Access Site
AR
James "Scooter" Gabble Access
Source: arkansas_highway_and_transportation_department Updated 1 year ago
City: Helena-West Helena, AR
County: Phillips County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.52173305, -90.58205881
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Mississippi River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Helena River Park (East) in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas, provides excellent access to the mighty Mississippi River for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters. The park features a spacious 60-foot boat ramp, one of the largest public access points on the lower Mississippi.
The Mississippi River is a vast, powerful waterway, stretching over 1,900 miles from its headwaters to the Gulf of Mexico. At this location, the river has an average flow of over 685,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 11 feet per second, so paddlers should exercise caution and be prepared for strong currents. The river's total elevation drop of 1,467 feet creates an average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile, contributing to the river's power.
The park's boardwalk overlook offers a unique vantage point to take in the sights and history of the Mississippi River. Paddlers can launch directly from the boat ramp and explore the waterway, keeping an eye out for the variety of boats and vessels traversing this major commercial shipping route. Whether you're an experienced boater or a casual paddler, the Helena River Park (East) provides excellent access to one of America's most iconic rivers.
The Mississippi River is a vast, powerful waterway, stretching over 1,900 miles from its headwaters to the Gulf of Mexico. At this location, the river has an average flow of over 685,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 11 feet per second, so paddlers should exercise caution and be prepared for strong currents. The river's total elevation drop of 1,467 feet creates an average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile, contributing to the river's power.
The park's boardwalk overlook offers a unique vantage point to take in the sights and history of the Mississippi River. Paddlers can launch directly from the boat ramp and explore the waterway, keeping an eye out for the variety of boats and vessels traversing this major commercial shipping route. Whether you're an experienced boater or a casual paddler, the Helena River Park (East) provides excellent access to one of America's most iconic rivers.