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98% (657) • 53 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Russellville
Pinnacle Springs Recreational Park
1. Pinnacle Springs Recreational Park
98%
(1160)
43mi from Russellville · 22 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Step into your own private wilderness park where hiking trails weave past whispering waterfalls, sunlit bluffs, and crystal-clear streams. We are confidant the Cadron will deliver an exceptional experience.
1) Streamside Camping: Secluded tent sites with easy access to Cadron creek – many with picnic tables, fire pits, grills, and lamp posts
2) RV Camping: Limited sites, pull-through, up to 30 feet, level, hard gravel base, with basic hookups (electricity, no full sewer)
3) Dispersed Camping: Outside of the campground there are nearly 100 acres available for camping. If you are up to roughing it a bit we'll point you in the right direction.
3) Cabins and Glamping: For those that like to settle right in we have rustic cabins and campers with modern comforts (some include AC, heating, and kitchenettes)
Activities and amenities include swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, a 6-acre foraging field and 9-hole Frisbee golf course, bouldering, zen/meditation deck, climbing, psicobloc and more outdoor pursuits than one has time to pursue. Children can enjoy the Ninja rope course with zipline, slackline, and rope swing and petting Biscuit and Buttercup – our favored Kunekune forest pigs. And, Woolly Hollow State Park, Cove Creek Natural Heritage Area, Persimmon Ridge Resort and Greer's Ferry Lake are a short drive away.
We invite you to our little piece of paradise on the Cadron. Bathe in a forest of tall standing pines and oak trees. Sit on the bank of a cascading stream. Embrace nature. And although we lie at the edge of civilization we have good cell phone service and water hydrants and electrical outlets for recharging phones and the such are freely available for our guests to use. From March through November hot water showers are also freely available.
Our place is a bit rough, rugged and unruly yet we call it home -- a place where everyone regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, political views, religion, or culture is welcomed to come enjoy nature's marvelous works and wonders. We love everyone!! So we invite you to come down to the Cadron and sit a spell. Unwind. And enjoy!
WARNING: Road to stream side camps entail a steep rough road. If risk averse, stay atop the ridge in Camp Toasty. Please.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$15
/ night
Dardanelle Lake
2. Dardanelle Lake
100%
(2)
Park 21mi from Russellville · 209 sites
Discover the allure of Lake Dardanelle's expansive waters and scenic shores.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Dardanelle State Park
3. Lake Dardanelle State Park
State park 3.7mi from Russellville · 76 sites
Discover the scenic beauty of Lake Dardanelle State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
4. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
98%
(37)
National forest 89mi from Russellville · 312 sites
Two distinct forests rolled into one package! That means twice the amount of outdoorsy goodness to explore. The Ozark National Forest covers most of the Ozark Mountains, including the highest peak in the state. It’s awesome here when the dogwood and redbuds bloom in the spring, and when the leaves change color in the fall. The St. Francis National Forest is more diverse, with the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers running through it, as well as lakes, valleys, and tons of wildlife. It’s the only place in the national forest system where you can access the Mississippi River from the shore, so that right there is a must do! The whole expanse of land is filled with multi-use trails, hundreds of campsites, spots for swimming, fishing, and boating, and even some amazing caves to explore. Mother Nature crushing it as usual.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Nimrod Lake
5. Nimrod Lake
Park 23mi from Russellville · 115 sites
Nimrod Lake: A Haven for Anglers and Adventure Seekers.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Ouachita National Forest
6. Ouachita National Forest
96%
(25)
National forest 51mi from Russellville · 342 sites
The Ouachita mountains may become your new go-to for hiking, fishing, and camping in Arkansas.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Blue Mountain Lake
7. Blue Mountain Lake
100%
(1)
Park 34mi from Russellville · 64 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Blue Mountain Lake.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Arkansas River - Toad Suck Ferry Lock and Dam
8. Arkansas River - Toad Suck Ferry Lock and Dam
100%
(3)
Park 36mi from Russellville · 48 sites
Discover the scenic beauty of Toad Suck Ferry Lock and Dam on the Arkansas River.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Ozark Lake
9. Ozark Lake
87%
(5)
Park 53mi from Russellville · 102 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Ozark Lake and its myriad outdoor activities.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Ouachita Lake
10. Ouachita Lake
80%
(5)
Park 47mi from Russellville · 442 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Ouachita and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Lake Ouachita State Park
11. Lake Ouachita State Park
100%
(5)
State park 45mi from Russellville · 109 sites
Enjoy fishing, boating, and hiking at this Hot Springs-area park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
98% (657) • 53 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Russellville
Pinnacle Springs Recreational Park
1. Pinnacle Springs Recreational Park
98%
(1160)
43mi from Russellville · 22 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Step into your own private wilderness park where hiking trails weave past whispering waterfalls, sunlit bluffs, and crystal-clear streams. We are confidant the Cadron will deliver an exceptional experience.
1) Streamside Camping: Secluded tent sites with easy access to Cadron creek – many with picnic tables, fire pits, grills, and lamp posts
2) RV Camping: Limited sites, pull-through, up to 30 feet, level, hard gravel base, with basic hookups (electricity, no full sewer)
3) Dispersed Camping: Outside of the campground there are nearly 100 acres available for camping. If you are up to roughing it a bit we'll point you in the right direction.
3) Cabins and Glamping: For those that like to settle right in we have rustic cabins and campers with modern comforts (some include AC, heating, and kitchenettes)
Activities and amenities include swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, a 6-acre foraging field and 9-hole Frisbee golf course, bouldering, zen/meditation deck, climbing, psicobloc and more outdoor pursuits than one has time to pursue. Children can enjoy the Ninja rope course with zipline, slackline, and rope swing and petting Biscuit and Buttercup – our favored Kunekune forest pigs. And, Woolly Hollow State Park, Cove Creek Natural Heritage Area, Persimmon Ridge Resort and Greer's Ferry Lake are a short drive away.
We invite you to our little piece of paradise on the Cadron. Bathe in a forest of tall standing pines and oak trees. Sit on the bank of a cascading stream. Embrace nature. And although we lie at the edge of civilization we have good cell phone service and water hydrants and electrical outlets for recharging phones and the such are freely available for our guests to use. From March through November hot water showers are also freely available.
Our place is a bit rough, rugged and unruly yet we call it home -- a place where everyone regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, political views, religion, or culture is welcomed to come enjoy nature's marvelous works and wonders. We love everyone!! So we invite you to come down to the Cadron and sit a spell. Unwind. And enjoy!
WARNING: Road to stream side camps entail a steep rough road. If risk averse, stay atop the ridge in Camp Toasty. Please.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$15
/ night
Dardanelle Lake
2. Dardanelle Lake
100%
(2)
Park 21mi from Russellville · 209 sites
Discover the allure of Lake Dardanelle's expansive waters and scenic shores.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Dardanelle State Park
3. Lake Dardanelle State Park
State park 3.7mi from Russellville · 76 sites
Discover the scenic beauty of Lake Dardanelle State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
4. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
98%
(37)
National forest 89mi from Russellville · 312 sites
Two distinct forests rolled into one package! That means twice the amount of outdoorsy goodness to explore. The Ozark National Forest covers most of the Ozark Mountains, including the highest peak in the state. It’s awesome here when the dogwood and redbuds bloom in the spring, and when the leaves change color in the fall. The St. Francis National Forest is more diverse, with the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers running through it, as well as lakes, valleys, and tons of wildlife. It’s the only place in the national forest system where you can access the Mississippi River from the shore, so that right there is a must do! The whole expanse of land is filled with multi-use trails, hundreds of campsites, spots for swimming, fishing, and boating, and even some amazing caves to explore. Mother Nature crushing it as usual.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Nimrod Lake
5. Nimrod Lake
Park 23mi from Russellville · 115 sites
Nimrod Lake: A Haven for Anglers and Adventure Seekers.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Ouachita National Forest
6. Ouachita National Forest
96%
(25)
National forest 51mi from Russellville · 342 sites
The Ouachita mountains may become your new go-to for hiking, fishing, and camping in Arkansas.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Blue Mountain Lake
7. Blue Mountain Lake
100%
(1)
Park 34mi from Russellville · 64 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Blue Mountain Lake.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Arkansas River - Toad Suck Ferry Lock and Dam
8. Arkansas River - Toad Suck Ferry Lock and Dam
100%
(3)
Park 36mi from Russellville · 48 sites
Discover the scenic beauty of Toad Suck Ferry Lock and Dam on the Arkansas River.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Ozark Lake
9. Ozark Lake
87%
(5)
Park 53mi from Russellville · 102 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Ozark Lake and its myriad outdoor activities.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Ouachita Lake
10. Ouachita Lake
80%
(5)
Park 47mi from Russellville · 442 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Ouachita and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Lake Ouachita State Park
11. Lake Ouachita State Park
100%
(5)
State park 45mi from Russellville · 109 sites
Enjoy fishing, boating, and hiking at this Hot Springs-area park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jennifer
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Love camping here!! Absolutely beautiful! I can’t wait to go back!
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Laramie
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Great place and lots of extra options on location. Staff were excellent and very polite. I recommend highly.
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K
January 2026
Tent
With pets
This place was/is perfect for primitive camping. During my time there, it was exactly what I was looking for and needed. Though it was just a bit colder than what I was expecting temperature-wise, it wasn't a deal breaker at all. IF you are looking for a place to primitive camp and enjoy winter camping especially, you need to check this place out. On their site, John has described it well, and shout-out to John for the extra perk for my visit. Great time and exactly what I was looking for.
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Jeff
December 2025
Tent
This was perfect for our needs. We got in late and camped. Went for a walk around the property and it was really great! I recommend!!
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Joshua
December 2025
Tent
With pets
Very clean camping spots that are backed up to an awesome creek. You can see the mountain face with a couple of spots where you can get under it Has a nice open spot in the middle of the campground big enough to play football or frisbee. If you want good exercise,walk up the hill a few times 🤣
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Marcus
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Everything here was absolutely ideal for a night of camping for my son and I. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery, quite and awesome property! I live in Conway and this is a perfect little wknd getaway. I highly recommend and we will frequent here for our camping trips.
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Kayleigh
November 2025
Tent
Staying here for two nights with john was so amazing !! i got to meet wonderful people along the way and explore some beautiful sites and areas. the trails john takes you are are absolutely breath taking. super friendly guy. I loved this place and will for sure be coming back winter, summer, fall, autumn, great for all seasons !!
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Joey
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Another great trip to the Cadron. Highly recommend camping here
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adrienne
November 2025
Tent
The area is always really clean, and quiet. I was the loudest one there this time, for Halloween weekend lol
Cute friendly piggies wander the land sometime, so you know youre not completely alone.
My favourite camping spot! Bless this land, bless this creek! Yahooo! Untill next time :) <3
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Jolie
October 2025
Tent
Enjoyed camping here. Super private and quiet place to stay.
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Elizabeth
October 2025
Tent
With kids
It was just nice and quiet and the views were amazing
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Kelsey
October 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved camping here! John was very detailed and responsive ahead of booking and his information ensured we got exactly what we were looking for. The grounds are beautiful and the staff is friendly. We will be back.
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Ashley
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Our group of four had an absolute blast. Being October the sites weren’t filled up, so it was very peaceful. The property was beautiful and just refreshing. Aside from the showers not working when we stayed, I have nothing negative to say about our stay.
We camped at site #9 and it was perfect for both tent and hammock camping. The outhouse was close and very clean.
We unplugged while there. Though for those curious service was low, yet manageable if needed.
We will definitely be back for another stay!
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Aaron
October 2025
Tent
Great place to camp and explore! Thanks for hosting!!
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Alexander
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful campground right along the creak with great sites.
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Wyatt
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
It was a quiet nice spot to camp, the creek was lovely, reminiscent of state park camping but a little more spaced out. Overall an enjoyable spot!
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Christina
September 2025
Tent
With kids
This was a nice little retreat for our family! We didn’t see the foraging garden but maybe next time we get down there we will. Very quiet and the kids loved the zip line! We were at #9 but I’d probably do number 3 next time for the perfect amount of seclusion but also close enough to let the kids go play at the ninja course and still see/hear them.
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Retesha
September 2025
Tent
It was my first time tent camping. Was a bit nervous on night one but by night two I was so content. It was beautiful there. I was very thankful that the fire pit came with a griddle already. Ok so back to the first night, I was actually pretty terrified, I was trying to sound tough up above, it was SO dark. The road I had to go down to get to the campsite looked like they wanted me to end it all, but apparently i was just nervous and dramatic. It is steep, it is rocky, DEFINITELY wouldn’t recommend any small cars on that road but it was worth it! The stars were SO beautiful, there were so many, makes me wonder where those stars be hiding at when I look up at the sky at my house🤔 Your camera can not capture the true beauty of that sight so take a mental picture too, and keep it! We were by a creek which was a plus because I love a big body of water. The first night (in my head) it was surely the seen from a horror movie that I survived to be able to tell you that you MUST go experience it for yourself. I finally got to heat up a can of beans on a open fire out in the wood to eat because I was hungry, im not sure if I felt like an accomplished homeless person or the winner of Naked and afraid. Either way it was pretty dope. Oh so if you’re no lumber jack then I suggest you get the bundle of firewood. First night had to fend for myself, It was fun looking for the wood but it was all damp and wouldn’t stay lit. Beautiful scenery, 100/10 recommend, what are you waiting for??
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Grayson
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Campsite we'll equipped with picnic table and firepit with grate to cook over. The setting was wonderful. Will come back.
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Sarah
September 2025
Tent
We absolutely loved our night here. The site we tent camped at felt completely secluded & we were surrounded by beautiful scenery. From the creek in front of our site to the huge bluff behind us, we felt like we were camping in one of the national forests instead of a privately-owned campsite. We cannot recommend Pinnacle Springs enough - the only thing we would change is being able to stay longer.
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