Zip Over to the Canopy Tours!
While the Upper Buffalo National River is presently too low for floating, you can still have a fabulous outdoor adventure on our Buffalo River Canopy Tour! More than a zip line, this nature excursion is 2 hours of non-stop, high-flying fun through the lofty treetops of Buffalo River country. It’s an authentic wilderness adventure and the only zip line adventure of its kind in mid-America! Click below for more information, including video and our 2017 tour schedule!
The water level on the upper Buffalo National River is currently to low to float. We will update you once the water leverl returns to a floatable level.
First time to paddle the Buffalo? Check out our handy "Before You Float" FAQ!
Boxley
River Level
1.42 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
5.49 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 20, 2017, 9:27 a.m.
Ponca
River Level
1.91 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
2.24 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 20, 2017, 9:27 a.m.
Pruitt
River Level
2.96 ft
Very Low
Last Updated: Sept. 20, 2017, 9:27 a.m.
Carver
River Level
5.86 ft
Ample Water for Floating
Last Updated: Sept. 20, 2017, 9:27 a.m.
St. Joe
River Level
3.46 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
63.00 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 20, 2017, 9:27 a.m.
Harriet
River Level
2.70 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
103.00 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 20, 2017, 9:27 a.m.
Keep That Canoe Upright!
New to canoeing? Build your paddling confidence with our short video of tips on how not to turn over!
Advance Canoe / Kayak / Raft Reservations
An advance reservation for a canoe, kayak or raft is always a good idea, as springtime float trips are very popular here on the upper Buffalo National River, especially on weekends. If you are planning to float on a weekend in April, May or June, we encourage you to reserve your boats now as last-minute rentals are usually hard to come by.
Floating With Kids
Check out our helpful "FLOATING SAFETY TIPS" page for some important things to consider before paddling the Buffalo National River with children. BE AWARE: ARKANSAS LAW REQUIRES that children 12 years old and younger must wear a USCG–approved PFD securely fastened to their persons at all times while on any vessel.
Buffalo Outdoor Center is authorized within Buffalo National River to provide canoe, kayak and raft rentals and transportation services.