Arkansas whitewater, Buffalo River Newton county, Kyles to Pruitt section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     13.1 miles   The natural beauty of Newton County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Arkansas are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. If you're coming from Harrison it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. The Kyles to Pruitt     stretch of Buffalo River is 13.1 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. 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. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. The beautiful Boston Mountains scenery is an added bonus. A good workout and just being out on the   river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. This river system is full of great paddling stretches, the Kyles to Pruitt stretch is just one of them. Briefly about the general area: Buffalo National River is a perfect national park; the beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Cove Spring. All the outdoors amusing stuff in the Boston Mountains will keep you coming back time and again. A nice spot in the neighborhood of Buffalo River is Sawmill Hollow, and the fine folks of Jasper like to hang out close by. This river is a great place to visit. There's pleasant hiking along the Alum Cove National Recreation Trail. Buffalo River, Kyles to Pruitt 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 Buffalo River.   Whitewater Near Buffalo River: Boulder Creek, Newton County, 4 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 2.6 miles long (Headwaters to Henson Creek) Broadwater Hollow, Newton County, 5 miles away       Class III-IV(V) - 0.25 miles long (Park Boundary to Cecil Creek) Buffalo River, Newton County, 5 miles away       Class I-II - 13.1 miles long (Kyles to Pruitt) Buffalo River, Newton County, 5 miles away       Class I-II - 7 miles long (Pruitt to Hasty) Osage Creek, Newton/Boone/Carroll County, 7 miles away       Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Compton to Carroll County Road 11) Buffalo River, Newton County, 9 miles away       Class I-II - 4 miles long (Hasty to Carver) Buffalo River, Newton County, 10 miles away       Class II - 10.6 miles long (Ponca to Kyles) Shop Creek - West Fork, Newton County, 10 miles away       Class III-IV(V) - 6 miles long (Alum Cove Creek to Parthenon) Long Branch, Newton County, 11 miles away       Class III-V - 5.5 miles long (Hike in from CR 28 to East Fork Little Buffalo) Stepp Creek, Newton County, 12 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 1.25 miles long (Gum Branch to ELFB)   Hotels Near Buffalo River: The Queen Anne House Bed And B, Harrison , 12 miles away Hotel Seville, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member, Harrison , 12 miles away Hampton Inn Harrison, Harrison , 13 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites HARRISON, Harrison , 13 miles away Super 8 Harrison AR, Harrison , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near Buffalo River: Buffalo National River - Erbie Group, Jasper, 1 miles away Top Of The Mountain Park, Jasper, 2 miles away Yanasochee Campground, Jasper, 2 miles away   Trails Near Buffalo River: Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, Newton , 11 miles away Hurricane Trail, Newton , 20 miles away   Public Lands Near Buffalo River: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 12 miles away Ozark National Forest, Arkansas , 22 miles away Table Rock State Park, Missouri , 31 miles away Withrow Springs State Park, Arkansas , 37 miles away   Golf Courses Near Buffalo River: Links Golf & Athletic Club, Harrison , 12 miles away Harrison Country Club, Harrison , 13 miles away   Lakes Near Buffalo River Beaver Lodge Lake, Boone , 7 miles away