Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita river run
Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita
Specific river rapids and obstacles on this section include the "The Chute," which is a Class III rapid with a narrow channel and large boulders. Other rapids include "Barker's Bluff," "Jaws," and "The Slide."
There are specific regulations for this area that should be followed to ensure safety and preservation of the environment. All boats must have a personal flotation device for each person on board, and all paddlers must wear a helmet. The use of glass containers is prohibited, and all trash must be packed out. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping, fires, and hunting in the area.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run on Highway 298 Bridge near Sims, AR to Slackwater of Lake Ouachita is a challenging and exciting section of river for experienced whitewater paddlers with proper equipment and training. It is important to always be aware of the ideal streamflow range, class rating, and specific regulations in order to have a safe and enjoyable experience.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ouachita River Near Mount Ida | 622 cfs | → |
| Caddo River Near Caddo Gap | 83 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly | 668 cfs | → |
| Dutch Creek At Waltreak | · | → |
| West Fork Hot Springs Creek At Hot Springs | · | → |
| Little Missouri River Near Langley | 84 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Montgomery County
- Lake Vista Drive Montgomery County
- Brady Mountain Road Garland County
- Lena Use Area Cove Garland County
Other river runs
- Nf Boundary At Pine Ridge, Ar To Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar
- Sec 30, T3s, R27w To Sec 19, T4s, R24w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T1s, R31w To Nf Boundary At Acorn, Ar
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
Campgrounds
- Highway 27 - Lake Ouachita
- Washita - Lake Ouachita
- High Shoals Cabins
- Little Fir - Lake Ouachita
- River Bluff
- Dragover
Fishing spots
- Dragover Day Use
- Rocky Shoals Day Use
- Lake Ouachita
- Camp Clear Fork Reservoir
- Clearfork
- Big Brushy Creek Day Use
Parks
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita
What's the optimal flow for Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita.