[Paddlewise] Arkansas lakes trip report

From: Edwin Johnson <elj_at_shreve.net>
Date: Mon, 31 May 2004 21:16:55 -0500 (CDT)
> Date: Sat, 29 May 2004 21:14:40 -0500
> From: Jan Axelson <jan_at_Lvr.com>
>
> A couple of weeks ago I asked about recommendations for Arkansas paddling.
> We're back after visiting 5 lakes in 6 days.
>
> We paddled Big Lake near Blytheville (shallow and muddy but lots of
> wildlife) and Lake Hinkle (small, with an interesting creek) on the western
> border. We kayak-sailed Norfolk Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, and (on a
> rip-roaring windy afternoon) Beaver Lake.
>
> Every lake was a delight. None had much boat traffic. Perfect temperatures
> (mid 80s days, mid 60s nights). No bugs.

Thanks for the report. I'm one of the persons who suggested some of the
rivers in the area. This gives _me_ some new ideas, so thanks for your
report and suggestions for future trips.

...Edwin

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