TravelWorld International Magazine Fall 2022
The magazine written and photographed by North American Travel Journalists Association members. The magazine written and photographed by North American Travel Journalists Association members.
The old barn at Boxley Valley is a treasured landmark. he Buffalo National River protects 135 miles of the 151-mile river that flows from high in the Boston Mountains to its confluence with the White River, descending almost 2,000 feet along the way. Two Arkansas state parks – Buffalo Point and Lost Valley – were transferred to the park service to became part of the new national park. The historic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) cabins at Buffalo Point are especially popular with visitors. An eagle soars over Boxley Valley in the Buffalo National River. The Buffalo is usually divided into three sections for recreation purposes -- upper, middle and lower. Typically, the float season begins in spring with plenty of water to float the upper section on down. Spring rains produce whitewater rapids in the challenging upper section. As the season progresses and the river level drops, the floating options move downstream. Because the Buffalo is mostly rainfall dependent, it’s a good idea to check with local outfitters for current conditions in the section you want to float or fish. To avoid crowds, go on weekdays. 8 The restored elk herd at Boxley Valley near the Buffalo River is a year-round tourist attraction. You might tend to think of the Buffalo as a summer destination, because floating and fishing are the primary activities. But the Buffalo is spectacular in the fall -- as well as in winter and spring. Each season brings its own special beauty and outdoor activities. Canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, camping, backpacking, horseback riding -- you can do it all, year round. Hiking is exceptional, with more than 100 miles of maintained trails. Hiking is especially popular from November through March, when the ticks and snakes are not active. The restored elk herd near Ponca is a big draw throughout the year, but especially in October and November in Boxley Valley and at the Elk Festival in Jasper in June. The Ponca Elk Education Center sponsors the Color Fest in Ponca each October (Oct. 21-22 this year). Be sure to allow time for a scenic drive on Highway 7, especially at the height of the fall foliage.
Wild and Scenic Portion rkansas is also the proud home of eight wild and scenic rivers, including a portion of the Buffalo River. Its upper 16 miles are part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System that’s managed by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). This segment begins at the river’s headwaters in the Boston Mountains and flows through the Upper Buffalo Wilderness to the boundary of the Ozark National Forest. From the forest boundary, the remaining 135 miles of the river, to its confluence with the White River, are managed by the National Park Service. The USFS upper portion is the river at its wildest and most primitive. The scenery is spectacular, with sharp and steep ridges and bluffs, large rock outcroppings, waterfalls, canyons, and caves. Hiking, backpacking, and camping are the most popular uses. The route to iconic Whitaker Point, also known as Hawksbill Crag, is the only designated hiking trail, but a system of old logging roads provides an informal network of trails for hiking and horseback riding. No matter what season or what angle, Whitaker Point is always photogenic. The still, clear waters of the Buffalo National River reflect the surrounding bluffs. This uppermost section of the river is definitely not for beginners. Even experienced whitewater boaters will find it a challenge. After spring rains, the swollen upper river is rated Class III-IV in difficulty, and it has an average drop of 38 feet per mile. “A person needs a lot of whitewater experience,” said Mills, who has probably floated and hiked the upper section of the river as many times as anyone. “You have to be able to run blindly or follow someone who knows how. You have to be able to navigate and do a strong roll. If you’re a whitewater boater, it is great fun. If not, it can turn into a nightmare.” Because of the difficulty of this upper segment of the river, most visitors will opt to float the lower parts of the Buffalo. Be sure to consult an outfitter or a park ranger about weather conditions and the suggested section of the river to suit your abilities. The fall colors reflect a mirror image along the lower portion of the Buffalo National River in Arkansas. 9
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The old barn at<br />
Boxley Valley is a<br />
treasured landmark.<br />
he Buffalo National River protects<br />
135 miles of the 151-mile river<br />
that flows from high in the Boston<br />
Mountains to its confluence with the<br />
White River, descending almost 2,000<br />
feet along the way. Two Arkansas<br />
state parks – Buffalo Point and Lost<br />
Valley – were transferred to the park service<br />
to became part of the new national park.<br />
The historic Civilian Conservation Corps<br />
(CCC) cabins at Buffalo Point are especially<br />
popular with visitors.<br />
An eagle soars over<br />
Boxley Valley in the<br />
Buffalo National River.<br />
The Buffalo is usually divided into<br />
three sections for recreation purposes --<br />
upper, middle and lower. Typically, the float<br />
season begins in spring with plenty of water<br />
to float the upper section on down. Spring<br />
rains produce whitewater rapids in the<br />
challenging upper section. As the season<br />
progresses and the river level drops, the<br />
floating options move downstream. Because<br />
the Buffalo is mostly rainfall dependent, it’s<br />
a good idea to check with local outfitters<br />
for current conditions in the section you<br />
want to float or fish. To avoid crowds, go on<br />
weekdays.<br />
8<br />
The restored elk herd at Boxley Valley near the<br />
Buffalo River is a year-round tourist attraction.<br />
You might tend to think of the<br />
Buffalo as a summer destination, because<br />
floating and fishing are the primary<br />
activities. But the Buffalo is spectacular in<br />
the fall -- as well as in winter and spring.<br />
Each season brings its own special beauty<br />
and outdoor activities. Canoeing, kayaking,<br />
fishing, hiking, camping, backpacking,<br />
horseback riding -- you can do it all, year<br />
round. Hiking is exceptional, with more<br />
than 100 miles of maintained trails. Hiking<br />
is especially popular from November<br />
through March, when the ticks and snakes<br />
are not active.<br />
The restored elk herd near Ponca<br />
is a big draw throughout the year, but<br />
especially in October and November in<br />
Boxley Valley and at the Elk Festival in<br />
Jasper in June. The Ponca Elk Education<br />
Center sponsors the Color Fest in Ponca<br />
each October (Oct. 21-22 this year). Be sure<br />
to allow time for a scenic drive on Highway<br />
7, especially at the height of the fall foliage.
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