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Buffalo National River/Tyler Bend

The Buffalo National River Tyler Bend St. Joe area is located in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. It is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, offering a variety of activities such as canoeing, kayaking, fishing, camping, and hiking. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and bald eagles. The Buffalo River is the first National River in the United States, and is known for its clear, clean water and stunning scenery. Visitors can explore the area's many trails, including the Ozark Highlands Trail, the Buffalo River Trail, and the St. Joe River Trail. The area is also home to several historic sites, including the Tyler Bend Visitor Center, the Tyler Bend Campground, and the St. Joe Historic District.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• River
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Ramp
• Body Of Water (Buffalo National River)
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restrooms

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Boating
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Facility

• Type (Public Park)

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (28)
• Paved Sites (28)
• No Hookups (28)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Glenn Huff

September 02, 2025

Really enjoyed the interpretive center and the rangers were awesome, especially Anita, who has a fantastic story.

karen coady

August 18, 2025

Due to the heat we didn't stay long. The visitor center was nice and open on Sunday until 4pm. They have an old homestead you can check out, it's a .5 mile easy hike (don't take the trail from the visitor center, it's 1.5 miles). You can get your passport stamped.

Anik Gouala

May 17, 2025

Beautiful place to access buffalo river, hiking trails and informations!

Jesse N

April 20, 2025

Great place, enjoyed talking with the ranger. She is very knowledgeable and helpful. The restrooms were excellent and showers look nice for camping. I'll be back.

Carmen Jones

December 29, 2024

Beautiful area. Only stopped to stretch our legs but looked like a really nice place to camp. Will definitely visit this area again.

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