The Great Mississippi River Adventure

Day 50 or bonus day 5

Stats

54.2 miles traveled in 8.32 hours

River mile start:264

River mile end: 210

River mile today: 54

River mile total:2085

% complete: 90.3

Miles to go: 210+12=222

Average 6.3 mph (breaks, lunch)

Burned 1638 calories

Kayak: Y&H Quest 

Temp at launch 80 degree, at pick up 94

This morning began with a departure from st Francisville boat ramp where cruise ships used to dock. As I  crossed I 110 I took a picture of the beautiful bridge. 

After a while a cruise ship passed by.

It was a relatively easy paddle until the last switchback into Baton Rouge. The number of barges and tow boats were incredible. They crossed me a few times during my passage.  And the waves were huge for miles!

I finally made the turn and was able to get to Baton Rouge. 

From there there were a few switchbacks where the water flow seemed to slow down to lake speed. I paddled on and got to my pull out location at the sunshine ferry landing.

Happy Independence Day every body!