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Mississippi | DeSoto National Forest / Forrest and Perry Counties
Black CreekOld Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing
A middle Black Creek Forest Service reach from the primitive Old Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing.
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Access and shuttle
A middle Black Creek Forest Service reach from the primitive Old Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing.
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Put-in
Old Highway 49 landing at Brooklyn (refined river-edge anchor)Use only documented public or Forest Service landings.
Take-out
Janice Landing Recreation Site, DeSoto National Forest (water-entry edge)Expect gravel roads, primitive banks and limited cell service.
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Access notes and hazards
Access caveats
- Use only documented public or Forest Service landings.
- Expect gravel roads, primitive banks and limited cell service.
- Do not block access roads or use private driveways.
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- Primitive Old Highway 49 carry and parking
- Strainers, fallen trees and changing sandbars
- Fast rises, heat and remote access
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| Gauge site | Black Creek near Brooklyn, MS |
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| Preferred range | 200 cfs to 1,200 cfs |
| Low threshold | 200 cfs |
| High threshold | 2,000 cfs |
| Evidence strength behind the range | Local route guidance |
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| Main source behind this score | RiverScout Black Creek flow and reach guide |
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NotesWhat to know before you go
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- Access and distanceOld Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing; 17.7 miles
Seven Rivers Canoe Club documents the named landings, distances and shuttle logistics; the Forest Service manages key recreation sites.
- Scoring band200–1,200 cfs optimal; 2,000 cfs caution ceiling
RiverScout ties this community range to USGS 02479130. Recheck current telemetry and local conditions before travel.
- GaugeUSGS 02479130 near Brooklyn
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What water level is best for the Old Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing route on the Black Creek?
Paddle Today watches Black Creek near Brooklyn, MS and treats 200 cfs to 1,200 cfs as the target band for this route, with weather and recent trend included in the final score.
Where does the Old Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing route on the Black Creek start and end?
This route starts at Old Highway 49 landing at Brooklyn (refined river-edge anchor) and ends at Janice Landing Recreation Site, DeSoto National Forest (water-entry edge), about 17.7 river miles on the water.
Is the Old Highway 49 landing to Janice Landing route on the Black Creek suitable for beginners?
This is listed as a moderate route. Expect more planning than an easy float, and use the live score, route notes, and source links before committing.
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