A flint knapper showing off his projectile points to visitors at the Ozark Folklife Festival.
Tyler Bend drive in site with a stone patio, picnic table, fire ring, and lantern hook.
This bluff shelter is located at Buffalo Point and is accessed from a 3.5 mile moderately strenuous hike.
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Zebras at the Buffalo River Public domain photograph by National Parks Administration, nature conservation, tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
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Two hikers stand at the Compton Trailhead sign that reads "Compton Trailhead, Ponca Wilderness Area. Falls Overlook: 1.6 miles. Hemmed-in Falls: 2.5 miles. Buffalo River: 2.6 miles."
Four endemic white wildflowers with three triangular petals bloom along the Buffalo River Trail in the springtime.
Hikers skirting Panther Creek on their way to the Indian Rockhouse.
Skull Rock is a popular landmark on the Buffalo River. Picryl description: Public domain photograph of National Park, nature, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.
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view downriver from Love Hensley gravel bar
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Students hiking on the Lost Valley Trail. Public domain photograph of hiking trail, National Parks tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
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Pavilion #3 is available for reservation at www.recreation.gov and is a great setting for your next family or social gathering.
Pavilion #2 can accommodate large groups that want to meet or cook out. A grill and electricity is available. All pavilions are available for reservation through www.recreation.gov.
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Pavilions #3 is located adjacent to the walk-in tent sites at Buffalo Point. A grill and electricity are available. Flush restrooms are located nearby.
large oak next to shed at homestead
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Blacksmith demonstration at the Ozark Folklife Festival on October 1st at Tyler Bend.
A tent set up in E Loop, a first come, first served loop with water and electrical amenities.
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A horseback rider wearing a wide-brim hat rides a chestnut-colored horse toward Big Bluff on the Old River Trail in the Ponca Wilderness
only 3 instead of 7 swans-a-swimming
Visitors enjoying a day on the middle stretch of river near Tyler Bend.
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A trail runner in the middle of his 13.6 mile run.
Visitors swimming at Buffalo Point on a summer day.
A two-story log structure with several outbuildings at sunset
Camp set up on a gravel bar along the river.
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Two hikers walk up stone steps in a narrow crevice between two slabs of stone.
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Bat gate installed in adit, Monte Cristo Zinc Mine 3, Buffalo National River, Arkansas.
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Visitors swimming near Skull Rock at Buffalo Point. Picryl description: Public domain photograph of National Park, nature, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.
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Pavilion #2 is available for reservation at Buffalo Point and is adjacent to the walk-in tent sites.
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picket fence surrounds cabin, shed and cistern
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Buffalo River bluff on a foggy morning Picryl description: Public domain photograph of National Park, nature, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.
View of river looking toward Blue Hole Picryl description: Public domain photograph of National Park, nature, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.
A yellow wildflower with 6 long, pointed petals and mottled leaves
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Floaters going by Buffalo Point and Painted Bluff.
The sun sets over an expansive view of the Ponca Wilderness from a narrow bluff ledge.
green shrub with long flower spikes
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There are 5 group sites at Buffalo Point that offer tent camping for groups of 10 - 25 people. Flush restrooms and showers are available. Group sites can be reserved at www.recreation.gov.
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Site B30 offers is in close proximity to the Buffalo Point Launch area where visitors like to swim.
Hikers enjoying a day out on the Lost Valley Trail.
A narrow trail through the golden woods
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