Class II Courtois Creek, MO

This clearwater gem, which join their waters to the Meramec River in Crawford County, is only about 100 miles from St. Louis. Although it is too small to provide adequate floating water at all seasons, the angler will find them pleasant and profitable floating-wading streams. In seasons of good water, the canoeist will find it quite sporty.

The valleys are relatively unspoiled and have real Ozarks atmosphere. It would be wise to check water levels of this river at Hwy. 8 bridge before attempting floats upstream from the highway. The names is pronounced locally as Coort-a-way. (www.floatmissouri.com)