Trigger Gap
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
| Address: | 190 Co Rd 539, Eureka Springs, AR 72632, USA |
| GPS: |
36°18'54.2"N 93°39'51.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arkansas |
Canoe, Kayak, and Swim
Kings River is the perfect place for you if you love to kayak. Trigger gap is fairly mild and calm, a great place for a beginner to kayak. You can rent supplies like canoes, kayaks, fishing kayaks, rafts, and paddle boards at Trigger Gap Outfitters. The prices for these range between 30-80$. You can even park at the canoe rental office for $3. This area is probably best for doing those kind of activities but it's also open to swimmers. The water is cool and clear all year long, but summer is the best time for swimming because the sun warms the water, and keeps you warm as you rest on the bank. An old bridge used to run across the river right near Trigger Gap Outfitters store. The water current where the bridge once was is more strong, so keep careful watch over your children and less experienced swimmers here. There isn't said to be anywhere specific that the water is best for swimming, the calm water near the store is probably the best because you don't have to be a strong swimmer, and don't have to be as watchful of everyone in the water (still watch though!). The banks surrounding Trigger gap are a great place to relax, collect cool rocks, or tan in the sun.
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Access Points - Kings River Arkansas
Find where to start on the Kings River from these access points. Whether fishing, enjoying the scenery or camping, you’ll find the right spot.
https://kingsriverarkansas.com/access-points/Kings River Float Trips Through The Arkansas Ozarks — Kings River Outfitters
Choose the perfect Kings River float trip with canoe and kayak routes ranging from relaxing family floats to full day Ozark adventures.
https://kingsriveroutfitters.com/float-optionsTrigger Gap Outfitters | Kings River Kayak & Canoe Rentals | Eureka Springs, AR
Trigger Gap Outfitters offers kayak and canoe rentals, float trips, fishing, and camping on the Kings River near Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
https://triggergapoutfitters.com/
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Eureka Springs, Arkansas
- Head southwest on S Main St toward Benton St (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto E Van BurenPass by Quality Inn (on the right in 0.6 mi)(2.3 mi)
- Slight right onto Co Rd 302/
Rock House Rd Continue to follow Co Rd 302(6.6 mi) - Turn left onto AR-221 N (1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto Co Rd 509 (0.4 mi)
- Sharp left to stay on Co Rd 509 (0.2 mi)
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