We offer John Boat Rentals on the White River

John Boat & Motor Rental

His Place Resort has its own private boat dock and offers John boat & motor rentals on the White River.  Half day and full day john boat rentals available.  Half day rentals are 4 hours, and full day rentals are 8 hours or more. 

John Boats are long and flat bottomed which make them perfectly suited to negotiate the rocky flats and shoals of the White River, a great way to enjoy your White River trout fishing or just enjoy the scenery of the Arkansas Ozarks.

John Boat Rental FAQ

Why should you rent your john boat on the White River from us?  Our john boats are newer, wider 42" models that are more comfortable, safer, and typically draft shallower and have better livewells than the older style boats available for rent elsewhere.

Additionally, we have upgraded the motors on all john boats 4-stroke outboards, which will be 2 months to 2 years old as of 2010, and all received new factory powerheads and fuel pumps in the summer of 2011; something to keep in mind when you're comparison shopping...  Do some checking!  Do you want a 15+ year old motor on your john boat rental while you're out trout fishing on the White River?

What comes with a john boat rental?  Padded seats, life vests, dip net, paddles, throw cushion, mesh trash bag & anchors.  Drag chains are not allowed.  Fuel is extra, and current fuel prices are posted in the tackle shop.

How many people can you get into a john boat?  Instead of limiting the number of persons you can put in a john boat, we regulate more by weight.  A maximum of 750 lbs., persons plus gear, is allowed per boat.

On the left, you see our boat dock on the White River with some of our john boats.  On the right, is an old picture I found of how john boat fishing used to be...  I just loved the picture, but I think you'll agree that sometimes, change is good!

Many customers who haven't visited the White River before want to know if they should reserve their john boats when they make their reservations for lodging.  This is of course, entirely up to you, as you may rent them upon arrival if you wish. 

John boat rental customers typically fall into 2 categories; those who will take their john boats out regardless of the water being up or down, and those who would want to cancel their john boat rental if they can wade either here or nearby.

For the customers that fall into the first category, yes, by all means, reserve your john boat & motor when you make your reservation to ensure availability.  For those who fall into the second category, keep an eye on the water conditions, and call me occasionally as your arrival date gets closer, as I can tell you how many boats we have left.  This way, we can work closely with you to ensure you don't lose out on a john boat rental, but at the same time not commit to a boat that you may not need.

How early can you take out your john boat on the White River?  As early as 7:30, assuming it's daylight, and it's not too foggy.  Additionally, you must be back to the dock one hour before sunset.

Do you rent john boats to customers not staying at the resort?  Yes, we do, with the exception of holidays, where we typically hold remaining john boats for resort guests.

Please read our complete John Boat & Motor/Canoe & Kayak Rental policies by clicking here.

For Rates, click here.

Good Fishin’ -- Julie

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