Access Site
AR
Trulock Access
Source: arkansas_highway_and_transportation_department Updated 1 year ago
City: AR
County: Jefferson
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 34.21199739, -91.83236682
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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
316 mi away
Tulsa Wave (PnP)
0.1 mi
I
926 mi away
14. State Park to Play Park
7.3 mi
II+
925 mi away
15. W 4th Ave Bridge to S Union Ave Bridge
0.5 mi
I
942 mi away
13. Florence to Pueblo Reservoir
18.0 mi
I
958 mi away
12. MacKenzie Bridge to Florence River Park
6.8 mi
I-II
966 mi away
11. Centennial Park to Mackenzie Takeout
4.0 mi
III-IV(V)
970 mi away
10. Parkdale Launch to Canon City (Royal Gorge)
10.0 mi
46 ft/mi
III
981 mi away
09. Pinnacle Rock Launch to Parkdale Launch
17.2 mi
33 ft/mi
II-III
994 mi away
08. Rincon to Pinnacle Rock
19.5 mi
II(III)
1,012 mi away
07. Salida to Rincon
10.0 mi
II-III
1,021 mi away
06. Stone Bridge to Salida
9.5 mi
III
1,028 mi away
05. Fisherman's Bridge access to Stone Bridge access
13.0 mi
31 ft/mi
III
1,033 mi away
04. Buena Vista to Fisherman's Bridge
6.7 mi
III
1,037 mi away
03. Railroad Bridge Launch to Buena Vista
6.7 mi
44 ft/mi
IV
1,041 mi away
02. Numbers Launch to Railroad Bridge Launch
6.4 mi
71 ft/mi
IV-V
1,046 mi away
01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site
5.1 mi
58 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Trulock boat ramp provides access to the mighty Arkansas River in Jefferson County, Arkansas. This major waterway is over 1,200 miles long, with an average flow of over 51,000 cubic feet per second and a total elevation drop of nearly 10,000 feet from its headwaters to the river mouth.
For paddlers, the Arkansas River in this area offers a diverse recreational experience. The river is classified as a 10th order stream, meaning it is a large, navigable river with significant flow and size. Kayakers and canoeists can enjoy calm, smooth sections as well as occasional riffles and rapids, depending on water levels. Boaters will find the river wide and deep enough to accommodate larger craft. The average gradient of 7.9 feet per mile provides a gentle, scenic float.
Nearby recreation areas along the Arkansas River include Pool 3 and Pool 4, with opportunities for overnight camping, fishing, and other activities. The Trulock boat ramp provides a convenient access point to explore this iconic Midwest river.
For paddlers, the Arkansas River in this area offers a diverse recreational experience. The river is classified as a 10th order stream, meaning it is a large, navigable river with significant flow and size. Kayakers and canoeists can enjoy calm, smooth sections as well as occasional riffles and rapids, depending on water levels. Boaters will find the river wide and deep enough to accommodate larger craft. The average gradient of 7.9 feet per mile provides a gentle, scenic float.
Nearby recreation areas along the Arkansas River include Pool 3 and Pool 4, with opportunities for overnight camping, fishing, and other activities. The Trulock boat ramp provides a convenient access point to explore this iconic Midwest river.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Arkansas River - Pool 4
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Arkansas River - Pool 3
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