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Meramec River

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The Meramec River runs past Onondaga Cave State Park with wooded banks and low gravel edges.
Meramec River near Onondaga Cave State ParkPhoto by Kbh3rd via Wikimedia Commons · Wikimedia Commons: CC BY-SA 3.0
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Your tripCampbell Bridge Access to Sappington Bridge AccessAbout 10 mi · About 4–6 hr · easy
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Meramec River paddle planning

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Water levels

These Meramec River routes use 2 gauge references depending on the stretch.

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Compare 5 routes (5 scored · 0 planning) across Missouri Ozarks. Open a route page for put-in, take-out, distance, data reliability, and access notes.

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Meramec River routes here are marked easy, so choose the stretch that fits your group and conditions.

Meramec River paddling FAQ

Where can I paddle the Meramec River?

Paddle Today tracks 5 Meramec River routes across Missouri Ozarks. Compare the route cards on this page, then open an individual route for put-in, take-out, distance, and access notes.

How should I check Meramec River water levels?

Check the gauge notes for your stretch and its live score where available. This hub uses 2 gauges or gauge references. Planning routes have no live score; check their source guidance and current access notices.

Which Meramec River route is best today?

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