Buffalo National River, one of the few remaining un-dammed rivers in the lower 48 states, flows freely for 135 miles through northern Arkansas. Pets are allowed in the park, but there are many restrictions for the safety of the park resources, wildlife, and other visitors. All park trails are closed to pets with the exception of the following: the section of trail between Ponca and Steel Creek; the Villines Homestead Trail at Ponca; the Mill Creek Trail; the Tyler Bend Campground trails (Spring Hollow, Buck Ridge, and Rock Wall in the Middle District); and all three Buffalo Point Campground trails (Forest Trail, Overlook Trail, and Campground Trail in the Lower District). Pets are allowed in all campgrounds, on the river, and on the gravel bars, but must be under physical control at all times. Pets are not allowed in any government buildings, caves, on most park trails, or within designated wilderness areas with the exception of gravel bars along the river corridor.
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