Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:36 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 7.86 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Arkansas River
Updated 54 min agoSource: USGS station 072632968 — Lk Maumelle at Mouth of Pigeon Roost Cr nr Wye, AR · 3.1 mi from Arkansas River
Launch Light & Moon — June 26
local timeWaxing Gibbous (90% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Arkansas River Boat Ramp
| Location | Fort Smith, Arkansas |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Arkansas River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 35.432217, -94.369733 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Sebastian County |
Arkansas River Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Arkansas River in Fort Smith, Arkansas at coordinates 35.43222, -94.36973. Data published by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AR AGFC).
Arkansas River Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Arkansas River in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas River Boat Ramp
Is Arkansas River Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Arkansas River Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
What water does Arkansas River Boat Ramp access?
Arkansas River Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Arkansas River in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
How do I get to Arkansas River Boat Ramp?
Arkansas River Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 35.432217, -94.369733 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Arkansas River Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 7.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.