Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging

Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging Family-run outfitter on the Buffalo National River for 37 years! Based in Ponca, AR! Are you one of us? Plunge into the heart of the Buffalo Wilderness.
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Offering float trips, lodging, and well stocked General Store for all your adventure needs! Paddle the whitewater through the bluffs on America's first National River. Warm up to the view from your hot tub on the deck of a secluded mountain cabin. Relax around a wood-burning stove. Hike through Lost Valley, or follow the bluff trail to the swimming hole at Steel Creek. We value the pristine Buffal

o National River, and know its clear, jade Ozark waters are the reason you vacation here as well. When you visit Buffalo River Country, you'll discover why our customers are regulars, returning year after year to stay in our unique cabins, rustic bunkhouse, and pristine campground alongside Ponca Creek. At Lost Valley Canoe, we recycle and use river friendly products to keep the Buffalo beautiful. Join us in treasuring this national wonder!

06/01. At Ponca. 148 cfs (4 ft) on USGS gage:
06/02/2026

06/01. At Ponca. 148 cfs (4 ft) on USGS gage:

05/30/2026

Day Float: Steel Creek ➡️ Kyle’s Landing
Ideal Moderate Levels!
See you on the river! 🛶

📞 Call to book your trip: 870-861-5522

This weekend calls for a front-row seat to the beauty of the Buffalo National River! 🚣‍♂️
05/07/2026

This weekend calls for a front-row seat to the beauty of the Buffalo National River! 🚣‍♂️

05/01. Weather conditions and river levels are just perfect this weekend. We still have some boats available on Sunday. ...
05/01/2026

05/01. Weather conditions and river levels are just perfect this weekend. We still have some boats available on Sunday. Give us a call to reserve a boat or arrange shuttle - (870)861-5522.

Please remember that on Saturdays in May, all outfitters are required to launch at the Steel Creek access, rather than Ponca.

Water levels: https://nps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/3606e2401fdd428cbbdff9518cbe11af

04/26. Under Roark Bluff. 4.3 ft and 211 cfs on the USGS Ponca gage.
04/27/2026

04/26. Under Roark Bluff.

4.3 ft and 211 cfs on the USGS Ponca gage.

04/25/2026

04/25. 4.4 ft and 247 cfs on the Ponca USGS gage. Ample water level!

We still have some boat availability for tomorrow. (870) 861-5522.

04/23. 3.8 ft and 117 cfs on the Ponca USGS gage.
04/24/2026

04/23. 3.8 ft and 117 cfs on the Ponca USGS gage.

Today is Earth Day🌎A good reminder to slow down, get outside, and appreciate this beautiful place we get to enjoy every ...
04/22/2026

Today is Earth Day🌎
A good reminder to slow down, get outside, and appreciate this beautiful place we get to enjoy every day!

Address

HWY 43 #10
Ponca, AR
72670

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

(870) 861-5522

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