Arkansas whitewater - Buffalo River, Boston Mountains, Newton County Newton county, Ponca to Kyles section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     10.6 miles   The Ponca to Kyles section of Buffalo River is 10.6 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Arkansas and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Arkansas is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at     a nearby campground. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your camping stuff. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The put-in location is a short drive from Harrison, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater paddling here in the Boston Mountains is a great experience. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good places for that around here. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Ponca to Kyles section is just one of them. Briefly about the general area: You completely should adore the Boston Mountains. No need to travel far to pop by exciting stuff like Big Bluff; since   you're here why not stop at Jackies Big Hollow. You simply should have a look at Jim Bluff since you're here at Buffalo River, and California Point is not far at all. This is such a fun river. At Buffalo River through the summertime highs are in the 90's; during summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. Throughout the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's, and night lows at Buffalo River during the winter commonly sink into the 20's. Buffalo River is a wet place that gets lots of rain; the month with most of the rain is May; the driest of the months is January. Buffalo River, Ponca to Kyles road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 10.6 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.02119 Longitude: -93.35421 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.05659 Longitude: -93.28051 Paddler input for Buffalo River, Arkansas: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Buffalo River, Boston Mountains, Arkansas Local climate location: EUREKA SPRINGS 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn Harrison, Harrison 18 miles away Crossroads to the Ozarks. Branson 30 minutes. Eureka Springs 45 minutes. Buffalo National River 25 minutes. Pet charge of 25.00 per pet for three days and after three days, it will be 25.00 again for ... Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison 18 miles away Take a Virtual Tour of the hotel.The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison is a tastefully decorated four story hotel. We are convenient to local businesses and within walking distance to severa... Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison 18 miles away The Super 8 Motel of Harrison, AR is located in the beautiful Ozarks. We are conveniently located near fishing and swimming areas. Start your day with our Super Start continental breakfast. Enj...   Boston Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Boston Mountains. Boston Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Boston Mountains. All Arkansas Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Arkansas. Books about whitewater paddling on Buffalo River, Arkansas List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Buffalo River, Arkansas. Find a whitewater outfitter in Arkansas Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Harrison, Arkansas Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Harrison, Arkansas, the metro area neareast to Buffalo River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Buffalo River.   Whitewater Near Buffalo River: Clark Creek, Newton County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 1 miles long (Lost Valley) Boulder Creek, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2.6 miles long (Headwaters to Henson Creek) Broadwater Hollow, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 0.25 miles long (Park Boundary to Cecil Creek) Buffalo River, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class II - 6.1 miles long (Boxley to Ponca) Osage Creek, Newton/Boone/Carroll County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Compton to Carroll County Road 11) Buffalo River, Newton County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 13.1 miles long (Kyles to Pruitt) Long Branch, Newton County , 8 miles away, Class III-V - 5.5 miles long (Hike in from CR 28 to East Fork Little Buffalo) Boen Gulf Branch, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 10.4 miles long (Headwaters to Buffalo River) Little Buffalo River - East Fork, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV(V+) - 7.3 miles long (Deer to Murray) Shop Creek - West Fork, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 6 miles long (Alum Cove Creek to Parthenon)   Hotels Near Buffalo River: Comfort Inn Harrison, Harrison , 18 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison , 18 miles away Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison , 18 miles away Westgate Emerald Pointe Resort, Hollister , 29 miles away Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course, Branson , 32 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Buffalo River: Top Of The Mountain Park, Jasper, 9 miles away Yanasochee Campground, Jasper, 9 miles away Dogwood Campground, Jasper, 12 miles away   Trails Near Buffalo River: Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, Newton County , 11 miles away Turkey Trail, Newton County , 16 miles away Boston Cutoff, Newton County , 17 miles away   National Parks Near Buffalo River: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 18 miles away