White River
The White River is part of the McClellan-Kerr Inland Waterway Navigation
System and meanders from its source in the northwest corner of the
state, across the Missouri state line, and back into Arkansas to the
Mississippi River. The river traverses a wide variety of Arkansas'
landscapes, ranging from the Mississippi River Delta, the Central
Arkansas Lowlands, and the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas and Missouri.
Along its course lies the White River National Wildlife Refuge, the
historical Jacksonport State Park, the Ozark Folk Center, and the
beautiful Ozark National Forest. The White River offers some of the
state's best bass and trout fishing, and also some excellent catfish
along the southern reaches. Access to the river is convenient from
Searcy and there are many services available, including boat rentals,
resorts, and guide services. In the northern portion of the state, the
White River is popular among canoeists and rafters.
For More Information
Searcy Chamber of Commerce
2323 South Main Street
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
Phone: (501) 268-2458
Fax: (501) 268-9530
E-mail:scc@cswnet.com
Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
Phone: (501) 682-7777
Fax: (501) 682-1364
