The Kansas River, also known as the Kaw River, flows past the majestic Flint Hills, across wide plains, and into the limestone hills of eastern Kansas. The entire river is rated as Class I difficulty. It is a shallow, sandy-bottomed river with many big sandbars and islands, wild beauty, and gentle nature. Wildlife is plentiful and many native bird species can be spotted on the river banks. This section is relatively remote and quiet and has great scenery. On a windy day some paddlers will choose to shorten their trip by either putting in or taking out at the Rising Sun Access Point on County Road 1029.