Buffalo National River
Closure Information See 2 current alerts
Current alerts (2)
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Closure
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.
More from the park: South Woolum Road Closed, Alternate Route Available
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Information
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.
Hours
Buffalo National River
| Every day | All Day |
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Buffalo National River is 135 miles long. The park is open 24 hours.
Visitor centers
Tyler Bend Visitor Center
Tyler Bend Visitor Center
| Monday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
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| Tuesday – Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday – Sunday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving (closed)
Tyler Bend Visitor Center is located about 2 miles off Hwy 65 between St. Joe, AR and Marshall, AR.
Buffalo Point Visitor Contact Station
Buffalo Point Visitor Contact Station
| Monday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
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| Tuesday – Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday – Sunday | 8:30AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
The Buffalo Point Visitor Contact Station is a ranger station where visitors can receive information about the area and shop at a small bookstore.
Steel Creek Ranger Station
Steel Creek Ranger Station
| Monday – Sunday | Closed |
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Coming up:
- Nov 25 – Nov 26: Thanksgiving (closed)
The station is staffed seasonally, and hours may vary depending on park events and interpretive programs. Please call before you visit to ensure that staff will be available to assist you: 870-861-2570.
About this park
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.