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Yellville
Skip Yellville unless you need a bed for the Buffalo National River or Bull Shoals Lake: a 30-min stop for the square, then go.
Yellville is a 1,200-person Ozarks town on US 62/412, best known for the Turkey Trot Festival and as a gateway to the Buffalo National River (17 mi south) and Bull Shoals Lake (14 mi northeast). The town itself has a courthouse square, a few shops and a B&B. Most travellers pass through in under an hour or stay one night to fish or float the river.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat and humidity), Jan–Feb (cold)
- Airports
- XNA · BKG
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Yellville911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Marion County Sheriff870-449-4236
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Yellville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyYellville is a low-crime rural town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 870-449-4236 Marion County Sheriff
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportXNA Northwest Arkansas National Airport (Fayetteville/Springdale) (About 1 h 15 min drive west via US 412).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (diner)$2–3
- Sit-down mealDinner (steak or catfish)$15–25
- Street or quick mealLunch (burger or sandwich)$8–12
- BeerBeer (bottle)$3–5
- Budget bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$70
- Mid-range bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$90
- High-end bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$130
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- XNA Northwest Arkansas National Airport (Fayetteville/Springdale) (About 1 h 15 min drive west via US 412) · BKG Branson Airport (Missouri) (About 1 h 15 min drive northeast)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Mar
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Apr
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest May (11 rain days), driest Jan (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Yellville: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
7 rd
Feb
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
7 rd
Mar
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
8 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Dec
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. US 62/412 is the main road; parking is free on the square.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Buffalo National River
goDoor to door: 30 min
Car south on AR 14 / AR 268, about 25 min
Canoe rentals and hiking trails; check NPS for water levels.
Bull Shoals Lake
goDoor to door: 25 min
Car northeast on US 62, about 20 min
Fishing, boating, and the Bull Shoals Dam visitor centre.
Eureka Springs
goDoor to door: 50 min
Car west on US 62, about 45 min
Victorian architecture and shops; a full day trip.
Branson, MO
goDoor to door: 1 h 10 min
Car north on US 65, about 1 h
Shows, theme parks and shopping.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Yellville town
One B&B (Red Raven Inn) and a few motels; book ahead during turkey season.
Flippin
7 mi NE, more chain motels and gas stations.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–150 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × US$90 | US$90 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Canoe rental (half day, Buffalo River)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| Gas (round trip from XNA, about 120 mi)1 × US$20 · check | US$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$40 |
| Trip total≈ US$220 per person per day, bed included | US$440 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (diner) | $2–3 |
| Lunch (burger or sandwich) | $8–12 |
| Dinner (steak or catfish) | $15–25 |
| Beer (bottle) | $3–5 |
| Motel room (double) | $70–130 |
| Canoe rental (half day) | $40–50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Turkey Trot weekend (mid-October) fills all rooms months ahead.
- Buffalo National River can flood after heavy rain; check NPS alerts.
- No Uber or taxi service in town — have your own wheels.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Marion County Sheriff
- 870-449-4236
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Marion County Sheriff870-449-4236
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- XNA → Yellville by car: about 1 h 15 min, 75 mi (check)
- Yellville → Buffalo River (Pruitt access): about 25 min, 17 mi
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- Howdy — Hello (how-dee)
- Thank you — Thank you (thank yew)
- Yeah / Naw — Yes / No (yeah / naw)
- How much? — How much? (how much)
- Where's the restroom? — Where is the bathroom? (wairz the rest-room)
English only; no translation needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Yellville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat and humidity), Jan–Feb (cold) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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