Class I-II Big Piney Creek, AR

Ft. Douglas to Helton's Farm

Big Piney Creek is located on the Ozark National Forest in northwest Arkansas. The river begins near the community of Fallsville and flows east and south for 57 miles to its junction with the Arkansas River.

Principal recreation activities in the corridor include canoeing, camping, swimming, and fishing. The river is very popular for canoeing, with Class I to III rapids. It is considered by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to be an outstanding sportfishing river, with smallmouth bass and spotted bass the most sought-after species.

Upper Middle Section provides initial access near Hurricane Wilderness.

 

For More Information Visit:

Big Piney Creek - rivers.gov

Section Details

Trip Length Partial Day, 8.0 Miles
Notes https://www.rivers.gov/river/big-piney
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit No
Manager U.S. Forest Service, Ozark-St. Francis National Forest
Wild & Scenic Yes
Water Trail No
Partner Information http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/osfnf/recreation/wateractivities
http://www.arkansas.com/outdoors/water-activities/canoeing-rafting-kayaking/