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
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Arkansas is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. The Hike in from CR 32 to Richland Creek Campground section of Long Devil's Fork in Arkansas is 5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV(V) section of whitewater. The beauty of the Boston Mountains is a great plus for this river. This stretch has has enough mileage, good for a one day paddling trip. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Harrison, there's a
    road map further down the page with more info on that. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The scenic beauty of Newton County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking
this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well.

Briefly about the general area:
This place, the Boston Mountains, has so much outdoors exciting stuff. Hiking along the Pedestal Rocks Trail is great
 
fun. High temperatures at Long Devil's Fork through the summertime are in the 80's. Through the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 60's. During the winter highs are in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Long Devil's Fork.
Long Devil's Fork is right by the Hideout Trail, and close by Sugar Gap is a brilliant place to go. Lots of rainfall falls at Long Devil's Fork; May is the month that gets the most rain while January is regularly the driest month.

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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Current weather conditions at Long Devil's Fork, Boston Mountains, Arkansas
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Local climate location: HARRISON FAA AP 21 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Harrison AR, Harrison
27 miles away
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Harrison-Days Inn, Harrison
27 miles away
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARRISON, Harrison
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 Harrison AR, Harrison , 27 miles away
Harrison-Days Inn, Harrison , 27 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARRISON, Harrison , 28 miles away
Quality Inn Harrison, Harrison , 28 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
Lum's Mountain Guest Ranch, St. Joe, 17 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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