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The WOKA Whitewater park is a unique national-caliber whitewater park nestled on the Illinois River, on the border of NE Oklahoma, and NW Arkansas. The park has been designed to provide an enjoyable time for all levels, from the new-to-whitewater to the long-time paddler.
If you’re coming for the day, use the following info as you plan your day. Please note secure shoes are required for all water activities; no Crocs, slides or flipflops.
-Anyone using rental equipment of any kind must sign a waiver which can be found HERE, or may be signed upon renting your equipment.
-Everyone in the channel is required to have a lifejacket, and helmet, these are provided with rentals, or can be rented on their own.
-The WOKA Whitewater park is located in Watts, Oklahoma off of OK HWY 59.
-The main entrance to the park crosses a railroad track. Should there be a train click HERE for alternate directions.
-Parking is $10 per vehicle. There is no overnight parking
-Parking lot hours change seasonally, check park hours before you come
-We offer a variety of rental equipment and rental packages
-All our rentals are good for 4 hours, and include the vessel, lifejacket, and helmet. You will need to come with secure-fitting footwear, or we have water shoes for sale at the park.
-You may reserve rentals in advance to save time at the park by clicking HERE to save your spot, and get your waivers done in advance.
-For large groups, discounted rates may be available visit our GROUPS page to contact us, or for more information.
-Prepare to be out in the elements, there are shaded seating and spots along the course, but being on the water means being in the direct sunlight.
-If you are bringing your own equipment, make sure that your lifejacket and helmet are both water-specific and that your lifejacket is US Coast Guard Approved level 70+ or Type III/V
-All personal vessels must be whitewater -specefic, if you have questions call th park at 918-680-9652
-Due to the nature of whitewater, there are inherent risks and challenges associated with on-the-water activities. This is not a theme park; there is no emergency stop.
-The Whitewater channel is in the current of a natural runner river, and is subject to natural weather and water events. Be prepared to work with the forecast as the park may close at any time due to lightning or flood conditions.
-We offer special discounted rates based on group size. We can also do customized group packages, see our group page for more information.
-Click HERE to get more info on how we can best accommodate your group.