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Access Site AR

Williford

Spring River

Source: arkansas_highway_and_transportation_department Updated 1 year ago

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City: Ozark Acres, AR
County: Sharp County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.25351769, -91.40710735
7H3V+C5 Ozark Acres, AR, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Spring River at Spring Street Bridge at Hardy, AR Same River 5.9 mi away
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Spring River at Imboden, AR Same River 13.5 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Spring River
2 runs (1 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II Upstream from here (7.2 mi from take-out) Mammoth Spring to Hardy (15 miles)
14.9 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
I 183 mi away CR1082 East of Hwy. 97 to bridge off Hwy. P, West of Belleville
65.7 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Williford boat ramp provides direct access to the Spring River, a major Ozark waterway in Arkansas. This access point is located in Ozark Acres, Sharp County, with coordinates 36.25351769, -91.40710735.

The Spring River is a substantial headwater stream, measuring 193.68 miles in length with an elevation drop of over 4,000 feet. It has an average flow of 2,671.75 cubic feet per second and a gradient of 21.3 feet per mile, making it a dynamic and powerful river suitable for experienced paddlers and motorized boaters.

The boat ramp itself is situated on a 3.32-acre property, allowing ample space to launch kayaks, canoes, and small motorized watercraft. While specific details on hours of operation or fees are not available, this public access point provides a convenient entry point to explore the Spring River's scenic Ozark landscapes, world-class trout fishing, and recreational opportunities. Paddlers and boaters should exercise caution on this sizeable river and come prepared for the river's flows and gradient.