Due to an ever-changing rain forecast and inevitably not receiving the rain we had originally expected over the past couple days, the Upper Buffalo River has now reached a level that is no longer conducive for floating. We had hoped to be able to float through the holiday weekend, but will unfortunately be halting canoe and kayak rentals at this time.
Boxley
River Level
1.64 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
6.35 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 21, 2020, 3:11 p.m.
Ponca
River Level
1.57 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
9.96 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 21, 2020, 3:11 p.m.
Pruitt
River Level
3.41 ft
Very Low
Flow Rate
15.10 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 21, 2020, 3:11 p.m.
Carver
River Level
6.02 ft
Very Low
Last Updated: Sept. 21, 2020, 3:11 p.m.
St. Joe
River Level
3.57 ft
Low but Floatable
Flow Rate
98.90 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 21, 2020, 3:11 p.m.
Harriet
River Level
3.07 ft
Low but Floatable
Flow Rate
153.00 cf/s
Last Updated: Sept. 21, 2020, 3:11 p.m.
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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.
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