Private camping in Arkansas

With 52 state parks and two and a half million acres of national forest, you can soak in hot springs, hunt for diamonds, or cast a line in the Natural State.

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Griffin Ridge Camp

1 site · Tent1 acre · Kingston, AR
Built on a hill top…I wanted to give families a safe place to enjoy nature. This campsite is on a hillside because it’s the top of our 6 acres, yet allows the best winter time views of the valley, beautiful Fall leaves. The extra amenities for a primitive site are a trade for the hillside. Personal one single campsite for privacy. Perfect spot to travel Madison and Newton Counties, Buffalo River and fabulous hikes. Water features are a short drive away. Learn more about this land: Platform for tent 12x16, 2nd mulched ground tent area., gazebo, table and chairs, charcoal grill stand, propane grill under cover, dry wood for fire pit for purchase. New outhouse only used by Griffin Ridge. Bolder rock fire pit. Water tank for boiling and cleaning. Please bring personal drinking water.
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Thunder Mountain Private River Camp

2 sites · RVs, Tents81 acres · Caddo Gap, AR
80+ acres all to yourself!! This beautiful and very secluded property, with river, kayaks, trails, and creeks is offered to only one group at a time to ensure peace, quiet, and seclusion. No other guests will overlap your stay. You will enjoy the peaceful solitude in nature completely alone! It's a great location for romantic getaways, silent personal retreats, yoga, playing in the river, or just spending quiet one-on-one time with your spouse or significant other. The last 1/2 mile of dirt road is sometimes rough, so cars with low ground clearance are not recommended. Campers on Thunder Mountain enjoy the entire property, including the unique outdoor bathhouse with outdoor tub and shower, amazing multi-level decks, kayaks, grill, trails, hammocks, and tubes - without the cost of the cabin. The cabin will be vacant during camping stays, but you can still enjoy the WiFi and other amenities outside. ($30-90/night camping; $190-280/night cabin - listed separately) Last minute bookings may have discounted rates. Camping bookings are sometimes available even if the calendar does not show due to cabin cleaning days. We'll try to move our cleaning days around to help you out if possible.
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Yearling Ridge River

1 site · RV, Tent37 acres · Waldron, AR
This beautiful property sits on the banks of the Fourche La Fave (pronounced Foosh La Fay)  River. This 151 mile long river was once the grounds of the Caddo Native American Tribe. The river is now home to a wide variety of wildlife, and offers multiple species of fish. Scott County is over 70% public national forest, with thousands of acres of public land available for the outdoor enthusiast. Though this property has the look and feel of woods and river camping, there is actually a 24 hour convenience store less than two miles away just in case you need a midnight snack!   Learn more about this land:Beautiful flowing river for swimming, fishing, canoeing. Nice open air pavilion with power,  LED lighting and a large picnic table. Firepit with added grill for cooking right at the rivers edge.  Dedicated hammocking area overlooking the river, or have some friendly competition with a game of Bag-O game (boards provided).  This area offers a wide open space for exercising, walking/bike riding along a country road, or just relaxing by riverbank.  Want a little more adventure? This area boasts an expansive network of country dirt roads and trails for your ATV/UTV, and is less than five miles from the Ouachita National Forests' Fourche Mountain Trail. All this but still close to civilization. A 24 hour convenience store is less than two miles from the campsite. This quaint little spot has a lot to offer!  
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Illinois River Paradise | 60 Acres

1 site · Tent60 acres · Wheeler, AR
Winding river bottoms, gravel bars, overlooks, waterfalls, & 200+ year old oaks! Walk on the same untouched trails Native Americans took followed later by Civil War soldiers. We've been working hard to create the trails, views, and unique experiences for you to enjoy God's Creation only 10 minutes from a Walmart! Tired of camping next to people? With 60 acres for your enjoyment and gated entrance, you won’t see anyone else during your whole stay! 15 min from I-49 with Walmarts and gas stations even nearer keeps you close to town. You can choose from multiple campsites, but we will not book anyone else during your stay. Camp right next to the Illinois River under giant oaks, ash trees, and sycamores with a waterfall behind you and the river in front. Or move up the hill and enjoy the 10 mile view (when leaves are dropped) while watching the sunset. Seriously, it’s the best view west of Fayetteville. The deep shade of the campsite with the breeze coming over river keeps the space surprisingly cool even in extreme heat. Feeling fun? Camp in the old dirt mine with 10’ walls around you shaded by a massive pine growing in the center and oaks around the perimeter. Hiking trails have been cut for you to enjoy the property. Make sure to check out “Mini Hawksbill Crag”- a rocky outcropping hanging off the cliff side. Another fun trail leads you up a creek bed with multiple small waterfalls. A couple canoes and kayaks are available to float the river if you desire as an add on. You can go upstream easily in normal water flow! If you’re looking for fun family time with your kids, I will do whatever I can to help you during your stay to make lasting memories. We’re big believers in families enjoying the outdoors together! A truck can be driven to riverside campsite when dry or there is a 100 yard walk from a small parking area. More vehicles can be parked on top of hill which is 5 minute walk. There is a picnic table and fire pit at the riverside campsite. Bald Eagles are seen most days in the winter. Birders will also appreciate the feeder in the campsite. Fishing poles are available as an add on. You can bring your own too! Catch small mouth, large mouth, bream, crappie, catfish, gar, and carp/buffalo, but you’re competing with the neighborhood beaver so be on the lookout for him! Please release small mouth besides a legal keeper is 14" (6-7 year old fish!) and limit of 2. Rear wheeled drive vehicles should park at the parking area by old stable Absolutely no hunting wildlife or foraging mushrooms without prior approval.
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Bluegill Hill

3 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Kirby, AR
Located at the southern foothills of the Ouachita Mountains and the northwestern edge of Lake Greeson, this 6 acre plot of land is part of a gentle hillside that descends into the lake.  Enjoy two trails to Lake Greeson and easily access nearby boat launches, public beaches, parks, and much more!  Come make yourself at home on Bluegill Hill and enjoy the small lake village lifestyle!
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Lucky Island Landing

1 site · RV, Tent3 acres · Fayetteville, AR
LUCKYISLAND'S suburban location provides a great landing place for the weary traveler.  Situated on 3 acres within Fayetteville city limits with good proximity to many outdoor and cultural activities. Private heated bathroon with limited and semi hot water on demand( European style) and kitchen station in outbuilding. 110 electrical. Covered porch with fire ring available when safe for fires. Wood may be ordered in Hipcamp Extras when you make your reservation. CAMPSITES: There are several spots to choose from but only one camper group allowed at a time. So the bathroom and porch will be private. One site is at the top of the driveway and is right next to bathroom and 110 electrical. It faces the road and is where campers would park if they pull in after dark. Other sites are on grass and are at back of property but further from BR and electricity. These sites are not officially listed as suitability is weather and vehicle dependent. Use to be decided as campers arrive. BATHROOM : Campers have access to a bathroom with a flush toilet.   Bathroom is heated and has toilet and sink and ability to take very BRIEF and warm to hot shower sitting down. Rather European, yes, but works with the limitations of warm/ hot water on demand and set-up  Towels and toiletries provided. Kitchen station: Inside, adjacent to bathroom,  is a kitchen station with electric kettle, coffee maker and microwave.  Coffee and tea provided. COVERED PORCH: There is a coleman stove provided. Water is available in the bathroom. The covered porch sits in the middle of the property. A fire ring can be used on the porch with owners instructions, our wood ( for a small fee ordered in EXTRAS when you make your reservation ) and permission only. The porch is at west end of an out building and the bathroom is at the other end. In between is a sun room and bedroom which is not for campers. MILEAGE TO HIKING AND MIKING AND BENTONVILLE MUSEUMS: Lucky Island is 2.1 driving miles and 3.6 biking miles to Centennial Park at Milsap Mountain, a new cyclo cross and mountain bike park. Kessler Mountain Park which has hiking and biking trails is 6.7 biking miles and 6 driving miles. Lake Wedington which also has biking and hiking trails is 17 driving miles( dont recommend biking to Wedington from here and biking to other parks involves some traffic). Bentonville is about 30 driving miles. HOSTS: Hosts live on the property in the original farmhouse and if not home will be close by. Hosts will be out on the property, tending the 5 chickens( no rooster!) and garden during the day. This means we might walk by the porch or your camp area. Efforts to ensure privacy will be made. Barring any emergencies we won't be outside before 8 a.m. This is our third season of hosting (2024) We look forward to sharing Lucky Island with other campers. We traveled for 7 years with a Little Guy trailer and often wished for just what we are offering. OTHER: Since this is suburban camping, stars can be seen but it is not totally dark due to the development that has occured around us.  I have lived here 35 years when this WAS country. NOW, Lucky Island still has a country feel except for the busy road sounds and the neighbors' ambient lights. There is less privacy during winter when the leaves are off. We sit on a remmant oak savanah that fronts a busy road which also incorporates Fayetteville's amazing bike trail ( the trail is still under construction).  This is a urban hobby farm with chickens (no rooster!) and garden, deciduous trees and pines. COVID: We are covid conscious and vaccinated. While we say meet and greet we can also arrange for contactless check-in if we communicate first by phone. Bathroom, coffee/ microwave station,  and porch will be sanitized.
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CAMP TINY our base camp

3 sites · RVs2 acres · Jasper, AR
My wife & I love RV traveling, we are part time RVers! We are from Louisiana and created Camp Tiny as our base camp. We plan to explore all over Northwest Arkansas & Southern Missouri. We have this extra RV spot we want to share with our family, friends and fellow campers. Come enjoy the beautiful Ozark mountains. Camp Tiny has this full hook up RV lot which is on Scenic Hwy 7 near Jasper, Arkansas. The peaceful, wooded camp area adjoins Ozark National Forest. Minutes away you can hike many trails and see waterfalls and enjoy floating the Buffalo River. Hike, float, or chill! Camp Tiny - is our base camp for Big Adventure!
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Camp 62 on Petit Jean Mountain

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Morrilton, AR
This is a small .62 acre lot in a forested area with privacy and seclusion. Located .1 miles from Museum of Automobiles and 1.5 miles from Petit Jean State Park. A recently completed circle drive allows Class B motorhomes or small trailers to access camping area near unnamed intermittent creek. We are furnishing a 6' picnic table, 3 Adirondack chairs, and 2 wooden camp chairs with table near the creek, along with a horseshoe court and two 10' X 10' walk-in tent pads near the creek. Petit Jean SP is Arkansas' first state park and is the second most visited park in Arkansas. Fabulous day hiking or overnight backpacking in and around the park and fishing in Lake Bailey. Nearby there is also a petting zoo, horseback riding and farmers market and small airport.
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1 OFF 13 😊 Trails

5 sites · RVs5 acres · Little Flock, AR
Bike Trails….Just three miles and easy access to I49….. level land, close to everything! Relax and Bike the trails in Bentonville and Rogers area! Work remote, great reception! Close to Bentonville, and with the downtown Rogers bike trails, hiking, shopping, restaurants, flea markets all within the area, You will love the easy access to lots of activities. Make sure you stay awhile to explore all the area has to offer. We are within 20 minutes from below interests: Downtown Bentonville, Downtown Rogers Snowbird trailhead, part of the Back 40. OZ Castle Slaughter Pen Crystal Bridges Coler Hand Cut 3 miles to I49 War Eagle about 20 min Fayetteville is about 30 min.
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Camp Allen Brightstar Camping

1 site · Lodging250 acres · AR
Cushioned in the heart of timber country in SW Arkansas is where Camp Allen is nestled. You will wind down a pine canopy back woods road to find us. Reading a map and following directions is a skill required upon entry as cell signals glitch out in these woods. This journey will delight the adventures spirits seeking the road less traveled. Camp Allen is approximately 250acres. There is a private 15acre lake stocked with Bass & Perch on the grounds as well as hiking trails. Camp Allen is the perfect place to commune with nature and be inspired by Gods creation. Enjoy bird watching, star gazing, fishing, hiking, and the sights & sounds of the wild.
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Royal Berry Farm

1 site · RV32 acres · Royal, AR
Along the foothills of the Ouachita National Forest, the acreage has been a working farm and homestead since the 1960s and was the site of an 1800s homestead. The farm later came to UPick blueberries and remains so today as the Royal Berry Farm. We have beautiful sunsets from your site , no city lights so you can see the night sky of stars! Owl calls can often be heard in the evening, as well as red shouldered hawks. Turkeys are nearby in the forest. Bluebirds, cardinals and many other are farm residents, along with woodchuck, road runner, rabbit and deer. Park your RV under our old oak trees on a working berry farm located along a pine covered Ouachita Mountain ridge. This private camp with water/electric is a 5 minute walk to the main house, and you will enjoy views of pasture, forest and walks to the creek or National Forest. Walking access to the Ouachita National Forest. We are dog friendly. Woof 💕 Close by are marina, boat launch, fishing, swimming and paddling on Lake Ouachita. Historic Hot Springs National Park is a unique must see sightseeing destination 20 minutes away.
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Fern Dell Glamp - Dog Friendly

2 sites · Lodging16 acres · Hot Springs National Park, AR
Let go and relax in nature in this private, off-grid, secluded glamping site for two on 16 wooded acres in the picturesque Ouachita Mountains minutes from downtown Hot Springs. This is comfort camping with just about everything you'll need for a memorable getaway. Located next to miles of hiking and biking trails, but only 7 minutes from downtown restaurants, spas, shopping, theaters and attractions. Designed by tent campers for tent campers... and people who have never camped before. Black Fox Den is fully set-up with a 10x12' tent, real queen bed, patio, prep kitchen, chairs, hammock, stone fire-pit, charcoal grill, 2-burner camp stove, picnic table and cooking gear. All of the get-back-to-nature peace and quiet without all of the loading, unloading, setting up and breaking down of camp! Shared campground restrooms with our other glampsite (up to 2 people) - approximately 1/8th mile walk or drive - include a half bath and a separate three-quarter bath with shower, sink, vanity, mirror and toilet. Both bathrooms have running water, electricity and septic. Hand soap, towels, wash cloths, soap, shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer and toilet paper provided. What to pack: Clothes (layers recommended), footwear suitable for the natural outdoors, personal hygiene items, sunscreen, umbrella, cooler, drinks, and your food! Don't forget ice, oils, spices, condiments, etc. BEFORE YOU RESERVE YOUR ADVENTURE, YOU AGREE: No infants, toddlers or other children under 10 permitted. No more than 2 people total and 1 must be an adult. No illegal activities. No events or parties. No fireworks. No smoking in the tent. No hunting, trapping, shooting, archery or similar. Dogs must be with owner(s) on a leash at all times. Unregistered daytime guests must be discussed with us in advance. Guests who violate these rules will be asked to leave immediately without a refund. YOU ALSO UNDERSTAND: No air conditioning is provided. No bathroom facilities at the campsite. No electric or running water at the campsite, but both are available at the restrooms. No internet, wi-fi, cable or TV provided. Cell phone reception is not guaranteed. We get a reliable Verizon signal. It is a packed gravel drive to/from the campsite; not paved. PROVIDED AT CAMP: Dishes, cups, mugs, wine glasses, pots, pans, mixing bowls, strainer, cheese grater, cutlery, knives, serving/preparing utensils, marshmallow / hot dog sticks, paper towels, dish towels, dish soap, sponge, hand soap, percolating coffee pot, coffee, instant coffee, cocoa, creamer, sugar/substitute, salt & pepper, aluminum foil, cards, Uno, dominoes, restaurant recommendations & trails guides, flashlight, lanterns, kitchen & tent area string lighting, starter pack of seasoned firewood (additional wood for sale onsite), insect repellent spray, 2 burner propane stove, charcoal grill, campfire grate for cooking/grilling, foot pump operated sink, all-purpose cleaner, sheets, blanket(s), 4 pillows, comfy throw, camp chairs, hammock, picnic table, and all listed in above bath section. The 16 acre property includes the owner’s home and a second glampsite (Fern Dell), which are approximately 1/8th of a mile from the wooded and secluded Black Fox Den campsite.
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Private camping in Arkansas guide

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Looking for a camping experience that's tailored to your preference for private sites? Look no further than Hipcamp in Arkansas. With 93 options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you're seeking tranquility or excitement, you'll be delighted by our top campsites like Valley of Peace Campground (85 reviews), Thunder Mountain River Camp (52 reviews), and Nature Lovers Paradise (27 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, clean toilets, and the cozy warmth of campfires. And if you're feeling adventurous, indulge in activities like horseback riding, wildlife watching, and snow sports. With an average price per night of $25 and options as low as $5, camping in Arkansas has never been more affordable. Start planning your getaway now!

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