Mississippi · Covington / Jones Co.

Okatoma Creek

Covington / Jones Co. · 20 mi · Class I–II

Optimal: 200–1000 CFS · USGS #02472850

168CFS

7.78 ft gauge height

Below Optimal

→Stable

Avg flow: 440 cfsHist. median: 396 cfsUSGS #02472850

Mississippi Scenic Stream

About

Okatoma Creek cuts through Covington and Jones counties for 20 miles of Class I-II water that averages 440 CFS and runs well from 200 to 1,000 CFS. The upper 10 miles from Seminary to Sanford hold the best rapids, while the lower stretch from Sanford to Highway 29 widens and mellows through bottomland. Designated a Mississippi Scenic Stream, the creek draws paddlers to gauge 02472850 for reliable flow through sand and gravel shoals. Okatoma Outdoor Post provides outfitting services for those who prefer shuttle arrangements over self-support.

Solunar Fishing Activity

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Waxing Crescent

15% illumination

Poor

★ Moon overhead
9:28 AM

Moonrise
2:29 PM

Moonset
4:27 AM

★ Moon underfoot
9:28 PM

Next full moon: May 3111 days

Outfitters

Okatoma Outdoor Post

Full-service canoe and kayak outfitter, Seminary

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Data Quality

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