## Overview

The Ozark Pavilion sits in the middle of the Ozark Campground near the
impressive bluffs of the Buffalo River. Bring a picnic lunch or pack up your
grill for a day of fresh air and outdoor activities.  
  
The big river isn't just a picturesque backdrop for your picnic - it also
offers an array of river sports like canoeing, kayaking, tubing, swimming and
fishing.

## Recreation

The Buffalo River Trailhead is next to the pavilion. The scenic trail spans a
massive 36.5 miles (59 km) of the Buffalo River from Boxely to Pruitt, and is
ideal for hiking or backpacking.  
  
  
Peak season for canoeing, kayaking and tubing is spring to early summer.

## Facilities

The Buffalo River Trailhead is next to the pavilion. The scenic trail spans a
massive 36.5 miles (59 km) of the Buffalo River from Boxely to Pruitt, and is
ideal for hiking or backpacking.  
  
  
Peak season for canoeing, kayaking and tubing is spring to early summer.

## Natural Features

The pavilion is located along the Buffalo National River with views of lush
forests and high, riverside limestone bluffs. It is one of the few free-
flowing rivers remaining in the contiguous U.S., with 135 miles (217 km) of
undammed waters. It cuts through the Arkansas Ozarks to reach its final
destination at the White River.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby town of Jasper offers restaurants, gas stations and groceries. The
Hilary Jones Wildlife Museum and Elk Center is just north of Jasper. It
features displays of elk, white-tailed deer and ducks, as well as freshwater
aquariums, wildlife paintings and a gift shop.

## Charges & Cancellations

Please visit the Recreation.gov Rules and Reservation Policies page.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Ozark Pavilion sits in the middle of the Ozark Campground near the impressive bluffs of the Buffalo River. Bring a picnic lunch or pack up your grill for a day of fresh air and outdoor activities.<br/>
<br/>
The big river isn't just a picturesque backdrop for your picnic - it also offers an array of river sports like canoeing, kayaking, tubing, swimming and fishing.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Buffalo River Trailhead is next to the pavilion. The scenic trail spans a massive 36.5 miles (59 km) of the Buffalo River from Boxely to Pruitt, and is ideal for hiking or backpacking.<br><br><br>Peak season for canoeing, kayaking and tubing is spring to early summer.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Buffalo River Trailhead is next to the pavilion. The scenic trail spans a massive 36.5 miles (59 km) of the Buffalo River from Boxely to Pruitt, and is ideal for hiking or backpacking.<br><br><br>Peak season for canoeing, kayaking and tubing is spring to early summer.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The pavilion is located along the Buffalo National River with views of lush forests and high, riverside limestone bluffs. It is one of the few free-flowing rivers remaining in the contiguous U.S., with 135 miles (217 km) of undammed waters. It cuts through the Arkansas Ozarks to reach its final destination at the White River.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby town of Jasper offers restaurants, gas stations and groceries. The Hilary Jones Wildlife Museum and Elk Center is just north of Jasper. It features displays of elk, white-tailed deer and ducks, as well as freshwater aquariums, wildlife paintings and a gift shop.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Please visit the Recreation.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservation Policies</a> page.</p>

Ozark Pavilion within the Ozark Campground

Ozark Pavilion Oct. 2021

Ozark Pavilion with electricity available

Ozark Pavilion electricity available

Ozark Pavilion

Ozark Pavilion is re-servable online at recreation.gov

View of Ozark Pavilion

Several picnic tables under the Ozark Pavilion with campsites in background

Ozark Pavilion Interior

Grill with water spigot, flush toilet and pit toilet in background

## Overview

Steel Creek Campground is situated along the Buffalo River under the towering
and picturesque Roark Bluff. One section of the campground offers 26 walk-in
tent sites and another section of the campground offers 14 sites for those
camping with horses. Half of the sites in the campground are available for
reservations. Steel Creek is located about 3 miles (5 km) east of Ponca, just
off Highway 74.

## Recreation

Floating conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National
River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper
river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent
rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river
are technical and should not be attempted by novices. For current floating
conditions, please check with an outfitter (visit our Guided Services web page
), call the Steel Creek Ranger Station at 870-861-2570, or check the USGS
Buffalo River Floating Conditions web page.

## Facilities

Floating conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National
River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper
river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent
rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river
are technical and should not be attempted by novices. For current floating
conditions, please check with an outfitter (visit our Guided Services web page
), call the Steel Creek Ranger Station at 870-861-2570, or check the USGS
Buffalo River Floating Conditions web page.

## Natural Features

The Buffalo National River flows free over swift running rapids and quiet
pools for its 135-mile (217 km) length. One of the few remaining rivers in the
lower 48 states without dams, the Buffalo cuts its way through massive
limestone bluffs traveling eastward through the Arkansas Ozarks and into the
White River.

## Nearby Attractions

The Buffalo River Trail runs through Steel Creek and offers great day hiking
or overnight backcountry opportunities.

Boxley Valley is nearby and is home to Lost Valley, an easy to moderate trail
that leads hikers past geologic and water formations. Call the Steel Creek
Ranger Station at 870-861-2570 or visit the park's Hiking Trails web page for
more information..

## Charges & Cancellations

rules and reservation policies

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Steel Creek Campground is situated along the Buffalo River under the towering and picturesque Roark Bluff. One section of the campground offers 26 walk-in tent sites and another section of the campground offers 14 sites for those camping with horses. Half of the sites in the campground are available for reservations. Steel Creek is located about 3 miles (5 km) east of Ponca, just off Highway 74.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Floating conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river are technical and should not be attempted by novices. For current floating conditions, please check with an outfitter (visit our <a href="https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/guided-services.htm" rel="nofollow">Guided Services web page</a> ), call the Steel Creek Ranger Station at 870-861-2570, or check the <a href="https://ar.water.usgs.gov/buffaloriver/" rel="nofollow">USGS Buffalo River Floating Conditions web page.</a>   </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Floating conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river are technical and should not be attempted by novices. For current floating conditions, please check with an outfitter (visit our <a href="https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/guided-services.htm" rel="nofollow">Guided Services web page</a> ), call the Steel Creek Ranger Station at 870-861-2570, or check the <a href="https://ar.water.usgs.gov/buffaloriver/" rel="nofollow">USGS Buffalo River Floating Conditions web page.</a>   </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Buffalo National River flows free over swift running rapids and quiet pools for its 135-mile (217 km) length. One of the few remaining rivers in the lower 48 states without dams, the Buffalo cuts its way through massive limestone bluffs traveling eastward through the Arkansas Ozarks and into the White River.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Buffalo River Trail runs through Steel Creek and offers great day hiking or overnight backcountry opportunities. </p>
<p>Boxley Valley is nearby and is home to Lost Valley, an easy to moderate trail that leads hikers past geologic and water formations. Call the Steel Creek Ranger Station at 870-861-2570 or visit the park's <a href="https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/hiking-trails.htm" rel="nofollow">Hiking Trails web page</a>  for more information..</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">rules and reservation policies</a> </p>

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Main walk-in camping area at Steel Creek Campground.

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The roads , horse camp, and river area of the Steel Creek area.

View of the Steel Creek area from the Buffalo River Trail

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Steel Creek Campground

Established in 1972, Buffalo National River flows freely for 135 miles and is
one of the few remaining undammed rivers in the lower 48 states. Once you
arrive, prepare to journey from running rapids to quiet pools while surrounded
by massive bluffs as you cruise through the Ozark Mountains down to the White
River.

Established in 1972, Buffalo National River flows freely for 135 miles and is one of the few remaining undammed rivers in the lower 48 states. Once you arrive, prepare to journey from running rapids to quiet pools while surrounded by massive bluffs as you cruise through the Ozark Mountains down to the White River.

Ozark Pavilion

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