Hazel Landing to Olivers Woods
Surprisingly scenic, this float meanders past Town Run Bike Trails, under the 465-N bridge, ending as it wraps quietly behind the Keystone shopping area to the Oliver’s Woods take out.
About the Float
Nora/86th Street Gauge
Current Weather
Currently: Mostly Cloudy, 51°F, Winds E at 12 MPH Today: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between noon and 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. East southeast wind 9 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight: A slight chance of showers, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2am. Low around 62. East southeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Hazel Landing Park
39.94167,-86.06932Canoe/Paddle Launch. Easy walk from parking area to launch. Parking lot lit for early and after hours drops.
Oliver's Woods
39.91439,-86.09642Canoe/Paddle Access. A 100 yard drag from ramp and parking lot. Parking lot lit for early and after hours drops.
Float Specifics
Float Duration
1.5 to 2 hrs
Float Length
3.4 river miles
Approximate Shuttle Time
5-10 minutes
Points of Interest
Town Run Park
Secondary paddle access point.
Double Islands
The river runs fast through here. At a depth of 4′ or more, the line between the islands is passable. River left is passable at lower levels. There is a downed tree on the bank of river left that should be avoided. There is a shallow riffle after the islands where you may need to walk your boat at lower water levels.
The Chute
Passable on River Left. There are many strainers here, so be prepared to duck to avoid them.
Goose Island
This public island in an abandoned quarry is a perfect spot for a lunch stop. The current takes you due west, then turns north towards Oliver’s Woods.
Canoe/Paddle Launch. Easy walk from parking area to launch. Parking lot lit for early and after hours drops.