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FLOATING AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND!
There is always plenty of water as the North Fork River is spring feed
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the 8th largest spring system in the state of Missouri
The North Fork of the White River, located in the
southern Missouri Ozarks, offers many excellent canoeing, kayaking, and rafting float opportunities. The River of Life
Farm Outfitters is located at the heart of the North Fork River, known as the "Falls" (a rock ledge 2-3 feet high - The
Falls borders our property). It is the finest in Missouri
canoeing, kayaking, and rafting. We are the place for quality canoe,
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The North Fork River has its upper reaches in the Mark Twain National Forest, and has a
relatively constant flow from the many springs that feed it. Being
spring fed the North Fork is crystal clear, making for some excellent
observations of the aquatic life living in the river.
In normal water the river
rates class I in most places, and class II in others, and makes a pleasant float for all family members and is
considered a prime river for Missouri canoeing or Missouri rafting. |
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The North Fork (of the White) combines a relatively constant flow of
clearwater from large springs with some of the best whitewater in the Missouri Ozarks.
Since its upper reaches are in Mark Twain National Forest, it retains some wilderness character and has good watershed protection. The section from State Hwy. 14 to Hwy. H is near-wilderness and includes some fine stands of short-leaf pine as well as several very
large springs. Old mills and a number of National Forest recreation areas enhance the attractiveness of this area for vacationist.
Indeed, this river has high-quality recreation value equal to any in the Ozarks. The river is almost always floatable from Dora down to Norfork Reservoir. Although the gradient of the lower sections is not spectacular, the volume is good and this produces some fairly sporty rifts.
Difficulty: I and II. A few places might rate a low III in high water.
Gradients: general ---7.5; Hwy. HH to Round Valley Ford--10.4; to Twin
Bridges---8; Hammond Camp--6.7; to Hwy. H--6.4; to Tecumseh take-out--5.6.
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The North Fork section from Twin Bridges to Patrick Bridge is near wilderness and features
some fine stands of short-leaf pine, and many numerous springs. The springs range from
several of the largest in the state, the North Fork Spring and the Double Spring (Rainbow
Springs), to the very small such as the River of Life Spring.
Some springs flow from caves, such as the
famous "Bat Cave" on the North Fork which is home to a large
colony of migrating bats.
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While there was once several grist mills standing
along the North Fork River grinding grain and doing similar chores,
one picturesque old mill still resides. Dawt Mill, a shadow of its former
glory, still stands beside the North Fork.
Numerous species of flora and fauna may be seen, as
you quietly glide the river in your canoe. Turtle families constantly
present themselves for your pleasure, as they try to catch some sun
on a rock or limb.
Take advantage of Mother Nature's creation and
plan a trip on the North Fork River, a true jewel
of the Ozarks. The finest in Missouri canoeing and Missouri rafting.
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Here's What You Won't Get A bad time!
These poor lads evidently rented an inferior canoe in disrepair from someone other then
the ROLF.
They weren't even instructed on which side goes up ;) |
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Need a Trip Recommendation or Rate Info?
For Reservations call 417-261-7777 |
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