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Riverview Trail – Buffalo River Viewpoint loop from Buffalo River State Park

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Riverview Trail – Buffalo River Viewpoint loop from Buffalo River State Park

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Riverview Trail – Buffalo River Viewpoint loop from Buffalo River State Park

02:06

8.23km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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276 m

Trailhead of the Buffalo River State Park Hiking Club Trail

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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has developed a Hiking Club program that features a trail in each of its 68 state parks and recreational areas (dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/clubs.html). Sometimes the trailhead …

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774 m

Riverview Trail

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The trail follows the Buffalo River through the grassland along its northern bank. Each season bring out a different side of the trail, so it's worth visiting multiple times throughout the year.

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7.23 km

Buffalo River Viewpoint

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Be sure to take this very short spur off the main trail for an excellent view over the Buffalo River. The reward is well worth the minimal effort.

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8.23 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.62 km

3.57 km

Surfaces

3.41 km

2.42 km

1.38 km

207 m

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Saturday 27 June

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17°C

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