Buffalo National River, an Arkansas National Park

BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER

BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER
170 Ranger Road
St. Joe, Arkansas 72675

(lat:35.9514 lon:-92.8963)

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Established in 1972, Buffalo National River flows freely for 135 miles and is one of the few remaining undammed rivers in the lower 48 states. Once you arrive, prepare to journey from running rapids to quiet pools while surrounded by massive bluffs as you cruise through the Ozark Mountains down to the White River.

Featured Areas within the Park

Buffalo Point Campground Availability and Reservations

Buffalo Point is a convenient, fun-filled destination for families and adventurists of all types. It's perched along the Buffalo National River, providing exciting river sports and hiking opportunities. In peak season, a restaurant is open at the facility, serving up meals for those who want a break from preparing them.Buffalo Point offers campsites with....more

Steel Creek Campground Availability and Reservations

Steel Creek Campground is situated along the Buffalo River under the towering and picturesque Roark Bluff. One section of the campground offers 26 walk-in tent sites and another section of the campground offers 14 sites for those camping with horses. Half of the sites in the campground are available for reservations. Steel Creek is located about 3 miles 5....more

Tyler Bend Campground Availability and Reservations

Campers will delight in the picturesque river views at Tyler Bend. Located 11 miles northwest of Marshall, Arkansas, Tyler Bend is set on a quiet, peaceful section of the great Buffalo National River. Known as the middle river region, the campground offers tranquil views of the river beside pastures.The Buffalo National River flows free over swift running....more

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Location

Buffalo National River is not close to any large cities!

Nearby Parks

Buffalo River State Wildlife Management Area

Kisatchie National Forest

OzarkSt. Francis National Forest

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Area Campgrounds

Buffalo Camping & Canoeing
1 N Frost Street
Gilbert, AR
870-439-2888

Area Farmers Markets

St. Joe Farmers' Artisans' Market
110 S US 65 Hwy
St Joe, AR
+18704392900

Area Museums

Saint Joe Historic Depot Museum
110 U.S. South, US-65
St Joe, AR
+18704482557

Area Outfitters

Buffalo River Outfitters
9664 US-65
St Joe, AR
+18005822244

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Directions

Buffalo National River is a long, narrow park that is crossed by three main highways. Highways 7, 43, and 62/65 are the main roads out of Harrison, Arkansas that will take you to the Buffalo River, depending on which part of the park you wish to visit. GPS systems are not reliable in this area so please call ahead for directions or pick up a map of the area beforehand.

Nearby Parks

Buffalo River State Wildlife Management Area

Kisatchie National Forest

OzarkSt. Francis National Forest

Arkansas State Parks

Arkansas State Parks