THE UPPER BUFFALO RIVER GREAT CIRCLE ROUTE

Highlights

• 164 mile Hike and Paddle starting at Tyler Bend Recreation Area
• This is a spring only hike and paddle
• This is a 14 day M/L Hike and Paddle
• You will hike all 59 miles of the BRT west section
• You will hike 14 miles of the BRT central section
• You will float 67 miles of the Buffalo River
• A 24 mile road walk connects The BRT western section to the BRT Eastern section at Woolum Ford.

The Trails

1. Starting at Tyler Bend Recreation Area
2. Hike 14 miles from Tyler Bend Recreation Area trailhead to Woolum trailhead of the BRT central section.
3. Hike all 59 miles from Woolum trailhead to Ponca landing of the BRT west section.
4. Float 67 miles of the Buffalo River from Ponca landing to Tyler Bend Recreation Area

River levels can change drastically and quickly on the Buffalo River depending on rainfall, making passage and maneuverability more difficult. During high water conditions this river can be treacherous. The upper Buffalo River is not floatable in late summer and fall.

Coordinate with outfitter at Buffalo Outdoor Center or other outfitter along the river to have canoe waiting at Ponca landing.

Buffalo Outdoor Center
phone: (870) 861-5514