Tyler Bend
Saint Joe, Arkansas
| Address: | 2642 Tyler Bnd Rd, St Joe, AR 72675, USA |
| GPS: |
35°59'14.2"N 92°45'32.3"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arkansas |
Canoe, Hike, Kayak, and Swim
Tyler Bend Campground is a beautiful campground and swimming area near the old bridge on Route 65. The campground provides beautiful views of Buffalo National River with the white and orange rock cliffs on the other side. This campground is a wonderful place to reconnect with nature and enjoy a comfortable camping trip.
The campground has 28 drive-in sites, 10 walk-in sites, 5 group sites and a pavilion that are all available for reservation year round. The campground has a restroom with showers, potable water and a dump station available for campers. Campsite fees apply in the on season, March 15th through November 14th, but camping is free the rest of the year.
Near the campground is a rocky beach leading into Buffalo National River. This area is open for swimming and fishing. There is a parking lot available for those who wish to access the river during the day without camping. Kayaking and Canoeing are also allowed on the river, with locations to put in and take out available near Tyler Bend Campground.
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Tyler Bend Campground - Buffalo National River (U.S. National Park Service)
The turn off to Tyler Bend Campground is off of Highway 65 about 30 miles south of Harrison and 15 miles north of Marshall, Arkansas. The campground is located near the Buffalo River, beyond the Tyler Bend Visitor Center. There are 28 drive in sites available for RVs or tents. No hookups available. There are 10 walk in tent only sites and 5 group sites. Flush restrooms, showers, and potable water are available. Fees charged March 15 - November 15.
https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/tyler-bend-campground.htmTyler Bend- Buffalo National River
Tyler Bend is a popular swimming hole and canoe launching site on the Buffalo National River. It is located between Marshall and St. Joe
https://lostintheozarks.com/tyler-bendBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Saint Joe, Arkansas
- Head northeast on State Hwy 374 toward US-65 N (16 ft)
- Turn right onto US-65 S (5.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Tyler Bnd Rd (2.4 mi)
- Turn right onto Co Rd 281 (0.2 mi)
- Turn left to stay on Co Rd 281Destination will be on the right(0.1 mi)
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