Buffalo Point

About

Buffalo Point Campground sits along the Buffalo National River in the Arkansas Ozarks, serving as the park's largest and most developed camping facility. Originally developed in the 1930s as Buffalo River State Park by the Civilian Conservation Corps, it now offers over 100 campsites ranging from full-hookup RV sites to primitive walk-in tent camping. The campground features five drive-in loops (A-E) with water and 30/50 amp electrical hookups, plus 21 walk-in tent sites and 5 group camping areas. Amenities include flush restrooms, hot showers, potable water, and a dump station approximately 1.5 miles away. Each site includes a picnic table, fire grate, and lantern hook. During peak season, an on-site restaurant operates (though currently closed for structural repairs). The campground is ideally positioned for exploring the Buffalo National River by canoe or kayak, fishing for smallmouth bass, and hiking trails including the Indian Rockhouse Trail which leads to a massive bluff shelter. The campground operates seasonally from mid-March through mid-November with full amenities. During winter months (November 15 - March 14), only Loop B remains open for free primitive camping with no water, electricity, or services. Two ADA-accessible sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Directions

From Yellville, AR: Take Highway 14 south approximately 14 miles to the junction with Highway 268. Buffalo Point Campground is about 3 miles east on Highway 268. From Little Rock: Take Highway 65 North to Marshall, turn right on Highway 27 North about 11 miles to Harriet, turn left on Highway 14 West for 14 miles to Highway 268 East, then turn right to Buffalo Point.