So Just Where in Arkansas is the Buffalo River?

Chris — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 18:19:04 +0000

I get a lot of questions from people across the US and rest of the world, asking where the Buffalo River is exactly? Well….generally speaking…I tell them it is in north central Arkansas. I realize those are pretty vague directions, so I’ll use this post to explain a little better.

First of all, since the river travels over some 135 miles, with multiple access points, giving a general location such as “north central Arkansas” may be adequate for some. Below is a map which highlights the section of Arkansas where the river is located.

Some of the larger cities within an hour or two of the Buffalo River include Harrison, Eureka Springs, Fayetteville, Russellville, Conway, Mountain View, Mountain Home, Batesville & Branson. The northern part of Arkansas is filled with beautiful scenery, lots of gift shops, flea markets & antique stores.

Here is a map that provides a closer look at the highlighted section above.

This should give you a good idea on where you will find the Buffalo River within Arkansas. Again, there are many access points along the river and I hope to detail most of these in upcoming posts. If you need directions to a specific point on the river that you’ve heard about, feel free to contact me and I’ll be happy to get what you’re looking for.

Buffalo River Maps You Shouldn’t Be Without!

Chris — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 16:14:23 +0000

I ran across these maps several years ago at local sporting goods store, (which has since gone out of business). Let me assure you…if you spend any time on the Buffalo River, hiking, floating, horseback riding or camping…you will want to invest in these maps!

These are topographic maps, based on USGS data, updated and customized to meet the unique features of this area. They are printed on tear resistant waterproof material, so they’re great to have on the river! I’ve had my set for about 6 years now, and they get opened and looked at every time we go to the Buffalo. One really nice feature is that they show the mileage along the river, so you will know exactly how far you’re floating, and where you’re at. Produced by National Geographic, you know they’re high quality!

These are a very inexpensive resource that you shouldn’t be with out. These maps would make great gifts for anyone you know that frequents the Buffalo River area.

One map covers the west half of the river, and the other covers the east half. Click on maps to find more information or to buy.

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So Just Where in Arkansas is the Buffalo River?

Buffalo River Maps You Shouldn’t Be Without!