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SaveBuffalo River trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes creeks. Common trail features include rollers, drops and jumps.
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Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
10 trails
- E-Bike
8 trails
- Hike
1 trails
- Trail Running
1 trails
Region Details
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- 1
Region Status
Caution as of Oct 18, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 10
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 10
- Trails E-Bike
- 8
- Trails Hike
- 1
- Trails Trail Running
- 1
- Total Distance
- 10 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 7 miles
- Total Descent
- 3,136 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,244 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,324 ft
- Reports
- 44
- Photos
- 35
- Completed Counter
- 1,955
Popular Buffalo River Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 3,904 ft • 194 ft • 403 •
These two trails, which are connected by a dirt road, will get you back to the Buffalo Outdoor Center. This is where you earn your shuttle runs, so expect some climbing.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 1,217 ft • 0 ft • 369 •
Fun little finish to the trail that takes you back to the parking lot, nothing too difficult or technical.
• 70 ★ 4.5 • 1,509 ft • 0 ft • 335 •
At a third of a mile, this is the shortest downhill trail on the mountain. It’s also a good place to start if you want to get a feel for the terrain. You won’t find any big features, but narrow single track, plenty of boulders and...
• 80 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 26 ft • 316 •
If you combine them, these trails add up to nearly six miles and 1,300 feet of descending. They’re a great place to start for riders who are just getting into gravity-driven riding, but the rocks and flowy rollers that can be turned...
• 60 ★ 4.0 • 2,707 ft • 9 ft • 291 •
Good introduction to the bench cut rock features that you will encounter later on in the black trails on the mountain.
• 50 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 46 ft • 246 •
If you combine them, these trails add up to nearly six miles and 1,300 feet of descending. They’re a great place to start for riders who are just getting into gravity-driven riding, but the rocks and flowy rollers that can be turned...
• 40 ★ 4.0 • 2,234 ft • 3 ft • 235 •
The trail begins with an off-camber on-and-off rock feature that sets the tone for the rest of the descent. If you forego the alternate line, be on the lookout for a tight and steep roll in into a gap drop.
• 30 ★ 4.4 • 2 miles • 31 ft • 217 •
At two miles, not only is this the longest sustained downhill on the mountain, but it’s also packed with off-camber rock gardens, challenging doubles and plenty of steep and twisty bits. You’ll also have to keep your eyes peeled for...
Buffalo River Mountain Bike Routes
2,234 ft • 9 ft • 1 • Point to Point •
LOCAL TIP: This descent is technical and rocky, with optional drops and rock-slab rolls. Be sure to scout...
18 miles • 2,399 ft • 9 • Race •
Welcome to the 2026 AR Summer Shuttle Series! The Gravity Feed is excited to bring you shredders a proper...
Photos of Buffalo River Mountain Bike
Videos of Buffalo River Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Upper Buffalo River Run | Oct 18, 2026 @ 12:22pm (America/Chicago) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | KC-Trailhawk | ||
| Lower Ponca Creek Connector | Oct 18, 2026 @ 12:22pm (America/Chicago) Oct 18, 2026 | Dry | KC-Trailhawk | ||
| Upper Ponca Creek Connector | Oct 18, 2026 @ 12:22pm (America/Chicago) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | KC-Trailhawk | ||
| Lower Buffalo River Run | Oct 18, 2026 @ 12:22pm (America/Chicago) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | KC-Trailhawk | ||
| Lower Miner's Downhill | Oct 18, 2026 @ 12:22pm (America/Chicago) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | KC-Trailhawk | ||
| White Lightning | Aug 18, 2026 @ 11:04pm (America/Chicago) Aug 18, 2026 | Dry | Bortlethetortle | ||
| Upper Miner's Downhill | Oct 19, 2025 @ 9:17am (America/Indiana/Vincennes) Oct 19, 2025 | Ideal | robbiethetrailtroll OORC | ||
| White Lightning Alt. Line | Oct 19, 2025 @ 9:17am (America/Indiana/Vincennes) Oct 19, 2025 | Ideal | robbiethetrailtroll OORC | ||
| Mule Kicker | Dec 3, 2024 @ 5:54am Dec 3, 2024 | Dry | alece | ||
| Skull Crusher | Aug 7, 2022 @ 7:01am Aug 7, 2022 | Dry | tbubier |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| jswatts | ridden | trail | activity #107427215 | Nov 8, 2026 @ 8:03am Nov 8, 2026 |
| KC-Trailhawk | add | report | activity #106161781 and 4 more | Oct 18, 2026 @ 1:17pm Oct 18, 2026 |
| Bortlethetortle | add | report | activity #101820004 | Aug 18, 2026 @ 9:06pm Aug 18, 2026 |
| Deblayden | wishlist | region | activity #96727739 | Jun 11, 2026 @ 4:11am Jun 11, 2026 |
| supermario22 | update | route | activity #95664804 | May 27, 2026 @ 3:25pm May 27, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | As I mentioned with the Lower… NOT an out... | Oct 1, 2022 @ 9:09pm Oct 1, 2022 | ||
| trail | Don’t make the mistake I made and climb... | Oct 1, 2022 @ 9:05pm Oct 1, 2022 | ||
| trail | Just rode this and was quite disappointed...... | Apr 19, 2022 @ 11:37am Apr 19, 2022 | ||
| trail | Had me gassed | Apr 5, 2022 @ 11:55am Apr 5, 2022 | ||
| trail | Chunky is the best way to describe it. Fun... | Aug 21, 2021 @ 6:14pm Aug 21, 2021 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Canyon Ranch | 7 | 12 | 4 | 4.8 km | |
| Upper Buffalo Head Waters | 4 | 9 | 4 | 14.8 km | |
| North Arkansas College Bike Park | 2 | 1 | 20.4 km | ||
| Pension Mountain | 4 | 5 | 1 | 22 km | |
| Black Bass Lake | 4 | 2 | 32.4 km |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 10 | 10 miles | 3,136 ft | 7 miles | 1,243 ft | #5,021 | #26 | 34 | 44 | 3 | 708 | |
| E-Bike | 8 | 8 miles | 2,392 ft | 6 miles | 1,243 ft | #7,768 | #40 | 41 | 1 | 56 | ||
| Hike | 1 | 2,707 ft | 138 ft | 1,867 ft | 138 ft | #22,944 | #112 | 1 | 30 | 37 | ||
| Trail Running | 1 | 2,707 ft | 138 ft | 1,867 ft | 138 ft | #22,071 | #107 | 30 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Buffalo River?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Buffalo River are:
- White Lightning Alt. Line (4.3/5)
- Mule Kicker (4.2/5)
- Skull Crusher (4.1/5)
- Lower Miner's Downhill (4.1/5)
- Lower Buffalo River Run (4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Buffalo River?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Buffalo River are:
- October (10 activities)
- April (8 activities)
- March (8 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Buffalo River?
There are 2 parking locations listed in Buffalo River. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Buffalo River?
The longest trail in Buffalo River is Upper Buffalo River Run at 2.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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How many trails are in Buffalo River?
Buffalo River has a total of 10 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Buffalo River to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Buffalo River?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Buffalo River is Upper Ponca Creek Connector with 194 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Buffalo River?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Buffalo River is Lower Buffalo River Run with 754 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Buffalo River?
Buffalo River supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Buffalo River?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Buffalo River is Upper Ponca Creek Connector with an average grade of 4.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Buffalo River?
The overall region status for Buffalo River is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 10 trails:
- Clear / Green: 6
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in Buffalo River?
Yes, Buffalo River supports e-bike riding. There are 8 trails in Buffalo River that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Buffalo River?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Buffalo River are: View all mountain biking routes in Buffalo River.
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What type of bike is most common in Buffalo River?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Buffalo River are:
- AM (4 activities)
- XC (3 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Buffalo River?
The most popular Strava segments in Buffalo River are:
- Suck it up ButterCup (1,330 athletes)
- Slalom (1,161 athletes)
- Lower Buffalo River DH (1,113 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Buffalo River?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Buffalo River are:
- Upper Ponca Creek Connector
- Lower Ponca Creek Connector
- Lower Buffalo River Run
- Lower Miner's Downhill
- White Lightning
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