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Kennedy Park in Batesville, Arkansas offers a well-established boat ramp and access point for paddlers, anglers, and boaters on the White River. The Mark House Memorial Boat Ramp provides easy put-in access to this major Ozark headwater stream.
The White River is a substantial waterway, stretching over 1,050 miles with a drainage area of nearly 27,000 square miles. At this location near the river's source, the White has an average flow of around 35,000 cubic feet per second and a gradient of 7.4 feet per mile. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for the White River's cold, clear waters and moderate current.
The boat ramp and parking area at Kennedy Park provide a convenient access point to explore the upper White River. While private land borders much of the waterway, there are over 25 public access sites along the 92-mile trout-fishing section. Visitors should check regulations and plan accordingly before launching on the White River.