Jump Rock

Jump Rock is a whitewater access point on Big Piney Creek in Pope County, Arkansas. This is a significant stream with a large drainage area of 536 square miles and an average flow of 632 cubic feet per second, classified as a Stream Order 7 large river system. The site sits in the upper portions of the watershed with substantial elevation change, featuring an average gradient of 23.9 feet per mile and a total elevation drop of 1,693 feet across the creek's 70.76-mile length.

The access point at Jump Rock serves paddlers looking to navigate whitewater sections of Big Piney Creek. With an average velocity of 1.99 feet per second and the significant gradient characteristic of this stream, paddlers should be prepared for moving water conditions typical of Ozark streams. The location provides access to a creek system that drains a substantial watershed in the Boston Mountains region of Arkansas.

Paddlers planning to use this access should be aware of the creek's gradient and flow characteristics. Big Piney Creek is known for its scenic Ozark terrain, but the steeper gradient sections require appropriate skill levels and watercraft. Water levels and conditions can vary seasonally, so local conditions should be checked before planning trips on this water body.