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The Lock and Dam No. 8 boat ramp provides access to the scenic Ouachita River in Hampton, Arkansas. This is a major river system, spanning over 548 miles and draining an area of nearly 19,000 square miles. With an average flow of over 27,000 cubic feet per second and a moderate gradient of 3 feet per mile, the Ouachita River offers good recreational paddling and boating opportunities.
The boat ramp at Lock and Dam No. 8 is a single-lane concrete ramp, managed by the county and state wildlife agencies. It provides a convenient launching point for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized craft to access this section of the river. The surrounding day-use area offers shoreline fishing access, a swim beach, and a reservable pavilion. Nearby, the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail also provides hiking and nature viewing opportunities along the river corridor.
For those seeking to explore the Ouachita River by paddle or power, the Lock and Dam No. 8 access site offers a well-developed launch point to begin your journey on this scenic and historic waterway.