Buffalo National River offers nearly 150 miles of free-flowing river for canoeing or rafting. Outfitters can provide you with all the necessary items to enjoy a float down this scenic river. Ozark National Forest covers more than a million acres of hardwood forest and gently rolling mountains. There are numerous public campgrounds that offer campsites for tents and recreational vehicles. You'll also find many areas for enjoying a picnic.
Hiking trails are plentiful through the national forest.
The 160-mile Ozark Highlands National Recreation Trail passes through the forest. In the Alum Cove picnic area is a short one-mile trail that leads to Alum Cove Natural Bridge. This 130-foot natural bridge was carved out of the solid rock by a small stream. The southern portion of the route passes through Ouachita National Forest. Like the Ozark National Forest, there are numerous camping and picnicking areas.