Black River
The Black River rises in Missouri as three streams and flows into northeastern Arkansas, where it joins the White River. Its name comes from the dark tint of the water.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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River facts
| Length | About 300 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | East Fork and Middle Fork meet near Lesterville, Missouri |
| Mouth | White River, northwest of Newport, Arkansas |
A Corps of Engineers dam in Wayne County holds back Clearwater Lake.
Listed fish are the species named for the river on its Wikipedia page. Check the Missouri Department of Conservation for river-specific regulations before you fish.
Lakes and flowages on the Black River
Lakes in our guide on or connected to this river:
Source: Black River (Wikipedia)