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The Highway 28 Bridge access site on the Petit Jean River in Yell County, Arkansas provides a convenient boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats. The Petit Jean River is a large, headwater stream with an average flow of over 1,200 cubic feet per second and a total drop of 909 feet over its 136-mile length. The river's average gradient of 6.7 feet per mile creates mild to moderate current that paddlers should be prepared to navigate.
The boat ramp is located on the right side of the highway before reaching the bridge. While no specific details on hours or fees are available, the site appears to offer dry camping and basic amenities like restrooms. Nearby recreational areas like Dardanelle Lake and Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge provide opportunities for further exploration along the Petit Jean River watershed. Paddlers and boaters should exercise caution and be prepared for the river's size and flow when launching from this access point.