Arkansas whitewater - Ouachita River, Ouachita Mountains, Montgomery County Montgomery county, USFS Dragover section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     2.9 miles   The USFS Dragover section of Ouachita River in Arkansas is 2.9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Arkansas is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This stretch is short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The     wild scenery of the Ouachita 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. The natural beauty of Montgomery County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Briefly about the general area: A large amount of rainfall falls at Ouachita River; May is the wettest month with most rain while January is the month with the least amount of precipitation. The warmest time of the year at Ouachita River arrives with high temperatures in the 90's while   nighttime lows are ordinarily in the 60's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's, and after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at Ouachita River descend into the 20's. Ouachita River, USFS Dragover road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 2.9 miles Average Gradient: 7 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.6375 Longitude: -93.6298 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.6383 Longitude: -93.62661 Paddler input for Ouachita River, Arkansas: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Ouachita River, Ouachita Mountains, Arkansas Local climate location: MOUNT IDA 25 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Hot Springs, Hot Springs 39 miles away All guest rooms at Hot Springs Super 8 Motel have Free High Speed Wireless Internet. We also provide Free Super Start Breakfast every morning. Electrical outlets for all fishing sportsmen to charge ... Clarion Resort On The Lake, Hot Springs 39 miles away Resort for all seasons in Hot Springs National Park. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and beautiful Lake Hamilton. Pet accommodation: 35.00 first night,10.00 each additional night. Pet limit: up t... Shamrock Motel, Hot Springs 39 miles away Just minutes to downtown Hot Springs, the Shamrock Motel is conveniently located off Highway 70 and Highway 270 with easy access to the Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs Muscle Car Museum, golfin...   Ouachita Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Ouachita Mountains. Ouachita Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Ouachita Mountains. All Arkansas Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Arkansas. Books about whitewater paddling on Ouachita River, Arkansas List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Ouachita 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. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Ouachita River.   Whitewater Near Ouachita River: Fiddlers Creek, Montgomery County , 6 miles away, Class II - 5.5 miles long (NFR 274 Access to Ouachita River Close to Sims) Ouachita River, Montgomery County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 29.4 miles long (Little Hope Road to USFS Dragover Campground) Caddo River, Montgomery County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 29 miles long (Norman to Amity) Crooked Creek, Montgomery County , 22 miles away, Class III-IV - 3 miles long (NFR 43 to Little Missouri) Blocker Creek, Pike County , 24 miles away, Class III+ - 9 miles long (Along Highway 369 to Little Missouri below Highway 84) Little Missouri River, Montgomery/ Pike County , 24 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 8.5 miles long (Albert Pike Campgound to Highway 84 Bridge) Sugar Creek, Scott/ Logan County , 26 miles away, Class II+(III) - 6.2 miles long (NFR 19 to Jack Creek Rec Area) Jack Creek, Logan County , 26 miles away, Class III+ - 3 miles long (Jack Creek Road to Jack Creek Rec Area) Little Missouri River, Polk/ Montgomery/ Pike County , 26 miles away, Class II - 11.5 miles long (Highway 84 Bridge to US Highway 70 Bridge) Blaylock Creek, Montgomery County , 27 miles away, Class III+ - 6 miles long (Nfr 106 to Little Missouri River)   Hotels Near Ouachita River: Super 8 Motel - Hot Springs, Hot Springs , 39 miles away Clarion Resort On The Lake, Hot Springs , 39 miles away Shamrock Motel, Hot Springs , 39 miles away Baymont Inn & Suites Hot Springs, Hot Springs , 39 miles away Staybridge Suites HOT SPRINGS, Hot Springs , 39 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Ouachita River: Marilyns RV Park, Mount Ida, 4 miles away Rocky Shoals Campground, Montgomery County, 5 miles away M and M Canoe Rentals, Pencil Bluff, 8 miles away   Trails Near Ouachita River: Gap Mountain Trail, Montgomery County , 17 miles away   National Parks Near Ouachita River: Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs - AR , 42 miles away