Allow two to three hours for the 2.2 mile hike to see historic mining structures and mines. Please remember that the mines are in disrepair and extremely unsafe. Entering them is prohibited. Fencing and gates have been installed, but the specially designed gates allow ease of entrance for the resident bat population. There is primitive camping for visitors at Rush Landing and water and restrooms.
Sites are walk-in and equipped only with a cooking grill.
During float season, Rush Landing is a major river access point, so watch for heavy seasonal traffic. In fact, winter is an ideal time for hiking at Rush. The cooler temperatures, fewer pests, and more solitude give you greater opportunity to relax and steep yourself in the significance of this part of the history of the Buffalo River.