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Low - Scraping LikelyAmerica's first National River (1972), a free-flowing, rain-driven Ozark river draining the Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas. Flashy and seasonal in its upper reaches, near year-round floatable in its lower reaches. Managed by the National Park Service.
Reservations Only at Buffalo Point - Starting March 15, 2027
Starting March 15, 2027, reservations will be required for all campsites at Buffalo Point Campground, including A & E Loops. Reservations must be made through Recreation.gov (www.recreation.gov) or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations can be made the same day or up to six months in advance. Please note that cell phone service is unreliable in these areas, so it is strongly recommended to make your reservation before arriving at the campground.
Information · National Park Service
South Woolum Road Closed, Alternate Route Available
In the interest of safety, the South Woolum Road has been closed. The Woolum launch and campground remain open.
Park Closure · National Park Service
Read it on nps.govPick a put-in and take-out and we'll estimate float time, mileage, and shuttle — then give you a link to share with your crew.
Ordered upstream → downstream. Open a place for access details or choose an eligible put-in in the planner.
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Big bluffs, gravel-bar lunches, and three very different stretches of river. Pick the Buffalo reach that has water for the day you actually have.
Read the full Buffalo National River guide