- Miles
- 9.5
- Duration
- 5–6 hours
- District
- Lower
- Skill
- Beginner
The final stretch of the Buffalo, ending where it meets the White River at Buffalo City. Quiet, remote water through the Lower Buffalo Wilderness — the most reliable floating on the river.
Highlights
- •Confluence with the White River
- •Wilderness paddling
- •Reliable year-round levels
Current conditions · Lower district
LowMarginal — lots of dragging through shoals
Heads up: water is on the low side for this run. Expect dragging in shallow shoals — consider a shorter trip or wait for rain.
Source: Buffalo River near Harriet · all gauges
River alerts
Get a text or email when the St. Joe (Lower District) section is in the ideal range
No spam, no newsletter. One short message when the river hits go, plus a high-water warning if it spikes.
Outfitters that service this float
Local outfitters offering rentals and shuttles for the Lower District.
- Wild Bill's Outfitter
Canoe, kayak & raft rentals, shuttles, lodging
23 Hwy 268 E, Yellville, AR 72687
- Buffalo River Float Service
Canoe & kayak rentals, shuttles
11637 AR-14, Yellville, AR 72687
