Arkansas whitewater - Long Devil's Fork, Boston Mountains, Newton County

Newton county, Hike in from CR 32 to Richland Creek Campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV(V)     5 miles
  The put-in location is a short drive from Harrison, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The Hike in from CR 32 to Richland Creek Campground stretch of Long Devil's Fork is 5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV(V) section. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Hike in from CR 32 to Richland Creek Campground section is one of them. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. There's
    camping available near Long Devil's Fork. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. The natural beauty of Arkansas and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Arkansas are often easier than in other
states, so keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. The wild scenery of the Boston Mountains is great.

Briefly about the general area:
On a good day at Long Devil's Fork you can take a hike along the Pedestal Rocks Trail, and Sugar Gap is also a perfect spot to discover. If you want a perfect
 
time in the great outdoors just come on up to the Boston Mountains. While you're here at Long Devil's Fork you can take a hike along the Hideout Trail.
A good deal of rainfall falls at Long Devil's Fork; through May this area sees the most rain, and the driest month is January. Summertime highs at Long Devil's Fork usually tend to be in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures plunge down into the 60's. For the period of the winter this place gets highs in the 40's with temperatures at Long Devil's Fork dipping down into the 20's through winter nights.

Long Devil's Fork, Hike in from CR 32 to Richland Creek Campground road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV(V)
Length: 5 miles
Average Gradient: 155 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.80559
Longitude: -93.00061

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.79756
Longitude: -92.93261

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Local climate location: HARRISON FAA AP 21 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

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Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison
27 miles away
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28 miles away
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28 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Long Devil's Fork.
 Whitewater Near Long Devil's Fork:
Richland Creek, Newton/Searcy County , 1 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 6.2 miles long (Moore to Richland Creek Campground)
Big Devil's Fork, Newton County , 1 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 4.75 miles long (Hill Cemetery to Richland Creek Campground)
Falling Water Creek, Pope/Searcy County , 3 miles away, Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Falling Water Falls to Richland Campground)
Bobtail Creek, Searcy County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 2.75 miles long (FS 1219A to Richland Creek)
Richland Creek, Searcy County , 5 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.5 miles long (Richland Creek Campground to NFR 1201)
Falls Branch, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class III-V - 9 miles long (Tarlton Flats to NFS Road 1200 Close to Bass)
Sulphur Creek, Searcy County , 6 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 6 miles long (Southern Fork to Richland Creek)
Left Hand Prong, Pope County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 8.5 miles long (Headwaters to Victor Road)
Buffalo River, Newton/Searcy County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 15.3 miles long (Carver to Woolum)
Boss Hollow, Newton County , 11 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 3.8 miles long (Headwaters to Hurricane Creek)
 Hotels Near Long Devil's Fork:
Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison , 27 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison , 28 miles away
Comfort Inn Harrison, Harrison , 28 miles away
Days Inn Russellville, Russellville , 30 miles away
Best Western Inn, Russellville , 30 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Long Devil's Fork:
Richland Creek wildernes Post, Pelsor, 9 miles away
Dogwood Campground, Jasper, 16 miles away
Hog Heaven RV Park and Cafe, Jasper, 16 miles away
 Trails Near Long Devil's Fork:
Hideout Trail, Newton County , 3 miles away
Pedestal Rocks Trail, Pope County , 6 miles away
Sulphur Trail, Pope County , 8 miles away
Boyd Trail, Pope County , 8 miles away
Mail Trail, Pope County , 10 miles away
 National Parks Near Long Devil's Fork:
Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 26 miles away

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