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Kapark Trailhead

Deer, Arkansas · Newton County · Facility

Provides access to the Upper Buffalo Wilderness.Driving directions: From Fallsville, take AR Hwy 21 east for about 1.25 miles to Forest Road 1463; turn north on Forest Service Rd 1463 and travel 6 miles, crossing the Buffalo River, (once across the River, the road changes designation to FS Rd 1410). Just before the riv…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Kapark Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High93°F
Avg Low74°F
Peak Rain Chance12%
Humidity59%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality62 · Moderate
Today
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Rain Showers
91°/74°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
6:17 AM8:23 PM
Mon
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Overcast
95°/75°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
6:17 AM8:22 PM
Tue
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Overcast
97°/78°
💧 2%🌬 11mph
6:18 AM8:21 PM
Wed
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Overcast
95°/75°
💧 12%🌬 10mph
6:19 AM8:21 PM
Thu
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Heavy Drizzle
89°/70°
💧 5%🌬 10mph
6:20 AM8:20 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Kapark Trailhead

Provides access to the Upper Buffalo Wilderness.Driving directions: From Fallsville, take AR Hwy 21 east for about 1.25 miles to Forest Road 1463; turn north on Forest Service Rd 1463 and travel 6 miles, crossing the Buffalo River, (once across the River, the road changes designation to FS Rd 1410). Just before the river crossing is a small parking area and dispersed camping location known as Dixon Ford.

Plan Your Visit to Kapark Trailhead

Heading to Kapark Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Kapark Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Kapark Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/241333) for the latest entry policy and availability.