Ponca Boating Access serves as a primary launch point for the scenic upper Buffalo National River, offering access to the most popular canoe route from Ponca to Kyle's Landing (10. 7 miles).

The access features a low-water bridge and is centrally located near the town of Ponca, with nearby amenities including Buffalo Outdoor Center (an authorized National Park Service concessioner offering canoe rentals, shuttle services, and supplies).

Note that National Park Service restrictions limit outfitter launches at the Ponca low-water bridge on Saturdays in May, and the upper river is typically floatable March through June depending on rainfall.