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As your trip draws near, it is very important to know what conditions you will face.In the winter and spring months heavy rains can produce dangerously high water while inthe summer long periods of drought can turn your favorite whitewater run into a longportage. Although the lower Cadron River can be paddled year-around, the upperNorth Fork of Cadron Creek can only be paddled in the spring or after a rain storm.In planning your adventure on Cadron Creek please consider the following: |
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2.00 to 3.50 Feet |
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Medium - This is considered by many to be the most ideal level for paddling on Cadron Creek The rapids are exhilerating and generally unobstructed. This is a good level for novice and intermediate paddlers to improve their skills and enjoy the scenery Cadron Creek has to offer. Above Pinnacle Springs Campground this is a wonderful level for a family or church outing. |
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3.50 Feet to 5.00 Feet |
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Difficult - This is the highest level in which Cadron Creek can be run safely by an intermediate paddler. Many of the rapids and shoals below Batesville Mountain are "washed out" by standing waves that can swamp an open boat. The main current may swing under bushes, branches and overhangs. Unless you have had prior experience on Cadron Creek or on Class III whitewater you should avoid paddling Pinnacle Springs and Cove Creek Run. And be prepared to get wet...and cold. |
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5.00 to 7.00 Feet |
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Difficult and Dangerous - Just short of flood stage Cadron Creek should not be paddled at this level unless the paddler is well-versed in self-rescue and well-equipped for all types of emergencies. The river is very pushy at this level and standing waves can literally stand a boat on end. Moreover there are very few eddies that allow for an easy recovery. Cadron Creek Outfitters will not provide boats or equipment for rent at this level. Shuttle services will be provided solely at our discretion. |
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An adventure awaits.... |
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CADRON CREEK OUTFITTERS |
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54 Cargile Lane |
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Greenbrier, Arkansas 72058 |
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(501) 679-5050 |
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www.CadronCreekOutfitters.com |