Arkansas whitewater, Beech Creek Newton county, Cave MtNorth Road to Highway 21 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V     7.5 miles   There is nothing class III about this creek, it is solid class IV+. Don't under sell it. Says paddledog This section of Beech Creek is 7.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-V section of whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. The put-in is not too     far from Harrison, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's good length for a morning trip. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of places for that. The natural beauty of Arkansas and the water flowing gracefully down Beech Creek are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The river winds   through the Boston Mountains and you get great scenery. 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. Briefly about the general area: There is a nice hiking trail close to Beech Creek called the Boston Cutoff, and this is a popular spot for folks from Kingston. There's no way anybody can get bored here in the Boston Mountains. Going for a hike on the Turkey Trail is always a pleasant adventure; Panther Camp Hollow is in the neighborhood, and is a fine spot. Beech Creek, Cave MtNorth Road to Highway 21 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Beech Creek.   Whitewater Near Beech Creek: Buffalo River, Newton County, 3 miles away       Class II - 6.1 miles long (Boxley to Ponca) Beech Creek, Newton County, 3 miles away       Class III-V - 7.5 miles long (Cave MtNorth Road to Highway 21) Boen Gulf Branch, Newton County, 4 miles away       Class III-V(V+) - 10.4 miles long (Headwaters to Buffalo River) Clark Creek, Newton County, 6 miles away       Class II-IV - 1 miles long (Lost Valley) Buffalo River, Newton County, 6 miles away       Class II-III+ - 13.6 miles long (NFR 1463 to Highway 21) Adkins / Hailstone Creek, Newton County, 7 miles away       Class III-V - 13 miles long (Dixon Ridge Road to Highway 21 bridge) Buffalo River, Newton County, 8 miles away       Class II - 10.6 miles long (Ponca to Kyles) Stepp Creek, Newton County, 9 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 1.25 miles long (Gum Branch to ELFB) Kings River, Madison Carroll County, 9 miles away       Class I-II - 67 miles long (Highway 74 to Missouri 86) Big Piney Creek, Newton Johnson County, 10 miles away       Class II-III - 16 miles long (Walnut to Ft. Douglas)   Hotels Near Beech Creek: Hampton Inn Clarksville, Clarksville , 27 miles away Quality Inn & Suites Clarksville, Clarksville , 27 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites CLARKSVILLE, Clarksville , 27 miles away Best Western Sherwood Inn, Clarksville , 27 miles away Super 8 Clarksville AR, Clarksville , 27 miles away   Campgrounds Near Beech Creek: Buffalo National River - Lost Valley, Ponca, 6 miles away Buffalo National River - Steel Creek, Compton, 9 miles away Buffalo National River - Kyles Landing, Compton, 13 miles away   Trails Near Beech Creek: Boston Cutoff, Newton , 11 miles away Turkey Trail, Newton , 12 miles away Ozark Highlands Trail, Johnson , 13 miles away Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, Newton , 14 miles away Peggy Steep Trail, Johnson , 15 miles away   Public Lands Near Beech Creek: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 29 miles away Ozark National Forest, Arkansas , 16 miles away Withrow Springs State Park, Arkansas , 24 miles away Table Rock State Park, Missouri , 38 miles away