The best campgrounds near Paragould, Arkansas with wildlife watching

Looking for a camping adventure near Paragould, Arkansas that offers incredible wildlife watching opportunities? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 460 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With an average price of $35 per night and options as low as $13, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Four Creeks Campground (169 reviews), Pleasant View (80 reviews), and Lake Vagabond R&R! (40 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. With popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly options, as well as activities such as paddling, biking, and snow sports, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience.

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Picnic and fire pit area off of the back porch. Outhouse for toileting at far right.

Looking for a camping adventure near Paragould, Arkansas that offers incredible wildlife watching opportunities? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 460 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With an average price of $35 per night and options as low as $13, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Four Creeks Campground (169 reviews), Pleasant View (80 reviews), and Lake Vagabond R&R! (40 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. With popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly options, as well as activities such as paddling, biking, and snow sports, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Robert's Redneck Retreat, LLC

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50mi from Paragould · 3 sites · Lodging · Doniphan, MO

Robert's Redneck Retreat is located on about 16 acres of pasture and 58 acres of forested land with a creek and trails running through it. Our property also adjoins 1200 acres of the Mark Twain National Forest, dotted with springs, trails, rivers, lakes, ponds and breathtaking views. We have three small cabins on the property that are spaced out for privacy. There are also potential for tent camp sites.My husband and I love nature, farming, gardening, and sharing time with like-minded individuals. Our dream is small scale hobby farming adjoined with cabin rentals, allowing trees to regrow in places that were once pasture in order to do our part to help maintain habitat for wild animals and plants. It is a balance that we love and it is our pleasure to share this property with you. We are new here, but we are not new to the camping world; we have been helping campers have positive experiences since 2013 and already have over 170 positive reviews on Airbnb. We would love for Hip Campers to come experience our brand of cabin camping, with farm and forest experiences.A little history of the surrounding area: The Mark Twain National Forest was stripped by loggers in the 1800's and was purchased by the government as a preserve. Since then, it has regrown into hardwood forest, dotted with remnants of pine. It feels wild and untouched, despite knowing it's history. And within it, it harbors all manner of waterways, wildlife, plants, and fungi beyond your imagination. We love southern Missouri and hope you come catch a taste of the wildness that is the Forest. Disconnect, unplug, lose your cell signal, and come find yourself in the woods :)

2. Copper Top Campsites

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38mi from Paragould · 4 sites · RVs · Doniphan, MO

Copper Top Campsites is a 4 slot boondock site near the Current River. Each lot has enough room for a vehicle and boat. Dumpster service is provided and each site has its own locally built custom fire pit. Firewood is available upon request. There are no hookups at this time, this is complete dry camping or boondock camping. It’s approximately 10 minutes to Doniphan where you can launch a boat, get groceries, eat out, and do some local shopping. If you are looking for other rivers the Eleven Point River is close by as well. For a few more amenities, Poplar Bluff is less than 45 minutes away.

3. Oak Grove Tiny Home Community

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38mi from Paragould · 21 sites · RVs · Campbell, MO

Since 2018, we have traveled full time and stayed at cramped, noisy RV parks that had poorly engineered utilities.. These experiences along with the rising cost of housing and full campgrounds, have motivated us to build our quiet, private, and safe community. We welcome all those who choose to live by the words "Home is where you park it." Oak Grove offers many stay options, full hookups, and more. Make no fuss, come stay with us at your home away from home!

4. Crowley Ridge State Park

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30 sites · Paragould, Arkansas

Discover the rustic charm of Crowley's Ridge State Park.

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5. Lake Frierson State Park

7 sites · Bono, Arkansas

Discover serene waters and lush trails at Lake Frierson State Park.

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6. Fieldwoodsorriverbank

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31mi from Paragould · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Maynard, AR

Learn more about this land: 60 acres of open field, or woods edge, or deep woods or river bank are available to tents but more limited with human mobility limitations or RV or vehicles with less traction. Firewood and toilet is provided. No power or potable water is available. Multiple sites available from 20’ x 20’ concrete pad to backpack into the woods. .

7. 13 Oaks Farm

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46mi from Paragould · 2 sites · RVs · Poplar Bluff, MO

Learn more about this land:We are a working farm and welcome you to dry camp in our pasture. Deer frequently graze passed. Fall asleep to the sounds of frogs and nature. The Black River public access is 1 mile away where you can put a boat in or fish from the banks. The gateway to the Ozark and the three rivers, our area provides a great spot to get to your next camp.

8. Leo's Cabin

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41mi from Paragould · 1 site · Lodging · MO

Our mid-size cabin sits on a horse ranch near the beautiful Current River. A 2 bedroom, one bath with sink, shower and compost toilet, full kitchen, and comfortable living area. The property features a very large wrap-around deck with stunning views of our horse pasture that is perfect for relaxing and entertaining. A short drive will gain you access to all there is to offer in the area. Whether you are looking to enjoy Current River or just want a getaway, we have you covered! If you happen to be looking for a place to view the eclipse next April, you couldn't find a better location!

9. Lake Charles State Park

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62 sites · Powhatan, Arkansas

Discover the serene beauty of Lake Charles State Park.

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10. Lake Poinsett State Park

29 sites · Harrisburg, Arkansas

Discover serene waters and vibrant fall foliage at Lake Poinsett State Park.

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11. Mark Twain National Forest

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452 sites · Bunker, Missouri

Missouri’s only national forest has 1.5 million acres of wilderness to explore.

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12. Fort Pillow State Park

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32 sites · Garland, Tennessee

Discover Fort Pillow State Park's rich history and scenic trails.

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Public campgrounds near Paragould

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Crowley Ridge Campground

8.7mi from Paragould · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in Crowley Ridge State Park

Lake Frierson Campground

13mi from Paragould · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Frierson State Park

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Lake Charles Campground

36mi from Paragould · 62 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Charles State Park

Lake Poinsett Campground

37mi from Paragould · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Poinsett State Park

Fourche Lake Recreation Area

44mi from Paragould · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mark Twain National Forest

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Fort Pillow Campground

47mi from Paragould · 32 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fort Pillow State Park

Float Camp Recreation Area

47mi from Paragould · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mark Twain National Forest

Deer Leap Recreation Area

48mi from Paragould · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mark Twain National Forest

Stories from the community

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Todd

May 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Copper Top Campsites

Excellent experience and place to camp. Would go again. View of current river prior to leaves coming in.

Brittany

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Robert's Redneck Retreat, LLC

Highly recommend!!! It was such a relaxing time. The views are absolutely beautiful, expesicially around sunset! The cabin was nice and clean! Easy to find! Amazing and down to earth hosts!!! Getting to be surround by nature and farm animals was just so peaceful. I enjoyed not having cell service and truly getting to take a step back and just enjoy life and time with my soulmate! Absolutely recommend and will be returning!

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Blake

February 2025

With pets

4 nights at Robert's Redneck Retreat, LLC

A great secluded little cabin in the woods where our dogs could run around off leash. We stayed in the winter this time and the wood stove heat was very nice. Like taking a step back into time 100 years!

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James

February 2025

7 nights at Robert's Redneck Retreat, LLC

Great stay! From the cabin to the land and surrounding area, this place is beautiful recluse and creates a truly peaceful and enjoyable stay. I guarantee that you could ask for better hosts. I will most definitely be returning and very highly recommend a stay here. It was exactly what I was looking for. Truly awesome experience.

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David

November 2024

30 ft campervan

1 night at Copper Top Campsites

I enjoyed it. Decent view of the river at sunset. Firewood was available. I wanted to leave a fiver but I only had ones and 20s. Nice little campground. Coyotes heard in the distance down river. It was quite nice.