Ozark Fall Rendezvous 2025 - Current River

Hi all! Getting the ball rolling on coordinating the 2025 Fall Rendezvous… We’ll be heading back to Pulltite Campground on the Current River in southeast Missouri, as usual. The tentative dates are Wednesday, October 15 through Sunday, October 19 (sticking with our traditional third weekend in October).

Pulltite recovered well after last year’s flooding and remains our go-to campground. Keep in mind that it now requires reservations. Campsites are $20/night on/before Oct 15 (peak season) and $10/night after. Most of us camp, but you’re welcome to stay in nearby towns like Salem or Eminence, MO. If you’re new to the Rendezvous or thinking about joining for the first time, read on to get a feel for what to expect:

All paddlers are welcome: canoes, kayaks, solos, tandems, you name it. This is a very laid-back, community-organized gathering with no official leader or agenda. People come and go as they please, paddle at their own pace, and hang out around the campfire in the evenings. If you’ve never been to a Rendezvous before, it’s a great way to meet fellow paddlers in a relaxed setting.

The Current River is gentle and scenic, especially in the fall. Since it’s spring-fed, the water level stays steady, so we rarely have issues. The weather tends to be pleasant, and it’s a great river for both new and experienced paddlers. Feel free to come solo, there’s always someone to paddle with!

There are no formal shuttles, but we typically coordinate among ourselves to make sure everyone gets on and off the river. We generally paddle together as a group, though folks are also welcome to split off and explore different sections if they prefer.

Help us keep this tradition going strong! Hope to see some fresh faces this year. Let us know if you’re planning to come or want to know more.

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Meredith, thank you for posting and getting the conversation going. Rob and I will be there on Wednesday, October 15 but will not paddle until Thursday, we will depart on Sunday. I reserved site 23. I’m not sure about everyone else but I’m done with summer and can’t wait to start fall paddling! Look forward to seeing “old” attendees and hopefully some new folks!

Sure thing! And same here-- planning to get there Wednesday and paddle Thursday through Saturday. For anyone new: Wednesday and Sunday are usually travel days, but folks sometimes paddle Sunday morning if they have time. You’re also welcome to come earlier, just be sure to arrange your own shuttle. And if you can only make it for the weekend, that’s totally fine too. Come when you can!