Access Site
AR
Rising Star Access
Source: arkansas_highway_and_transportation_department Updated 1 year ago
City: Linwood, AR
County: Jefferson County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.16917746, -91.73862477
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Arkansas River
16 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
III
323 mi away
Tulsa Wave (PnP)
0.1 mi
I
933 mi away
14. State Park to Play Park
7.3 mi
II+
932 mi away
15. W 4th Ave Bridge to S Union Ave Bridge
0.5 mi
I
949 mi away
13. Florence to Pueblo Reservoir
18.0 mi
I
965 mi away
12. MacKenzie Bridge to Florence River Park
6.8 mi
I-II
973 mi away
11. Centennial Park to Mackenzie Takeout
4.0 mi
III-IV(V)
977 mi away
10. Parkdale Launch to Canon City (Royal Gorge)
10.0 mi
46 ft/mi
III
988 mi away
09. Pinnacle Rock Launch to Parkdale Launch
17.2 mi
33 ft/mi
II-III
1,002 mi away
08. Rincon to Pinnacle Rock
19.5 mi
II(III)
1,019 mi away
07. Salida to Rincon
10.0 mi
II-III
1,028 mi away
06. Stone Bridge to Salida
9.5 mi
III
1,035 mi away
05. Fisherman's Bridge access to Stone Bridge access
13.0 mi
31 ft/mi
III
1,040 mi away
04. Buena Vista to Fisherman's Bridge
6.7 mi
III
1,044 mi away
03. Railroad Bridge Launch to Buena Vista
6.7 mi
44 ft/mi
IV
1,048 mi away
02. Numbers Launch to Railroad Bridge Launch
6.4 mi
71 ft/mi
IV-V
1,053 mi away
01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site
5.1 mi
58 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Rising Star boat ramp provides access to the Arkansas River in Linwood, Arkansas. This major river system flows for over 1,200 miles and drains a massive 133,912 square mile watershed. With an average flow of over 51,000 cubic feet per second and a gradient of 7.9 feet per mile, the Arkansas River is a substantial and dynamic waterway.
The Rising Star access site is part of the larger Rising Star Campground, which offers 25 campsites, restrooms, picnic areas, and a playground. The boat ramp itself is available for public use, though no specific details on fees or hours are provided. Anglers will find excellent catfish fishing in the nearby tailwaters of the locks and dams. Paddlers and boaters can access Pool 3 of the Arkansas River from this site, with opportunities to explore the waterway and connect to other regional access points.
Whether launching a kayak, canoe, or motorized boat, the Rising Star site offers a convenient entry point to experience the Arkansas River. Boaters should review the river's size and flow characteristics to plan an appropriate and safe trip. With the campground amenities nearby, this location provides a well-equipped starting point for a variety of water-based recreation.
The Rising Star access site is part of the larger Rising Star Campground, which offers 25 campsites, restrooms, picnic areas, and a playground. The boat ramp itself is available for public use, though no specific details on fees or hours are provided. Anglers will find excellent catfish fishing in the nearby tailwaters of the locks and dams. Paddlers and boaters can access Pool 3 of the Arkansas River from this site, with opportunities to explore the waterway and connect to other regional access points.
Whether launching a kayak, canoe, or motorized boat, the Rising Star site offers a convenient entry point to experience the Arkansas River. Boaters should review the river's size and flow characteristics to plan an appropriate and safe trip. With the campground amenities nearby, this location provides a well-equipped starting point for a variety of water-based recreation.