Ozarks / Buffalo National River

One of the most iconic and scenic swimming spots on the Buffalo National River, set beneath the towering Roark Bluff;

A peaceful swimming hole with bluff views and shaded gravel bars, ideal for families and those looking to unwind on

A classic, easily accessible stretch of the Buffalo River with two swimming areas — Pruitt Landing (sandy beach) and near

A unique, less-trafficked swimming spot with a striking bluff towering overhead and a shaded alcove at the water’s edge.

Deep pools along the upper Buffalo bordering the historic, scenic Boxley Valley, known for its resident elk herd.

A rugged, scenic lower-river access point with large slab rocks for basking and launching, plus a short hike to the

A well-loved swimming hole on the middle portion of the Buffalo River, below a forested bluff line.