Access Site
AR
Riverside Park
City: Pocahontas, AR
County: Randolph County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.25320448, -90.97089456
Air Temp: --
Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Black 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
Riverside Park is a public access point along the Black River in Pocahontas, Arkansas. While not an official or improved boat launch, this location offers a convenient spot for launching canoes, kayaks, and small motorized boats.
The Black River is a major waterway, with a total length of 884 miles and a drainage area of over 12,800 square miles. It has an average flow of around 10,500 cubic feet per second and a moderate gradient of 8.2 feet per mile. These characteristics make the Black River suitable for a variety of recreational activities, including paddling and boating.
At Riverside Park, there is limited parking available near the river access point. However, users should be aware that the river may not be navigable downstream due to potential obstacles such as rocks, shallows, and rapids. It's important for boaters and paddlers to research the river conditions and plan their trip accordingly.
The Black River is a major waterway, with a total length of 884 miles and a drainage area of over 12,800 square miles. It has an average flow of around 10,500 cubic feet per second and a moderate gradient of 8.2 feet per mile. These characteristics make the Black River suitable for a variety of recreational activities, including paddling and boating.
At Riverside Park, there is limited parking available near the river access point. However, users should be aware that the river may not be navigable downstream due to potential obstacles such as rocks, shallows, and rapids. It's important for boaters and paddlers to research the river conditions and plan their trip accordingly.