A major tributary to the Mississippi River, the Arkansas served numerous Native Americans as they travelled along its length. In the mid 1800’s, travelers on the Sante Fe Trail followed the river through the state of Kansas as they hauled goods to and from Sante Fe.
Today, as towns, cities and communities have formed around its fertile banks and agricultural practices dominate the landscape, the Arkansas River provides recreational paddling, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities via the 22 existing access points. Additional access sites are both planned and in progress to make the Arkansas River an even more accessible outdoor recreation destination.
Trip Length | Multiday, 192.0 Miles |
Fishing | Yes |
Camping | Yes |
Manager | State, Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism |
Wild & Scenic | No |
Water Trail | Yes |
Partner Information |
http://www.ksoutdoors.com/
https://www.nps.gov/WaterTrails/Trail/Info/57 |