Every season is peak season when it comes to exploring, hiking, and taking in breathtaking views.The Holidays are upon us and with them come feasts and a constant supply of goodies, snacks, and desserts. Hike off those Christmas Calories and start your tour of this beautiful slice of the Ozarks. Get out, get active, and hit those step goals with these three awesome hikes. 

Ongoing rain in Buffalo River Country has kept the river levels up and beautiful for the past few weeks. The air is finally a little bit nippy, and conditions are ripening for perfect fall color viewing trips. The best time for finding the trees in the height of this display is late October to November, so it’s coming right up! Don’t wait to plan your fall trip - the leaves fall quickly!

Fall is creeping into the air here in Buffalo River Country. Shorter days, crisper nights, and new opportunities for adventure are here in a whole new light. The leaves are already falling and will soon begin to dress in their autumn colors, setting the mountains and the valleys ablaze with seasonal art. The fall is a beautiful time to camp, float, hike, and so much more. Use this list as a guide for your outings, and let your imagination do the rest!

Late summer settles down like a hazy veil upon the deep green waters of the river. The bugs shrill louder as if in protest of the heavy heat, and minnows dart in the ample shallows along the gravel. This part of the season slows everything to a peaceful pace, not only the river but the bustle around it. With most schools back in and the official rush of summer over, these elements come together to provide the perfect getaway opportunity.