Arkansas whitewater, Little Buffalo River - East Fork Newton county, Deer to Murray section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV(V+)     7.3 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that many of the rivers in this state are not very demanding. The starting point is not too far from Harrison, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The natural beauty of Arkansas and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. There     are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. There's camping available near Little Buffalo River - East Fork. The Deer to Murray section of Little Buffalo River - East Fork in Arkansas is 7.3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV(V+) section of whitewater. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking,   either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. Whitewater paddling here in the Boston Mountains is a great experience. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. Briefly about the general area: Thomas Hollow is close to Little Buffalo River - East Fork and is certainly a good place to take a look at, and while you're here you will meet lots of people from nearby Parthenon. Whohoo, so many cool things in one place! The Boston Mountains is unbeatable! There's wonderful hiking along the Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, and don't leave without visiting Ozark National Forest. Little Buffalo River - East Fork, Deer to Murray 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 Little Buffalo River - East Fork.   Whitewater Near Little Buffalo River - East Fork: Stepp Creek, Newton County, 2 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 1.25 miles long (Gum Branch to ELFB) Long Branch, Newton County, 2 miles away       Class III-V - 5.5 miles long (Hike in from CR 28 to East Fork Little Buffalo) Little Buffalo River - East Fork, Newton County, 3 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) Sandy Springs Hollow, Newton County, 4 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 2 miles long (Deer to Murray) Boen Gulf Branch, Newton County, 7 miles away       Class III-V(V+) - 10.4 miles long (Headwaters to Buffalo River) Big Piney Creek, Newton Johnson County, 7 miles away       Class II-III - 16 miles long (Walnut to Ft. Douglas) Boulder Creek, Newton County, 8 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 2.6 miles long (Headwaters to Henson Creek) Buffalo River, Newton County, 9 miles away       Class II - 10.6 miles long (Ponca to Kyles) Buffalo River, Newton County, 9 miles away       Class II - 6.1 miles long (Boxley to Ponca)   Hotels Near Little Buffalo River - East Fork: The Queen Anne House Bed And B, Harrison , 23 miles away Hotel Seville, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member, Harrison , 23 miles away Super 8 Harrison AR, Harrison , 24 miles away Hampton Inn Harrison, Harrison , 24 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites HARRISON, Harrison , 24 miles away   Campgrounds Near Little Buffalo River - East Fork: Buffalo National River - Lost Valley, Ponca, 9 miles away Dogwood Campground, Jasper, 9 miles away Buffalo National River - Steel Creek, Compton, 9 miles away   Trails Near Little Buffalo River - East Fork: Alum Cove National Recreation Trail, Newton , 4 miles away Turkey Trail, Newton , 9 miles away Boston Cutoff, Newton , 11 miles away Peggy Steep Trail, Johnson , 14 miles away Hurricane Trail, Newton , 15 miles away   Public Lands Near Little Buffalo River - East Fork: Buffalo National River, Harrison - AR , 23 miles away Ozark National Forest, Arkansas , 11 miles away Lake Dardanelle State Park, Arkansas , 34 miles away Withrow Springs State Park, Arkansas , 35 miles away   Lakes Near Little Buffalo River - East Fork Beaver Lodge Lake, Boone , 18 miles away