• Canoeing on the Buffalo

    Buffalo

    National River Arkansas

  • Fire Restrictions

    Due to the extreme dry weather event and in concert with county burn bans, Buffalo National River is issuing restrictions on the use of fires and smoking within the park. Fires are permitted in fire grates and grills only.

Buffalo National River Flood Recovery Efforts

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Date: May 7, 2011
Contact: Keith A. Jefferson, 870-365-2746

As of 3 o’clock Saturday afternoon May 7, 2011 –Crews are working on assessments of damages and flood recovery. Ongoing work includes repairs to roads, launches, campgrounds and facilities. Assessments continue on trails, and park natural and cultural resources. The following areas remain closed for the safety of our park visitors, neighbors and employees.

Lost Valley – CLOSED at hwy 43, Erbie Horse Camp and Caver Camp – CLOSED, Mount Hersey – CLOSED, Gilbert – 4 WD only, Spring Creek – CLOSED, Rush – CLOSED, Buffalo Point Launch – CLOSED, Buffalo Point Campground - sites 27, 47, 48, 49 – CLOSED

Trails assessments are ongoing, and many trails have experienced moderate to severe damage. Water crossings may be hazardous or washed out. Until trails assessments are complete, visitors should use extreme caution on all trails and should consider using an alternate route to avoid water crossings and damaged areas.

Thank you for your patience as we continue to work on recovery from the floods of this past week.

For current and changing information please call:

Recorded Information: 870-365-2700 ext 503
Emergency Dispatch: 888-692-1162

Did You Know?

River view with forest wilderness adjacent.

Did you know that Buffalo National River has three federally designated wilderness areas within its boundaries? Totalling over 30,000 acres, the three areas capture the essence of the wild Ozarks.