Gasconade River
🏔 Scenic River
Pulaski / Gasconade Co. · 280 mi · Class I–II
2,440CFS/ 3.53 ft
Optimal→Stable· -50 cfs in 3h
Optimal: 300–3000 CFS · USGS #06933500
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Missouri Scenic River · Missouri State Water Trail
The longest river entirely within Missouri — 280 miles from the Ozark Plateau to the Missouri River at Gasconade. The Gasconade is a classic Ozark float stream with spring-fed tributaries, gravel bars, limestone bluffs, and excellent smallmouth bass fishing. Less crowded than the Current or Meramec, the Gasconade rewards paddlers with solitude and authentic Ozark scenery.
Trip sections
Waynesville to Jerome — 40 mi, upper spring-fed, clear water
Jerome to Gasconade — 80 mi, scenic bluffs, prime floating
Gasconade to Missouri River — 60 mi, wider, lower valley
Outfitters
Gasconade Hills Resort
Canoe and kayak rentals, riverside camping on the Gasconade
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