Fall River
Greenwood Co. · 65 mi · Class I–II
41.1CFS/ 2.05 ft
Below Optimal
→Stable
Optimal: 200–1200 CFS · USGS #07167500
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
65 mi
Length
Class I–II
Difficulty
200–1200 cfs
Optimal
380 cfs
Avg Flow
342 cfs
Hist. Median
#07167500
USGS Gauge
Fall River State Park · Kansas Scenic Streams candidate

A hidden gem of the Flint Hills — the Fall River winds through scenic tallgrass prairie with limestone ledges, gentle riffles, and excellent fishing below Fall River Reservoir. One of the best small-river paddling experiences in Kansas, with reliable tailwater flows and virtually no crowds.

Trip sections
Below Fall River Dam — 20 mi, reliable tailwater, best paddling
Climax to Severy — 25 mi, prairie riffles and pools
Severy to Verdigris confluence — 20 mi, wider valley
Outfitters
Fall River State Park
River access, camping, boat ramp
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Data Quality

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