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   The nature scenery of Arkansas and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The average Arkansas whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The wild scenery of the Boston Mountains is great. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your sleeping     bag. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Dripping Springs to Highway 74 section is one of them. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The Dripping Springs to Highway 74 section of Kings River is 11 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III+ section of whitewater. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the days of summer at Kings River temperatures are generally in the 90's, and throughout the night it cools down to the 60's. Through the winter highs are ordinarily in the 40's, and nighttime lows at Kings River during the winter regularly fall into the 20's.   Kings River is a quite wet place mostly with a great deal of rainfall; the wettest month of the year is ordinarily May, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month of the year is January. You might want to pay a visit to Flat Rock Hollow if you're here at Kings River. 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. SUPER 8 MOTEL - CLARKSVILLE, Clarksville 25 miles away The Super 8 Motel of Clarksville offers affordable lodging for long distance travelers from I-40, vacationers enjoying the scenic wonders of the majestic Ozark Mountains, visitors to the Ozark Folk Ce... Colonial Inn, Eureka Springs 27 miles away The one of a kind lodging experience you have been looking for. Come and enjoy the comfort, relaxation, and affordable luxury that only our modern mansion can provide for you.... Eureka Springs Travelodge, Eureka Springs 27 miles away * FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST * New Whirlpool Suites * Large pool and deck with picnic tables * Rooms available with a wonderful scenic view * Property located on a trolley stop * Restauran...   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 Kings River, Arkansas List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Kings 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 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: SUPER 8 MOTEL - CLARKSVILLE, Clarksville , 25 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 Quality Inn & Suites, Eureka Springs , 27 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Kings River: Silverleaf RV Park and Mini Golf, Huntsville, 16 miles away Withrow Springs State Park, 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