Length:	8 miles (5 - 7 hours)
Put-in location:	North of River on Collierville-Arlington Rd
Takeout location:	South of River on Houston Levee Rd
Best water level:	6 - 8 ft on the La Grange gauge
Difficulty:	Difficult and potentially dangerous (rock weirs in river)

Description

The attractive white sands launch area at the Collierville Arlington Rd bridge can be deceiving, enticing paddlers to explore this section. Surprises await around the bend. Conditions on this section - dramatically affected by head-cutting erosion due to channelization further downstream - are different than on other sections of the river. A large number of downed trees creating channel blockages, as well as four rock weirs, do pose safety hazards, especially during periods of high and low water levels. Under no circumstances should a beginner attempt to paddle this section of the Wolf River.

Well-experienced paddlers should consider this section only when water levels are between 6.0 and 8.0 feet on the LaGrange river gauge. At lower water levels, there is likely dozens of portages. High water undertows at log jams (strainers) could cause capsize and the associated problems and risks. Most embankments are steep, making it difficult to right capsized boats.

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