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Drove all the way over to Dragover on Tuesday, June 25th and the gate to the campground area was locked at 1130am. On the way in; I met a truck bringing out a couple of porta potties...so perhaps it was a maintenance thing and unlucky timing on my part. The forest service website says the site is op...

Thanks for the response Jim. I may look at getting a raft for this purpose then we would be on the water with some mobility.

Mike

I need opinions on whether Dragover is suitable for tube floating with a couple of 5 yr old granddaughters during the summer months? Never done a tube float so I was wondering if the 3 mile float might be a bit too long? If it is suitable; what would you recommend as the minimum water level for tubi...

Richard wrote:ONELUCKYDEVIL, you need to chance it this fall. Join us.

That sounds great Richard! I learned to swim at Buffalo Point as a child; many fond memories from there.

Mike

Richard and Clif are much better experts than I am. But I have done the Tyler Bend to Gilbert float easily in a day trip from Little Rock if convenience is at the top of your list. Tyler Bend to Gilbert is a bit of a short section but it has easy access and a cheap shuttle if there is enough water. ...

The Saline River at Benton might be good to avoid rapids for your first trip out. Perhaps the outfitter below will shuttle for you....I think he only operates on weekends. http://www.salinerivercanoe.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; The Caddo (Narrows to Glenwood) around...

For Rigging: I have a 4x8 utility trailer with short sidewalls. Don't have a shop for welding so I bolted two pieces of angle iron with eye-lets across the sidewalls to lay two rec yaks on. After that, I used metal conduit and fittings to make two "T's" that rise from the floor of the trai...

I appreciate the feedback. I'll keep an eye open for the RPM!

Thanks,
Mike

Would like to find something used that would work as a primary boat on Class II, III such as the Mulberry and Big Piney. Perhaps an older longer style that wouldn't wear me out if I wanted to use it as a secondary boat to float slower streams with family such as the Ouachita or Buffalo. 5'10", ...