Little River — Horatio to Millwood Lake: Water Level Today — Can You Paddle It?
Little River · Flatwater · Arkansas
Current verdict
No runnable range yet
We don’t have a runnable range for this section yet — many of these are calm or dam-controlled reaches. Here’s the current gauge reading; check it (and, for tailwaters, the dam’s generation schedule) before you go.
USGS gauge 07340000 · updated Jul 9, 8:00 AM UTC
7-day flow trend
Section facts
- Difficulty
- Flatwater
- Length
- 8 mi
- Float time
- ~4 hr
- Best months
- March–October
- Put-in
- Horatio (Hwy 24)
- Take-out
- Millwood Lake (upper)
Reading USGS gauge 07340000 — Little River near Horatio, AR ↗ · runnable range is an estimate (see methodology)
FAQ
What water level is good for paddling Little River — Horatio to Millwood Lake?
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 River levels?
We read USGS gauge 07340000 — 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 River — Horatio to Millwood Lake good for beginners?
This is a flatwater section — no rapids under normal levels — so it's beginner-friendly when the gauge is in range. High water changes everything: cold, fast water is dangerous for anyone.
When is the best time to paddle Little River here?
Typically March–October, 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 River — Horatio to Millwood Lake?
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.