Recreation area

Boen Gulf Trailhead

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests · Arkansas — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Provides access to the Upper Buffalo Wilderness. Driving directions: From Deer, take AR Hwy 16 west to the junction of AR Hwy 21. Take AR Hwy 21 north for 2 miles to FS Rd 1462 (Newton County Rd 6). Turn east on FS Rd 1462. Go 0.25 miles to the parking area located on the north side of the road, off a short spur.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • HUNTING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.