Arkansas whitewater - Kings River, Boston Mountains, Madison County Madison county, Dripping Springs to Highway 74 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III+     11 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The river winds through the Boston Mountains and you get great scenery. The wonderful Arkansas scenery and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. 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. If you     have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag. The Dripping Springs to Highway 74 stretch of Kings River is 11 miles long and has been rated as a class III+ section by American Whitewater. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Dripping Springs to Highway 74 stretch is one of them. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Briefly about the general area: Kings River is a relatively wet place typically with a lot of rain; May is the wettest month with most rain; the driest month of the year is January. For the period of the summer months, highs mostly are in the 90's at Kings River, and all through the night it cools down to the 60's. The cold days of the winter come   with highs in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Kings River are in the 20's. Flat Rock Hollow is close to Kings River and is a good place. Kings River, Dripping Springs to Highway 74 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III+ Length: 11 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.893 Longitude: -93.5814 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.02222 Longitude: -93.54417 Paddler input for Kings River, Arkansas: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Kings River, Boston Mountains, Arkansas Local climate location: EUREKA SPRINGS 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Howard Johnson Express Inn, Eureka Springs 26 miles away Quality Excellence and President's Award Free High Speed Wireless Internet 100% Non Smoking Property Pets Not Accepted CATV (HBO, CNN, & ESPN) Outdoor pool and spa (Seasonal) ... Budget Host Inn Eureka Springs, Eureka Springs 27 miles away You found it! The one of a kind lodging experience you have been looking for. 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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 Kings River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Kings River.   Whitewater Near Kings River: Beech Creek, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class III-V - 7.5 miles long (Cave MtNorth Road to Highway 21) Little Mulberry Creek, Madison County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (County Road 104 to County Road 105) Buffalo River, Newton County , 10 miles away, Class II-III+ - 13.6 miles long (NFR 1463 to Highway 21) Adkins / Hailstone Creek, Newton County , 10 miles away, Class III-V - 13 miles long (Dixon Ridge Road to Highway 21 bridge) Boen Gulf Branch, Newton County , 12 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 10.4 miles long (Headwaters to Buffalo River) Buffalo River, Newton County , 13 miles away, Class II - 6.1 miles long (Boxley to Ponca) Clark Creek, Newton County , 13 miles away, Class II-IV - 1 miles long (Lost Valley) Kings River, Madison Carroll County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 67 miles long (Highway 74 to Missouri 86) Buffalo River, Newton County , 18 miles away, Class II - 10.6 miles long (Ponca to Kyles) Stepp Creek, Newton County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 1.25 miles long (Gum Branch to ELFB)   Hotels Near Kings River: Howard Johnson Express Inn, Eureka Springs , 26 miles away Budget Host Inn Eureka Springs, Eureka Springs , 27 miles away Colonial Inn, Eureka Springs , 27 miles away Eureka Springs Travelodge, Eureka Springs , 27 miles away Rodeway Inn Swiss Holiday Resort, Eureka Springs , 27 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Kings River: Silverleaf RV Park and Mini Golf, Huntsville, 16 miles away   Trails Near Kings River: Ozark Highlands Trail, Johnson County , 14 miles away Boston Cutoff, Newton County , 17 miles away Turkey Trail, Newton County , 18 miles away Peggy Steep Trail, Johnson County , 20 miles away Spy Rock Redding Loop, Franklin County , 20 miles away   National Parks Near Kings River: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 35 miles away