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153 miles

Buffalo National River

The Buffalo, in northern Arkansas, was the first National River in the United States. The lower 135 miles are managed by the National Park Service.

N10 mi
Course of the river, simplified. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

River facts

Length153 miles

It is a popular camping, hiking, canoeing and fishing destination. The National River designation protects it from dams and other obstructions.

Listed fish are the species named for the river on its Wikipedia page. Check the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission for river-specific regulations before you fish.

Source: Buffalo National River (Wikipedia)

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