• 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.

News Releases


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May 23, 2012
The First National River Celebrates 40th Anniversary
To pay tribute to its historical creation, Buffalo National River celebrated its 40th anniversary with two media days.

August 19, 2011
Safety Advisory for Compton-Erbie Road
Vehicular travel on 2.6 miles of Newton County Road 19 between the Hideout Hollow Trailhead and Erbie is not recommended.

June 16, 2011
Lost Valley Reopens
Lost Valley is open again since the 2011 April flood took out the bridge, scoured the trail, and created a number of unsafe areas.

May 23, 2011
Harrison Community Garden Partners with Buffalo National River
The City of Harrison and Buffalo National River have entered into a unique partnership to reuse and recycle horse manure.

 

September 1, 2010
Buffalo National River is Seeking Public Comment
Buffalo National River (BNR) has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) and is seeking public comment for the proposed Facilities Improvements project...

June 22, 2010
Safety Advisory Due to Bacteria Concentrations
Health concerns remain regarding bacteria concentrations in Mill Creek, a tributary of the Buffalo River in Newton County, Arkansas, following a breakdown in a local septic system...

 

June 8, 2010
Caves in Park Closed to Public to Protect Bats
To help stop the spread of the Geomyces sp. fungus suspected to be the causative agent of White Nose Syndrome...

Did You Know?

Floater below Painted Bluff on the Buffalo National River

With 22 river access points over its nearly 100 miles of navigable waters, the Buffalo National River offers floating opportunities suitable for paddlers of all levels of experience. More...