What water level is good for paddling Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn?

We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.

How do I check Little Red River levels?

We read USGS gauge 07076000 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.

Is Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn good for beginners?

This section is rated Class I. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.

When is the best time to paddle Little Red River here?

Typically April–November, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.

How long does it take to float Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn?

This reach is about 8 miles, roughly 4 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.

Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn: River Level Today — Can You Paddle It?

Class I8 mi · ~4 hrLittle Red RiverArkansas

Verdict

Level unavailable

We can’t read this gauge right now, so we can’t give a verdict. Check the USGS gauge page directly before relying on any estimate.

Estimated range

No current reading

USGS gauge 07076000

Paddling JFK Park to Pangburn

Little Red River at JFK Park to Pangburn is a 8-mile Class I run in Arkansas — easygoing moving water with light riffles and nothing technical. Most paddlers put in at JFK Park (below Greers Ferry Dam) and take out at Pangburn (Winkley Bridge), a trip that runs about 4 hours at a relaxed pace.

We track USGS gauge 07076000 for this reach, but there isn't a published runnable range for it yet, so we won't invent a firm number. Use the live reading and 7-day trend above to see whether the Little Red River is rising or falling, and check with a local outfitter or paddling club before you commit to a launch.

Flows here are usually most dependable April–November. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt, and late summer often drops too low to float well — but the gauge always beats the calendar, so check today's reading before you go.

7-day flow trend

7-day flow trend is unavailable for this gauge right now.

Section facts

Difficulty: Class I
Length: 8 mi
Float time: ~4 hr
Best months: April–November
Put-in: JFK Park (below Greers Ferry Dam)
Take-out: Pangburn (Winkley Bridge)

Reading USGS gauge 07076000 — Little Red River near Heber Springs ↗ · runnable range is an estimate (see methodology)

FAQ

What water level is good for paddling Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn?: We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.
How do I check Little Red River levels?: We read USGS gauge 07076000 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.
Is Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn good for beginners?: This section is rated Class I. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.
When is the best time to paddle Little Red River here?: Typically April–November, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.
How long does it take to float Little Red River — JFK Park to Pangburn?: This reach is about 8 miles, roughly 4 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.

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