MARSHALL AIR TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Above the Upper Buffalo: A skyward passage past Skull Bluff and Hemmed‑in Hollow
A short air tour departing Boone County Regional Airport that soars the upper Buffalo River to showcase iconic bluffs, swimming holes and wildlife — this guide explains the route, standout views, and key limits to plan your flight.
Above the Upper Buffalo: A skyward passage past Skull Bluff and Hemmed‑in Hollow.
From takeoff at Boone County Regional Airport you climb into a view that runs the length of the upper Buffalo River — a ribbon of water carving through limestone bluffs and forest. The Upper Buffalo River Air Tour traces the river’s most iconic features, putting Skull Bluff, Hemmed in Hollow and the river’s swimming holes into a sweepingly compact aerial narrative.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Skull Bluff and Hemmed‑in Hollow from above
The tour delivers close, elevated views of the river’s signature cliffs and hollows — the kinds of geological features that define the upper Buffalo River’s dramatic corridor.
Spot swimmers and wildlife in river clearings
Part of the ride’s appeal is watching activity along the river: swimming holes, small congregations of people, and wildlife visible from the air against the river’s channels and banks.
Aerial perspective on America’s first National River
The flight presents a continuous view of more than 55 miles of the Buffalo River, making it possible to take in the upper river’s overall scale and how its bluffs, bends and tributaries fit together from above.
What the day feels like
What the flight feels like
You depart Boone County Regional Airport near Harrison and quickly move over Woolum toward Skull Bluff and the Nars, then onward past Big Bluff and Hemmed in Hollow. The pilot follows the upper river corridor — passing Kyle’s Landing, Steel Creek and Ponca — before reaching the river’s start near Boxley Bridge and returning to Harrison. The route condenses the region’s best river scenery into a single aerial loop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who the tour suits — and who should be cautious.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Flights depart from Boone County Regional Airport in Harrison, AR.
Maximum of 3 people with a combined weight limit of 550 pounds.
The tour is offered by Buffalo River Air Tours and covers the upper Buffalo River corridor.
No specific gear requirements are listed in the provided information.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the Upper Buffalo River Air Tour depart from?
Departures are from Boone County Regional Airport in Harrison, Arkansas.
What sights will we see on the flight?
The flight soars over the upper Buffalo River and highlights iconic features such as Skull Bluff and Hemmed in Hollow, and offers opportunities to spot swimmers and wildlife.
How many people can be on the flight?
The tour has a maximum of 3 people with a combined weight limit of 550 pounds.
Does the route include Ponca and Boxley Bridge?
Yes — the route includes an aerial view of Ponca and reaches the river’s start near Boxley Bridge before returning to Harrison.
How much of the Buffalo River will we see?
The tour showcases the upper Buffalo River, offering continuous views that encompass more than 55 miles of the river’s corridor.
Will we be able to see people swimming or wildlife from the plane?
Yes — the tour description notes that swimmers and wildlife are commonly visible from the air along the river and its swimming holes.