Arkansas whitewater - Clark Creek, Boston Mountains, Newton County Newton county, Lost Valley section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     1 miles   The Lost Valley stretch of Clark Creek in Newton County is 1 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Newton County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. The average Arkansas whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so better not forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The campgrounds     here at Clark Creek are pretty good. The wild scenery of the Boston Mountains is great. This is the only paddling section along Clark Creek. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. This is an extremely short stretch so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. If you're coming from Harrison it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. Briefly about the general area: Eden Falls is a striking site to stop at while you're at Clark Creek, and Clark Creek is right next door to Gossett Hollow which is unquestionably worth going to. Summertime highs at Clark Creek   typically tend to be in the 90's; during summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. Through the winter the highs are typically in the 40's with temperatures at Clark Creek dipping down into the 20's during winter nights. All year is a pleasant time in the Boston Mountains if you love the outdoors. Clark Creek is a wet site that gets a large amount of rainfall; May is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month is January. Clark Creek, Lost Valley road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 1 miles Average Gradient: 150 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.01359 Longitude: -93.38301 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.00949 Longitude: -93.37391 Paddler input for Clark Creek, Arkansas: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Clark Creek, Boston Mountains, Arkansas Local climate location: EUREKA SPRINGS 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Quality Inn Harrison, Harrison 22 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 22 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 23 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....   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. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Clark Creek.   Whitewater Near Clark Creek: Buffalo River, Newton County , 1 miles away, Class II - 6.1 miles long (Boxley to Ponca) Buffalo River, Newton County , 4 miles away, Class II - 10.6 miles long (Ponca to Kyles) Boen Gulf Branch, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 10.4 miles long (Headwaters to Buffalo River) Beech Creek, Newton County , 6 miles away, Class III-V - 7.5 miles long (Cave MtNorth Road to Highway 21) Adkins / Hailstone Creek, Newton County , 8 miles away, Class III-V - 13 miles long (Dixon Ridge Road to Highway 21 bridge) Buffalo River, Newton County , 8 miles away, Class II-III+ - 13.6 miles long (NFR 1463 to Highway 21) Osage Creek, Newton/Boone/Carroll County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Compton to Carroll County Road 11) Boulder Creek, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2.6 miles long (Headwaters to Henson Creek) Stepp Creek, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 1.25 miles long (Gum Branch to ELFB) Long Branch, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class III-V - 5.5 miles long (Hike in from CR 28 to East Fork Little Buffalo)   Hotels Near Clark Creek: Quality Inn Harrison, Harrison , 22 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison , 22 miles away Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison , 23 miles away SUPER 8 MOTEL - CLARKSVILLE, Clarksville , 29 miles away Oakmont Hills Resort by Branson Log Homes, Ridgedale , 29 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Clark Creek: Top Of The Mountain Park, Jasper, 13 miles away Yanasochee Campground, Jasper, 13 miles away Hog Heaven RV Park, Jasper, 13 miles away   Trails Near Clark Creek: Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, Newton County , 13 miles away Turkey Trail, Newton County , 15 miles away Boston Cutoff, Newton County , 15 miles away Ozark Highlands Trail, Johnson County , 18 miles away Peggy Steep Trail, Johnson County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Clark Creek: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 23 miles away   Lakes Near Clark Creek