Access Site
OK
Hellroaring Creek
Arkansas River • Hellroaring Creek
Source: oklahoma_department_of_wildlife_conservation Updated 1 year ago
City: Ralston, OK
County: Pawnee County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.32188000, -96.58567000
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Black Bear Creek at Pawnee, OK
12 mi away
Arkansas River at Ralston, OK
14.9 mi away
Hominy Creek near Hominy, OK
15.6 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Arkansas River
16 runs (1 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
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These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
I
571 mi away
14. State Park to Play Park
7.3 mi
II+
570 mi away
15. W 4th Ave Bridge to S Union Ave Bridge
0.5 mi
I
586 mi away
13. Florence to Pueblo Reservoir
18.0 mi
I
603 mi away
12. MacKenzie Bridge to Florence River Park
6.8 mi
I-II
610 mi away
11. Centennial Park to Mackenzie Takeout
4.0 mi
III-IV(V)
615 mi away
10. Parkdale Launch to Canon City (Royal Gorge)
10.0 mi
46 ft/mi
III
626 mi away
09. Pinnacle Rock Launch to Parkdale Launch
17.2 mi
33 ft/mi
II-III
640 mi away
08. Rincon to Pinnacle Rock
19.5 mi
II(III)
657 mi away
07. Salida to Rincon
10.0 mi
II-III
667 mi away
06. Stone Bridge to Salida
9.5 mi
III
673 mi away
05. Fisherman's Bridge access to Stone Bridge access
13.0 mi
31 ft/mi
III
677 mi away
04. Buena Vista to Fisherman's Bridge
6.7 mi
III
681 mi away
03. Railroad Bridge Launch to Buena Vista
6.7 mi
44 ft/mi
IV
685 mi away
02. Numbers Launch to Railroad Bridge Launch
6.4 mi
71 ft/mi
IV-V
690 mi away
01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site
5.1 mi
58 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Hellroaring Creek near Ralston in Pawnee County offers paddlers and boaters access to a scenic creek system in north-central Oklahoma. This access point provides entry to a waterway known for its natural beauty, with established fishing opportunities throughout the creek. The site is part of the Keystone Lake recreation area, making it a good option for those exploring the region's water resources.
Paddlers should note that Hellroaring Creek is a smaller stream with variable water conditions. Water levels and flow can fluctuate seasonally, so check current conditions before launching. The creek features some elevation changes and draws that create interesting terrain for exploration. While specific amenities and facility details are limited, this is an unimproved access point suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small boats. Anglers frequent the area, so be prepared to share the waterway during popular fishing seasons.
Paddlers should note that Hellroaring Creek is a smaller stream with variable water conditions. Water levels and flow can fluctuate seasonally, so check current conditions before launching. The creek features some elevation changes and draws that create interesting terrain for exploration. While specific amenities and facility details are limited, this is an unimproved access point suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small boats. Anglers frequent the area, so be prepared to share the waterway during popular fishing seasons.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
This recreation area is part of Keystone Lake