Buffalo River cabins and canoeing in beautiful Ponca Arkansas

The Buffalo River is too LOW for float trips on the upper section here at Ponca. We recommend the middle or lower sections...

Map & Directions...

From Little Rock and South

Take I-40 West to Exit 64 at Lamar. Go west on Hwy 64, 9 miles to Ark Hwy 21 North and go 50 miles to Boxley. Then turn right onto Hwy 43 North to Ponca....BOC is 4.5 miles north on the left-hand side of the road.

From Springdale, Fayetteville, Tulsa & Rogers area

Take U.S. Hwy 412 East to Hwy 21 South to Boxley. Then take Hwy 43 North....BOC is 4.5 miles north in Ponca on the left hand side.

From Branson, Springfield, St. Louis and Kansas City area

Take U.S. Hwy 65 South to Harrison, AR. Take Hwy 7 South....just as you leave Harrison take Hwy 43 South. 25 miles later you will be in Ponca. The BOC office will be on the right.

From Memphis and North East Arkansas

Take Hwy 63 North to Hwy 412/62 West into Harrison, AR. Take Hwy 7 South and just as you are leaving Harrison, hit Hwy 43 South. Stay on Hwy 43 and 25 miles later you will be in Ponca. The BOC office will be on the right.

From Fort Smith, Dallas and the South East

Come North to Fort Smith. Take I-40 East to Clarksville, AR. Take Hwy 21 North to Boxley. You will then take Hwy 43 North into Ponca. The BOC office will be on the left.

The Buffalo National River and the surrounding Ozark Mountains create a scenic beauty which make the Ponca area the most beautiful place in Arkansas. And no one is more eager or qualified to help you discover the Buffalo River’s many beautiful places than Buffalo Outdoor Center!

Buffalo River Cabins
The scenery is beautiful, and so are our comfortable, completely furnished log cabins. You’ll find a wide range of cabins available, from romantic, intimate couple’s cabins to roomy cabins ideal for families. We're a favorite Arkansas resort for romantic getaways and family vacations.

Arkansas Weddings, Family Reunions, and Business Meetings
Groups will love our beautiful RiverWind Lodge with its outstanding Ozark Mountain top location and extra special amenities, such as the outdoor hot tub and covered campfire pavilion. It is an Arkansas getaway favorite for beautiful weddings, fun family reunions, and inspiring corporate retreats.

Canoe and Hike the Buffalo National River
The Buffalo River was chosen as America’s first national river in 1972, an honor held by only America’s finest rivers. We’ve been blessed to outfit on the Buffalo National River for over 35 years, so we’re highly qualified to help you make the most of your river trip, whether it’s a one-day outing or a multi-day camping adventure.

Elk Watching, Hiking & More!
There are all kinds of things to do and see in Buffalo River country, so let us help you plan activities that everyone in your party will enjoy!