Last updated: January 27, 2021
Thing to Do
Paddle Jacks Fork River
NPS Photo
Jacks Fork along with the Current make up the two pristine navigable waterways within Ozark National Scenic Riverways. 35 miles of the Jacks Fork are are within park boundaries but portions are only navigable during certain times due to low river levels. Popular put in locations are Hwy 17 Bridge (Buck Hollow), Rymers, Bay Creek and Alley Spring. In the summer the most popular float on the Jacks Fork is Alley Spring to Eminence. The entire Jacks Fork is a state small mouth bass trophy area and certain regulations apply.
Please see our river safety information before heading out.
Below are estimated float times for each section of river, they vary depending on the amount of water flow. Please check river levels or closures on our park Facebook page before departing.
Estimated Float Times (in hours):
Blue Spring to Rymers: 4hrs
Bay Creek to Alley: 4hrs
Alley to Eminence: 4hrs
Alley to Two Rivers: 8hrs
Eminence to Two Rivers: 4hrs
Hwy 17 to Alley: 16hrs
Prongs to Hwy 17: 4hrs
Hwy 17 to Rymers: 5hrs
Rymers to Alley Spring: 9hrs
Authorized outfitters can rent you a canoe, kayak, double kayak, raft or tube and shuttle you to and from the river. Please see the list of authorized outfitters below.
Windy's Canoe Rental 886-889-8177
Jacks Fork Canoe Rental 800-333-5628
Alley Spring Canoe Rental 888-963-5628
Two Rivers Canoe Rental 888-833-4931
Details
Activity
Paddling
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
If using an outfitter a fee is implemented, no charge for private vessels.
Reservations
No
Some reservations are required for certain outfitters.
Season
Year Round
Paddling is available all times of the year but summer is the most busy season.
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
Paddling can be accessible with user provided adaptive equipment. Outfitters do not rent adaptive equipment at this time.