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Buffalo National River Boxley Valley Area Improvement Plan Progresses

By & • Sep 4, 2020
  • Boxley Valley Area map where certain sites which will be improved for public use.
    Boxley Valley Area map where certain sites which will be improved for public use.
    Courtey / National Park Service

After several years of comprehensive planning, the Buffalo National River is in the final stages of drawing up visitor service improvements for the Boxley Valley area. According to Buffalo National River Public Information Officer Cassie Branstetter, the plan has completed enviromental review. Historic Boxley Valley is popular for both floating and elk viewing. 

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