Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA) is one of the United States' most popular locations for whitewater rafting and kayaking on the Arkansas River. There is a total of 150 miles of water[1] that extends from Leadville, Colorado to Pueblo, Colorado and contains many different classes of rapids ranging from Class II-V rapids.[2][3] Activities within the area include Bicycle Trails, Fishing Guide Service, Hiking/Nature Trails, Horseback Riding Trails, National Forest, Nature Experience, Nature Preserve, Nature Tours, River Raft Trips, Scenic Highway/Byway, Ski/Snowboard Area, State Park, Water Park, Water Recreation.[4]

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Recreation Area office sign in Salida.
Map showing the location of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Map showing the location of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
LocationChaffee / Fremont / Lake / Pueblo counties, Colorado, USA
Nearest citySalida, CO
Coordinates38°32′16″N 105°59′33″W
Area6,193 acres (25.06 km2)
Established1998
Governing bodyColorado Parks and Wildlife

References
  1. Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, Colorado State Parks
  2. Nchpad : Ncpad Home
  3. "Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area". Parks.state.co.us. Archived from the original on September 13, 2013. Retrieved September 2, 2013.
  4. Colorado Things to Do, Attractions & Official Colorado Travel Guide | Colorado.com


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