Buffalo, Missouri? Doesn't Exist

There is no Buffalo, Missouri. The name "Buffalo" appears in 20+ U.S. states—but Missouri isn't one of them.

Notable Buffalos Across America

Missouri's "Buffalo" Connections

• Buffalo National River — Actually in Arkansas (first national river, 1972)
• Buffalo, MO — Common GPS/search error; likely confuses with Buffalo, AR (Dallas County, 500 pop) or Buffalo, IL
• Bison/buffalo heritage: Missouri had vast herds historically; Prairie State Park (Barton Co.) maintains a demonstration herd

If you're navigating to "Buffalo, Missouri," double-check your destination—you're likely headed to a neighboring state.