Arkansas whitewater - Bayou Des Arc River, Boston Mountains, White County

White county, Romance to Lake Barnett section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     7 miles
  The starting point is not too far from Searcy, as you can see on the road map further down. The average Arkansas whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. The natural beauty of Arkansas and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a
    room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The Romance to Lake Barnett section is the only paddling section along Bayou Des Arc River. This section of Bayou Des Arc River in White County is 7 miles long and has been rated as a class II section by American Whitewater.
Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. Whitewater paddling here in the Boston Mountains is a great experience. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots.

Briefly about the general area:
Through the warm months, highs generally are in the 90's at Bayou Des Arc River. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 60's. Daytime highs through
 
the wintertime are in the 40's; nighttime lows in the 20's for Bayou Des Arc River. Bayou Des Arc River usually gets a great deal of rainfall; during May this area sees the most rain while January is the month with the least amount of precipitation.

Bayou Des Arc River, Romance to Lake Barnett road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 7 miles
Average Gradient: 20 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.27769
Longitude: -92.0047

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.21969
Longitude: -91.98761

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Current weather conditions at Bayou Des Arc River, Boston Mountains, Arkansas
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Local climate location: GREERS FERRY DAM 3 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Days Inn Beebe, Beebe
12 miles away
The Days Inn Beebe is conveniently located off Highway 67/164 and approximately 35 miles from downtown Little Rock and many historic attractions including the Clinton Presidential Library which opened...

Quality Inn Heber Springs, Heber Springs
15 miles away
The Quality Inn hotel is nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Ozark Mountains, only 400 yards from the Dam Site Marina entrance to Greers Ferry Lake. Heber Springs, AR is one of the Natural State...

Days Inn And Suites - Cabot, Cabot
15 miles away
Welcome to the newly constructed Days Inn and Suites in Cabot Arkansas, our hotel is 100% non-smoking, featuring Business Place rooms and suites with an interior corridor. We have large contemporary r...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Searcy, Arkansas
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Searcy, Arkansas, the metro area neareast to Bayou Des Arc River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Bayou Des Arc River.
 Whitewater Near Bayou Des Arc River:
Cadron Creek - East Fork, Faulkner County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 5.5 miles long (Rose Bud to Highway 36)
Cadron Creek - East Fork, Faulkner County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 9 miles long (Highway 36 to White Oak Bridge)
Cadron Creek - East Fork, Faulkner County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Highway 107 to Hardin Bridge)
Big Creek, Cleburne County , 17 miles away, Class I - 15 miles long (Low water bridge to Old Iron Bridge)
Possum Walk Creek, Cleburne County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 8.7 miles long (Five Mile Road to Highway 263)
Cadron Creek, Faulkner County , 25 miles away, Class I(II) - 13 miles long (Highway 124 to Pinnacle Springs Campground)
Cadron Creek, Faulkner County , 28 miles away, Class I(III) - 4.5 miles long (Pinnacle Springs to Highway 65)
Wolf Bayou, Cleburne / Stone County , 28 miles away, Class II-IV - 6.4 miles long (Galens Road to Highway 14)
 Hotels Near Bayou Des Arc River:
Days Inn Beebe, Beebe , 12 miles away
Quality Inn Heber Springs, Heber Springs , 15 miles away
Days Inn And Suites - Cabot, Cabot , 15 miles away
Super 8 Cabot, Cabot , 15 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn - Cabot, Cabot , 15 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Bayou Des Arc River:
Wagon Circle Recreational Vehicle Park, Heber Springs, 13 miles away
Swinging Bridge Trout Dock, Heber Springs, 14 miles away
River Rock RV Park, Herber Springs, 14 miles away

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