Length: 75.09 mi
Est. time: 32h 18m
Gain: 14,617 ft
Loss: 14,661 ft
Max elev: 1,793 ft
Elevation profile
+14,617 ft gain · −14,661 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Steel Creek Campground (Campground)
Hike the Buffalo River Trail - Woolum to Dillards Ferry
⏱ To hike the entire length, multiple days may be necessary. For shorter sections, plan on 45-60 minutes per mile.
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Hike the Buffalo River Trail - Boxley to Pruitt
⏱ Hikers may choose to spend a few hours or a few days on the Buffalo River Trail. At 37 miles long, this is a popular thru-hiking trail is typically done in 3 to 5 days. Day hikers may access the trail from several locations for shorter out-and-back or point-to-point hikes.
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Hike the Buffalo River Trail - Woolum to Tyler Bend
⏱ <ul> <li>Distance (one way): 11.4 miles</li> <li>Duration (one way): At least one full day, two days recommended.</li> <li>Elevation Change: 550 feet</li> </ul>
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Buffalo River Trail + Buffalo River Trail, Old River Trail
75.2 mi · +14,635 ft · ~32.4 hr (est.)
Buffalo River Trail + Old River Trail
97.2 mi · +16,483 ft · ~40.6 hr (est.)
Plan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.