Little Maumelle River Water Trail

Water Trail Length
Pinnacle Mountain State Park Access to Two Rivers Park Access: 8.2 river miles. 
The Little Maumelle River flows east to the Arkansas River. 

Towering cypress trees, sprawling American lotus and solitude near the city draw paddlers and anglers to the Little Maumelle River. 

The Little Maumelle River is free of rapids, although high water can create dangerous conditions around trees. At normal water level, paddling downstream and returning is an option from Pinnacle Mountain State Park Access. From Two Rivers Park Access or River Mountain Park Access, paddling upstream is an option. Contact Rock Town River Outfitters or Pinnacle Mountain State Park for guided float trips, and canoe and kayak rentals.

Warning
The Little Maumelle River-Arkansas River confluence just west of the Interstate 430 bridge can be dangerous during high flow.

Wildlife and Habitat
Watch for wading birds, ospreys, bald eagles, red-shouldered hawks, barred owls, migrating waterfowl and warblers. Beavers, white-tailed deer, raccoons and opossums are common along the water. Harmless broadbanded water snakes, an occasional alligator and several species of turtles live along the river. 

Fishing
Anglers go for largemouth and spotted bass, crappie and bream. Minnows, jigs, spinners and light line are recommended. Fish for catfish on the bottom with worms, minnows and stink baits. Check Arkansas Game and Fish Commission fishing regulations. 

Camping platform on the Little Maumelle River Water Trail

Camping
Hidden among the cypress trees, not far from the banks of the Nature Conservancy in Arkansas’s William Kirsch Preserve at Ranch North Woods, floats a new camping platform. This is a spot for paddlers to stop for the night and experience solitude, stars and the sounds of nature. The platform is available by reservation only. To request a reservation, click here.  

Don't Get a Ticket
According to Arkansas law, children 12 and under must wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket and anyone on a boat must have one ready to use. Vessels 16 feet and longer must have a throwable life preserver (type IV) aboard. Glass containers are illegal in boats such as canoes and kayaks that can be swamped easily. Paddlers must securely fasten cooler lids, and use attached mesh litter bags and floating holders for beverages.