Arkansas whitewater - Illinois Bayou - Middle Fork, Boston Mountains, Pope County
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Smyrna to Bayou Bluff section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 12 miles
Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so keep in mind that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. This stretch of Illinois Bayou - Middle Fork in Arkansas is 12 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so why not pack your camping stuff too. When you're paddling down a Boston Mountains river like this one you always get
great scenery along the way too. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good places for that around here. The scenic beauty of Arkansas and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but
if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. The Smyrna to Bayou Bluff section is one of many paddling sections in this river system.
Briefly about the general area: If you desire a little side trip, try Sugartree Hollow. Illinois Bayou - Middle Fork mostly gets a good deal of rainfall; during the month of May you get the most rain around here; January is when it's the driest.
Summer at Illinois Bayou - Middle Fork comes with high temperatures in the 90's. Summer overnight lows sink down to the 60's. All through the winter highs are usually in the 40's; night lows in the 20's for Illinois Bayou - Middle Fork.
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