It's Almost Time For The Explosion Of Fall Foliage Around Arkansas' Buffalo National River And We Can't Wait
By Carol Ann Carson|Published October 23, 2020
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Carol Ann Carson
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Arkansas native, Carol Ann Carson, has written for OnlyInYourState for three years now. She resides in Western Arkansas' Mountain Frontier but calls NWA home as well. The graduate of University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, Carol Ann earned her B.A. in English and will soon be pursing her M.A. in Library Science. She loves exploring the trails around the Buffalo National River and has yet to find a waterfall that wasn't her favorite.
Fall is upon us but in a few weeks, we’ll be at the peak for the colorful foliage in Arkansas. There’s no better place to see it than at the Buffalo National River! This year-round treasure is a worthwhile sight in any season but we’re particularly captivated with the fall foliage. Let’s explore this area and see what to expect during the peak colors:
Fall is always a beautiful time to enjoy an Arkansas forest or two. One place that offers nearly-endless fall scenery is around the Buffalo National River.
The peak fall colors are expected to hit around the last week of October and early November. You can sign up for weekly fall foliage updates for the state on the official Arkansas tourism website.
Although the river is certainly the focal point for the area, there's plenty of trails too!
Taking a paddle trip down the Buffalo is one gorgeous way to take in the surrounding trees, but not the only one! Buffalo Point Trail, the Goat Trail, or Hemmed-in Hollow all offer jaw-dropping views for hikers. Pick a path that best fits your skill level and prepare to be floored by the foliage. You can see all the trails in the area right here.
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The waterfalls in the area are another must-visit.
One of the prettiest areas is the Lost Valley Trail. The forgotten state park features Eden Falls. This stunning waterfall is even more enchanting during the color change.
The trees are framed quite nicely when you're looking out from the Indian Rock House Cave. This trail is a wonderful intertwining of nature and history within the Buffalo National River area. It's even more of a must-hike during the fall!
So you've paddled and hiked, but have you ziplined through the Buffalo? The Buffalo Outdoor Center has a two-hour canopy tour that's simply divine in the fall time. You can learn more about the adventure in this article.
Wherever you decide to explore at the Buffalo National River, you'll be rewarded this fall!
Don't forget, November is also the best time to view the Buffalo's wild elk herd! All you need to do now is pick a campsite or cabin to maximize your time in this soon-to-be stunning fall foliage.
What’s your favorite season to visit the Buffalo National River? Tell us about your trips in the comments below! You can always share your photos inour Facebook group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature.
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