Arkansas whitewater - Falls Branch, Boston Mountains, Newton County Newton county, Tarlton Flats to NFS Road 1200 Close to Bass section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V     9 miles   The starting location is a short drive from Harrison, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Arkansas are often more forgiving than in other states, so keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Falls Branch doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Tarlton Flats to     NFS Road 1200 Close to Bass stretch is the only one. The beautiful scenery of Arkansas and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. The Tarlton Flats to NFS Road 1200 Close to Bass stretch of Falls Branch in Newton County is 9 miles long and is a class III-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. The beauty of the Boston Mountains is a great plus for this river. On this section you do get some distance, good for a one day paddling trip. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: Rock House Hollow is in the   vicinity of Falls Branch and is absolutely a pleasant place to stop by, and the principal characteristic in the region is the George Mountain. The warmest time of the year at Falls Branch comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into the 60's. All through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's, and all through the dark hours in the winter at Falls Branch temperatures descend to the 20's. A good deal of rainfall falls at Falls Branch; most of the rain falls throughout May; the driest month of the year is January. Whohoo, so much cool stuff in one place! The Boston Mountains is unbeatable! Go for a hike on the Hideout Trail. Falls Branch, Tarlton Flats to NFS Road 1200 Close to Bass road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-V Length: 9 miles Average Gradient: 150 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.7969 Longitude: -93.04599 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.8888 Longitude: -93.0059 Paddler input for Falls Branch, Arkansas: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Falls Branch, Boston Mountains, Arkansas Local climate location: HARRISON FAA AP 18 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison 24 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... Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison 24 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... Comfort Inn Harrison, Harrison 24 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 ...   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 Falls Branch, Arkansas List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Falls Branch, 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 Falls Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Falls Branch.   Whitewater Near Falls Branch: Long Devil's Fork, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 5 miles long (Hike in from CR 32 to Richland Creek Campground) Big Devil's Fork, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 4.75 miles long (Hill Cemetery to Richland Creek Campground) Richland Creek, Newton/Searcy County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 6.2 miles long (Moore to Richland Creek Campground) Falling Water Creek, Pope/Searcy County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Falling Water Falls to Richland Campground) Richland Creek, Searcy County , 8 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.5 miles long (Richland Creek Campground to NFR 1201) Boss Hollow, Newton County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 3.8 miles long (Headwaters to Hurricane Creek) Bobtail Creek, Searcy County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 2.75 miles long (FS 1219A to Richland Creek) Buffalo River, Newton/Searcy County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 15.3 miles long (Carver to Woolum) Buffalo River, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (Hasty to Carver) Left Hand Prong, Pope County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 8.5 miles long (Headwaters to Victor Road)   Hotels Near Falls Branch: Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison , 24 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison , 24 miles away Comfort Inn Harrison, Harrison , 24 miles away Days Inn Russellville, Russellville , 31 miles away Best Western Inn, Russellville , 31 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Falls Branch: Richland Creek wildernes Post, Pelsor, 9 miles away Dogwood Campground, Jasper, 11 miles away Hog Heaven RV Park and Cafe, Jasper, 11 miles away   Trails Near Falls Branch: Hideout Trail, Newton County , 5 miles away Pedestal Rocks Trail, Pope County , 7 miles away Hurricane Trail, Newton County , 8 miles away Sulphur Trail, Pope County , 9 miles away Boyd Trail, Pope County , 9 miles away   National Parks Near Falls Branch: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 23 miles away