Arkansas whitewater - Sandy Springs Hollow, Boston Mountains, Newton County

Newton county, Deer to Murray section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV+     2 miles
  The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Arkansas are often more forgiving than in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. The scenic beauty of Newton County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. The Deer to Murray section is the only paddling section along Sandy Springs Hollow. This stretch is short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter,
     in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. This stretch of Sandy Springs Hollow in Arkansas is 2 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV+ section of whitewater. There's camping available near Sandy Springs Hollow. Great exercise and a chance
to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The beauty of the Boston Mountains is a great plus for this river. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Harrison, as you can see on the road map further down. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.

Briefly about the general area:
A good place near Sandy Springs Hollow is Sandy Springs Hollow, and hiking along the Alum Cove National
 
Recreation Trail is pleasant fun. High temperatures at Sandy Springs Hollow during the days of summer are in the 80's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. For the period of the winter this place gets highs in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Sandy Springs Hollow.
You just have to love the Boston Mountains. If you're here at Sandy Springs Hollow, checking out Natural Bridge is a must. Sandy Springs Hollow is a wet place that gets a large amount of precipitation; May is the wettest month with most rain; January on the other hand is the driest.

Sandy Springs Hollow, Deer to Murray road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV+
Length: 2 miles
Average Gradient: 180 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.8384
Longitude: -93.2325

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.84759
Longitude: -93.25541

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Current weather conditions at Sandy Springs Hollow, Boston Mountains, Arkansas
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Local climate location: HARRISON FAA AP 20 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison
24 miles away
* The Super 8 Motel of Harrison, AR is located in the beautiful Ozarks. We are conveniently located near fishing and swimming areas. * Start your day with our Super Start continental breakfast....

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison
25 miles away
Take a Virtual Tour of the hotel.The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison is a tastefully decorated four story hotel. We are convenient to local businesses and within walking distance to severa...

Quality Inn Harrison, Harrison
25 miles away
Crossroads to the Ozarks. Branson 30 minutes. Eureka Springs 45 minutes. Buffalo National River 25 minutes. Pet charge of 25.00 per pet for three days and after three days, it will be 25.00 again for ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Sandy Springs Hollow.
 Whitewater Near Sandy Springs Hollow:
Little Buffalo River - East Fork, Newton County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV(V+) - 7.3 miles long (Deer to Murray)
Shop Creek - West Fork, Newton County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 6 miles long (Alum Cove Creek to Parthenon)
Long Branch, Newton County , 4 miles away, Class III-V - 5.5 miles long (Hike in from CR 28 to East Fork Little Buffalo)
Stepp Creek, Newton County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 1.25 miles long (Gum Branch to ELFB)
Hurricane Creek, Newton / Pope County , 7 miles away, Class II-III+ - 10 miles long (Cub Creek to Big Piney)
Big Piney Creek, Newton Johnson County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 16 miles long (Walnut to Ft. Douglas)
Boulder Creek, Newton County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2.6 miles long (Headwaters to Henson Creek)
Bear Creek - Big Piney Tributary, Johnson County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Headwaters to Big Piney Creek)
Boss Hollow, Newton County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 3.8 miles long (Headwaters to Hurricane Creek)
Haw Creek, Johnson County , 10 miles away, Class II-III+ - 4 miles long (Along Highway 23)
 Hotels Near Sandy Springs Hollow:
Super 8 Motel - Harrison Ar, Harrison , 24 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrison, Ar, Harrison , 25 miles away
Quality Inn Harrison, Harrison , 25 miles away
SUPER 8 MOTEL - CLARKSVILLE, Clarksville , 25 miles away
Comfort Inn Clarksville, Clarksville , 26 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Sandy Springs Hollow:
Dogwood Campground, Jasper, 8 miles away
Hog Heaven RV Park, Jasper, 10 miles away
Top Of The Mountain Park, Jasper, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Sandy Springs Hollow:
Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, Newton County , 2 miles away
Turkey Trail, Newton County , 9 miles away
Hurricane Trail, Newton County , 11 miles away
Boston Cutoff, Newton County , 11 miles away
Cherry Ridge Trail, Pope County , 12 miles away
 National Parks Near Sandy Springs Hollow:
Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 24 miles away

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