Access Site
OK
Traders Bend
Arkansas River • Arkansas River - Kaw Lake • Deer Creek
Source: u_s__army_corps_of_engineers Updated 1 year ago
City: Newkirk, OK
County: Kay County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.90995661, -96.96301876
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Arkansas River at Arkansas City, KS
6.1 mi away
Grouse Creek near Silverdale, KS
6.4 mi away
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
86 mi away
Tulsa Wave (PnP)
0.1 mi
I
537 mi away
14. State Park to Play Park
7.3 mi
II+
536 mi away
15. W 4th Ave Bridge to S Union Ave Bridge
0.5 mi
I
553 mi away
13. Florence to Pueblo Reservoir
18.0 mi
I
569 mi away
12. MacKenzie Bridge to Florence River Park
6.8 mi
I-II
576 mi away
11. Centennial Park to Mackenzie Takeout
4.0 mi
III-IV(V)
581 mi away
10. Parkdale Launch to Canon City (Royal Gorge)
10.0 mi
46 ft/mi
III
592 mi away
09. Pinnacle Rock Launch to Parkdale Launch
17.2 mi
33 ft/mi
II-III
606 mi away
08. Rincon to Pinnacle Rock
19.5 mi
II(III)
624 mi away
07. Salida to Rincon
10.0 mi
II-III
633 mi away
06. Stone Bridge to Salida
9.5 mi
III
639 mi away
05. Fisherman's Bridge access to Stone Bridge access
13.0 mi
31 ft/mi
III
643 mi away
04. Buena Vista to Fisherman's Bridge
6.7 mi
III
646 mi away
03. Railroad Bridge Launch to Buena Vista
6.7 mi
44 ft/mi
IV
650 mi away
02. Numbers Launch to Railroad Bridge Launch
6.4 mi
71 ft/mi
IV-V
655 mi away
01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site
5.1 mi
58 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Traders Bend is a boat ramp facility located on Kaw Lake near Newkirk in Kay County, Oklahoma, approximately 14-16 miles east of Ponca City. The ramp provides access to Kaw Lake, which is part of the Arkansas River system in north central Oklahoma. This is a developed access point suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats.
**Recreation Opportunities**
Kaw Lake offers a variety of recreational activities beyond paddling and boating, including sandy beaches, hiking trails, horse trails, and scenic campgrounds throughout the area. The lake's calm waters make it suitable for paddlers of different skill levels. Nearby amenities and additional boat ramps (such as Washunga Bay and McFadden Cove) provide alternative access points around the lake if needed.
**Planning Your Visit**
An activity pass is required to use this facility and can be obtained through Recreation.gov. The site offers typical amenities including a boat ramp, parking, and seasonal bathroom facilities. Check Recreation.gov for current hours, fees, and any seasonal closures before planning your trip.
Traders Bend is a boat ramp facility located on Kaw Lake near Newkirk in Kay County, Oklahoma, approximately 14-16 miles east of Ponca City. The ramp provides access to Kaw Lake, which is part of the Arkansas River system in north central Oklahoma. This is a developed access point suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats.
**Recreation Opportunities**
Kaw Lake offers a variety of recreational activities beyond paddling and boating, including sandy beaches, hiking trails, horse trails, and scenic campgrounds throughout the area. The lake's calm waters make it suitable for paddlers of different skill levels. Nearby amenities and additional boat ramps (such as Washunga Bay and McFadden Cove) provide alternative access points around the lake if needed.
**Planning Your Visit**
An activity pass is required to use this facility and can be obtained through Recreation.gov. The site offers typical amenities including a boat ramp, parking, and seasonal bathroom facilities. Check Recreation.gov for current hours, fees, and any seasonal closures before planning your trip.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Kaw Lake
Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Coon Creek Boat Ramp
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