Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Maps

Salida, CO

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Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Description

The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA) is recognized as one of the nation's most popular locations for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The Arkansas River it the most commercially rafted river in the United States and is noted for its world-class fishery, which provides an excellent opportunity for anglers to test their skills at catching brown and rainbow trout. AHRA visitors also enjoy camping, hiking, picnicking, wildlife watching, mountain biking, rock climbing, and even gold panning along the river’s shores, deep canyons, broad valleys and towering mountain peaks found within the

Coordinates
: 38.538, -105.992
Area
: 6,193 acres (25.06 km²)
Official Link
: Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area