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Buffalo River Arkansas

Floating Trips

Claiming the crown as the United States’ first national river, this 153-mile meandering beauty takes you through some of Arkansas’ most picturesque scenery.

Buffalo River Arkansas

Swimming Holes

The Buffalo River has no shortage of great swimming holes that have plenty of water all year around. Most of the popular river access points have deep watering holes, even during the heat of summer.

Buffalo River Arkansas

Hiking Trails

There are hundreds of miles of great hiking trails in Upper Buffalo River area to challenge novice and serious hikers. The Upper District or western end of the river provides trails to waterfalls, loops and long distance trails, wilderness trails, and trails to historic structures.

Buffalo River Arkansas

Fishing

The Upper Buffalo River region is a great choice as a place to fish for bass, perch and catfish. Smallmouth bass rule the upper Buffalo River, while catfish can be found anywhere on the Buffalo River. Fishing from a canoe is a popular method, and wade fishing can also be rewarding.

Buffalo River Arkansas

Elk & Wildlife

Elk have free range and can be seen at several different locations in and near the river. Usually the easiest place to view elk is along the six miles of Hwy 43 and Hwy 21 through Boxley Valley.

Buffalo River Arkansas

Horseback Riding

Scenic trail rides taking you through some of the prettiest country in the Ozarks. 

Buffalo River Arkansas

Rock Climbing

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch climbing is known around the world in the climbing community as a great destination for some of the finest sandstone sport climbing anywhere.