Buffalo National River

Category: National park

Address: Arkansas, USA

Phone: +18704392502

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Anastasia Gregory

Jul 25, 2022

Un freaking real. The water was low this time and the temps were high but it was still well worth it! We did 30.5 miles. Bring good shoes and SUNSCREEN.

Thad Hensley

May 12, 2022

The BNR is a gorgeous place, perfect for hiking, backpacking, kayaking, etc. I hiked 17 miles of the Buffalo River Trail, saw lots of beautiful views, historic cemeteries and old homesteads.

Maria Zeee

Mar 9, 2022

Such a beautiful even magical place to visit especially after a big snowstorm. Whitiker Point, Lost Vally trail are absolutely gorgeous.

Lily LLG

Feb 28, 2022

The experience of just seeing this view was breathtaking! The water color was unbelievable! The turquoise color from the melted snow, made the view worth stopping..

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Questions & Answers

Where to see elk

rosetta burtram | Mar 7, 2018
B D A | Mar 8, 2018

Along the river by horse camp

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Is there swimimg

Yvonne Warren | Mar 6, 2021
Stephanne Rush | Mar 7, 2021

Yes, like so many have said, but I would recommend water shoes. The rocks on most of the river are too big to comfortably walk on, too uneven and the current just a little too strong for flip flops (I broke mine) or tennis shoes (my husband said it was uncomfortable). It was still fun tho, and recommend it!!

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Can you swim in it

Ty Dy | Mar 7, 2019
Juniper Sux | Mar 8, 2019

Totally

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Can you boat on the lake?

kimberly hicks | Mar 7, 2019
Fuel for the Body To Live For NOW | Mar 8, 2019

The Buffalo River is only for canoes and kayaks and floats. Not a lake.

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If I were to go on a canoe trip (spring break, 2019) with one canoe and one kayak, how would I get my boats back to my car (or my car back to my boats)? I don't want to rent boats. Cheers!

Penelope Smith | Mar 7, 2019
David Reece | Mar 8, 2019

You can pay for a return shuttle to your car, a drop off of your boats and a have your car moved to the take out, or go any direction. There are several outfitters along the Buffalo River, so you will need to determine where you want to float first. Then all you do is call an outfitter and they will arrange any method you desire. Let me know what area and I can provide a recommendation.

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Do I need a permit to float tubes down the river

Willie Mosier | Mar 7, 2019
Scott Reeves | Mar 8, 2019

no

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What is the current water temperature?

Greg Edwards | Mar 7, 2019
Greg M | Mar 8, 2019

56 degrees Fahrenheit

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Is this place pet friendly

Basil Coplen | Jun 9, 2021
Drake DeMon | Jun 10, 2021

As far as I know they are. Samson is a service dog he goes everywhere with me.

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I am planning a canoe/hiking back pack trip next month. Is it free range camping or designated sites?

Brandon A | Mar 6, 2020
Departamento 19 | Mar 7, 2020

is free,just find the right place and you will enjoy. I hope you have fun.

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What sections are the prettiest to float and where all would three be public access to put in and take out?

Michael | Mar 6, 2020
Michael | Mar 7, 2020

I plan on going this weekend

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is there mountain bike trails

David Craig | Mar 6, 2020
Sara Gates | Mar 7, 2020

There are biking trails remember there are many different trails throughout Arkansas. I've seen trails for mountain biking.

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Can you camp here and how much does it cost

Alicia Brenton | Mar 7, 2019
Richard Presley | Mar 8, 2019

It has several campsites and I think it's about 20 dollars a night

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Where is national park radio going to performing June 16?

ficcyfc2 3 | Mar 7, 2019
Freddie White | Mar 8, 2019

Steel creek

If someone is arrested on the buffalo river where would they take them it's was drinking charges I'm sure just mistaminer

Brandi Hickey | Jun 9, 2021
Keith Jones | Jun 10, 2021

Depends on the county they were arrested in. Usually they take them to the county sheriff dept.

If someone arrested on the buffalo river where would they take u where do I find them which jail not sure if it was police or game n fish or park n recreation

Brandi Hickey | Jun 9, 2021
Lacie Stewart | Jun 10, 2021

It depends on if they are on the upper river or lower river I would check the towns closest to which you all was. Or check with a park ranger some where they would possibly know where they will be held.

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Do they have cabins to rent

Kevin Winot | Apr 10, 2021
Theresa dewald | Apr 11, 2021

Yes Lost valley, JB outpost, many places that have cabins

is it a good paddle in fall?

Cleo Fogal | Apr 10, 2021
Jeff Bettis | Apr 11, 2021

Depends on how much water there is. After a rain would be fun and easier to travel the water.

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There is a camp site where we can stay for a week?

Juan Manuel Salazar | Mar 6, 2021
Jennifer Wise | Mar 7, 2021

There are private sites throughout the area that are open, if the state/national parks are not yet open. Checking Recreation.gov should indicate what's available.

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Is this site open?

Cecil G. Relation | Mar 6, 2021
Crystal V Taylor (Crys) | Mar 7, 2021

Yes

Where can mountain lions be found?

Ty williams | Mar 6, 2020
Laura Walden | Mar 7, 2020

Those are very solitary animals. Few and far between. Best bet would be a zoo or Turpentine Creek in Eureka. I have seen some in Madison county but not when I've been in the Buffalo area.

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I'm wanting to take my paddle board here. How fast is the water moving? What anyone recommend this area for paddle boarding?

Tanner Cowan | Mar 6, 2020
Chris Stout | Mar 7, 2020

Pretty fast in some places

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How's the fishing there

Diane Caruthers | Mar 6, 2020
Ashley Ramsey | Mar 7, 2020

good better make sure u have ur fishing license

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Where can I tent camp and float?

Kevin p | Mar 6, 2020
mike bishea | Mar 7, 2020

We went through Buffalo River Float Service and rented float equipment. We then camped riverside wherever it looked like a good spot. A lot of the river you can camp riverside since it is a national park.

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How much the tickets

Marina Galarza | Mar 6, 2020
Joahua Oakes | Mar 7, 2020

If you have your own draft I believe it doesn't cost anything unless you don't have one and then you have to rent one and then you would have to either have somebody to pick you up or pay for somebody to pick you up

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Are there decent hiking spots here?

Hannah McEvers | Mar 6, 2020
Cliff H | Mar 7, 2020

Too many to mention. For every skill level, handicapped also. The Buffalo River Trail goes right down the gut, while shorter trails in and around the region are real gems themselves. Start with Lost Valley Trail near Ponca in the Upper Buffalo River valley.

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what is the cost of canoe

Tim Efird | Mar 6, 2020
Brian Birchler | Mar 7, 2020

To rent from Buffalo Outdoor Center it is $65 per day for 1 canoe.

Do have 5th wheel hook ups?

Don Howard | Mar 6, 2020
Tiffany Smith | Mar 7, 2020

I don't know the river is rugged camping where you want, but I am sure there are camp grounds nearby. Whenever I have been there people are camped up on random bluffs etc with tents.

How many hours is it from Houston to Arkansas

Edith Bailon | Mar 6, 2020
Carlos Nichols | Mar 7, 2020

To the best 10 or 12

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Where are the waterfalls located??

Courtney Clayton | Mar 6, 2020
James Pennel | Mar 7, 2020

Like Christina said Hemmed In Hollow is the tallest in the midwest, at the upper end of the Buffalo River!

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Are the cabins worth the money?

Last Real Playas Alive | Mar 6, 2020
Last Real Playas Alive | Mar 7, 2020

Thank you for answering I may check them out

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Are inflateable river rafts legal, or just canoez

Gary Hoggatt | Mar 6, 2020
Bonnie Fischer | Mar 7, 2020

Inflatables like tubes and rafts are fine. As Christina above refers to, however, I would limit them to spring and early summer while the water is higher. Whereas you can always portage easy other times, scraping bottom may be hard on inflatables.While the Buffalo is not necessary a "white water" river, it can get a little rapid at times and may run you aground. Be sure your raft/tube is a sturdy one.

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Where is your highest number of bears in the Buffalo National Forest?

Mark Redding | Mar 7, 2019
Joplin Outdoors | Mar 8, 2019

Ask National Park Services

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Are there squatch sitings?

Annette Graves | Mar 7, 2019
Wendy Rickman | Mar 8, 2019

I've had an actual bear snuffle my tent...no squatch, tho.

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Do they have full rv hookups ?

Chris Harrison | Mar 7, 2019
Rebecca Myers Graves | Mar 8, 2019

That's a Yes and no! Some of the camp grounds do some don't. Here's a link that can help you find the one that will suit your needs best! The best if luck to you! P.s. it's so beautiful there you will love it😍 https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/camping.htm

Where is the best tent camping and small mouth fishing on the Buffalo

Michael Province | Mar 7, 2019
David Reece | Mar 8, 2019

The lower Buffalo River is full of smallmouth. I caught half a dozen pounders and up last November. You can free camp anywhere along the banks of the Buffalo. If you desire a campground, just Google Buffalo National Forest camping.

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The tv show boonies shows a guy livin in caves on the buffalo preserved land ,is that legal?

Billy Moon | Mar 7, 2019
Tony Hagerty | Mar 8, 2019

Actually I think you can camp individually in some national park and forest areas as long as you don't erect any permanent structures

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Where do you enter the park by car?

Rose Venti | Mar 7, 2019
Art Cowden | Mar 8, 2019

I'm not sure where or what they are called but i think there's a few campgrounds along the river. Should be able to park at any of those.

Is there a gift shop, and if so, do they sell books?

Jo Calizzi | Mar 7, 2019
Ponder Wright | Mar 8, 2019

There is a shop in Jasper that has gifts, local crafts, and books. It's run by Newton County Historical Society.

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Looking to kayak the Buffalo next week. Are water levels high enough? Current date is 7/20/18. Thanks!

Capri Teague | Mar 7, 2019
Sheri Reid | Mar 8, 2019

You can always call the park services or Wild Bill's canoe rental, they should be able to tell you. When we were there in June Wild Bill's let us know the best place to put in for the water levels & we only had to get out & pull our canoe 1 time.

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Is there a campground near by?

Mary Hornberger | Mar 7, 2019
Keith P | Mar 8, 2019

Yes there are quite a few in different areas of the park. Some may require reservations especially for RV's. If tent camping there are white few walk-ins

Is there a place to rent canoes nearby ? To be able to canoe on the river ? If so where is it located ?

Jennifer Rodriguez | Mar 7, 2019
Lisa Briggs | Mar 8, 2019

Buffalo Bill's is where we went $60 I believe. But there are a few places to choose from in the area.

Are puddle jumpers accepted as a life vest for toddlers and children?

Amber Wilson | Mar 7, 2019
Scott Reeves | Mar 8, 2019

no ...CARRY ALONG one approved vest for everyone in the boat.

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How is the water level and are the fish Biting.

Michael Dailey | Mar 7, 2019
Iris Schmidt | Mar 8, 2019

Water level was low about a week ago. We plan to bring our 6 yr old with us in couple of weeks. We didn't fish so not sure about the fish biting.

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There is a group of at least 8 coming in Friday and wanting to camp at Tyler Bend and float sat and sunday. I've heard water levels are really low! Is that true?

Danielle Anderson Blazer | Mar 7, 2019
craig wood | Mar 8, 2019

Yes its low. Tyler bend on down is probably ok. Chance of rain this week. So river could get a little more water. Check river level at. Buffalo National River

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I want to float the river is that allowed and dog you have to pay

Brittni Schlatter | Mar 7, 2019
Jacob Austin | Mar 8, 2019

Yes you are allowed to float at no charge

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Is there a way to drive to the rock hoyse instead of hiking?

me and my brother | Mar 7, 2018
mary mccaig | Mar 8, 2018

No take the high road

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Can you have a wedding there?

Ruth Harrleson | Mar 7, 2018
Jamila Clardy | Mar 8, 2018

By the way its set up and normally nice campers, i dont see why not. Congratulations....

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