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Ozark Adventures Mountainburg, AR
1. Ozark Adventures Mountainburg, AR
100%
(13)
22mi from Fort Smith · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging
Welcome to our serene retreat, conveniently located near hiking, biking, and back country offroad trails. Located 45 minutes from Fayetteville or Fort Smith.
We offer:
1 cozy tiny home
1 primitive campsite
Explore our established walking trails and check out our fish pond.
Our charming tiny home spans 400 sq ft and includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, full-sized appliances, and a 100 sq ft deck overlooking the pond.
The campsite is features a tent platform, picnic table, a fire pit and composting toilet.
Nearby attractions include:
Lake Fort Smith
Buckhorn OHV Trail Backroad Access
BDR-x Waypoint (Jasper to Mountainburg or Mountainburg to Oark)
Ozark-St. Francis National Forest
Devils Den State Park
Devils Canyon
Shores Lake Recreation Area
Fern Recreation Area
Mulberry River
Natural Dam
Illinois River
Mt. Magazine State Park
Fayetteville to Bentonville Bike Trail - Paved trail
University of Arkansas
Please remember, this is mountainous country; black bears, foxes, deer, coyotes, and even feral pigs may be in the area, at any given time.
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Barker Gap
2. Barker Gap
100%
(61)
25mi from Fort Smith · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Barker Gap! Opened in August 2024, we offer three beautifully shaded RV/camper spots: two pull-through and one back-in. We have no size or slide-out restrictions, as our spots were built with your comfort in mind. All sites come standard with 50A/30A/110 electric hookups, city water, a BBQ/park grill, a 30-inch fire-pit bowl, and sewage hookups. Wi-Fi is also included for all campers.
Our Accommodations
RV/Camper Sites
3 Shaded Sites: 2 pull-through and 1 back-in.
No Restrictions: No size or slide-out limits.
Full Hookups: 50A/30A/110 electric, water, and sewer.
Amenities: BBQ/park grill, 30-inch fire-pit bowl, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The Bear's Den Cabin
A cozy one-room, one-bathroom cabin built to sleep four. It features:
Sleeping: A spacious queen bed, a cozy twin bed, and an adventure cot stowed under the twin bed, perfect for napping on the deck.
Kitchenette: Mini fridge/freezer, Keurig coffee maker, and microwave.
Bathroom: A metal-wrapped, 22-inch deep soaking tub with a rainfall shower head and a wave-activated hand dryer.
Tech & Comfort: 43-inch Wi-Fi-connected Smart TV and electrical outlets with integrated USB ports.
Outdoor: Includes your own 30-inch fire-pit bowl.
Essentials Provided: Coffee, bedding, towels, and bar soap.
The Cub Cabin
A cozy and inviting rustic retreat in Natural Dam. It features:
Sleeping: A queen/twin bunk bed adorned with bear quilts, plus an "adventure cot" tucked underneath for deck lounging or a fourth guest.
Comfort: Fully equipped with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and heating.
Kitchenette: Mini fridge, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker.
Relaxation: Features a swinging chair for reading and a 43-inch Smart TV.
Outdoor: Includes your own 30-inch fire-pit bowl.
Unique Design: The bathroom features a rainfall shower head and 60-plus-year-old salvaged patchwork wood; the cabin also incorporates weathered metal recycled from our on-site woodworking shop.
So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to camp at Barker Gap!
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Wildwoodz
3. Wildwoodz
96%
(14)
25mi from Fort Smith · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
RV park and campgrounds in Mansfield , Arkansas. Located near highway 378 on Wildwood Road, Wildwoodz RV park and campgrounds deliver convenience to traveling campers. Enjoy the peace and quiet near the National forest, which includes a fire pit, hook-ups with water and electric, a few select sites have sewer, a sewer dump site is available.
Trailhead for ATV riding 1.1 miles from campgrounds. Horseback riding or hiking the trials can be accessed from the campgrounds if preferred.
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John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake
4. John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake
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(3)
Park 133mi from Fort Smith · 47 sites
Not to be confused with John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt, John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake extends 26 miles along the Arkansas River in both Arkansas and Oklahoma. Its shoreline is characterized by bottomland hardwood timber banks, steep bluffs, open fields, and urban developments.
There are oodles of recreational opportunities among four smaller parks, most notably fishing. The fertile waters harbor all kinds of fish native to the state, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission stocks the lake with striped sea bass and sauger. Year round catch includes catfish, bream, crappie, white and largemouth bass. Multi-purpose trails are also a popular activity.
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Ozark Lake
5. Ozark Lake
87%
(5)
Park 19mi from Fort Smith · 102 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Ozark Lake and its myriad outdoor activities.
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Heavener Runestone Park
6. Heavener Runestone Park
97%
(541)
33mi from Fort Smith · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
This 55 acre park is home of a large sandstone that contains 8 markings believed to have been made by Vikings many years ago. The park features a seasonal waterfall, covered picnic areas, playground, amphitheater with seating, community building, scenic views, gift shop and approximately 2 miles of nature trails. Be advised that most tent sites have a tent pad but a few are primitive mountain terrain (rocky). The one RV site is for 16 ft. or less vehicles and smaller teardrop trailers with limited hook-up and no dump station. Restroom and shower facilities are located within the park. Individual campsites DO NOT have onsite toilets. Forest setting while still close to stores in case of forgotten items. Variety of small wildlife in the area. All sites allow campfires UNLESS we are under a county wide burn ban.
*Note moderate cancellation policy for most dates - full refund 3 days before check-in time. *
** Special event camping is a strict no refund policy.
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Paradise Camp
7. Paradise Camp
100%
(18)
37mi from Fort Smith · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
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Bullwick Farms
8. Bullwick Farms
90%
(31)
39mi from Fort Smith · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Bullwick Farms is a 65 acre farm located only 4 miles off I49 at the West Fork exit. Nestled perfectly between the hustle and bustle of the college town (only 15min to Fayetteville) and the quiet serinity of Devils Den State Park (only 15 miles further on 170) our farm has a magnificent hilltop view well worth the hike it takes to get there!
Keep in mind this is a working farm so cows, horses, pigs and goats are all on property and are free range animals.
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Indian Creek Hideaway
9. Indian Creek Hideaway
98%
(33)
44mi from Fort Smith · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land:This area is brimming with outdoor activity! The Mulberry River is just a short walk away with all the fishing and paddling you want. There is a public launch with parking just across the road for floating access. Be on the OHT via the Indian Creek spur trail in no time. Byrds Adventure Center is 2 miles down the road for off-road fun, a general store, canoe rentals, and more.
*Heads up especially if you are in a small car, it’s usually ok to go down the small hill but in wet weather it may become slick. If you’re not sure about making it back up, there is an area to park by the driveway :)
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Picnic table
Arkansas River - Robert S. Kerr Pool
10. Arkansas River - Robert S. Kerr Pool
Park 23mi from Fort Smith · 94 sites
Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam is known for its fishing and swimming beaches. Anglers will be excited about the abundance of bass, crappie, catfish, walleye, and sunfish. Yum! There are also three swimming beaches here, so bring your swimsuit and sunscreen. Got a boat? Bring it! Launch your sailboat, motorboat, or kayak on the refreshing waters and check out the great surrounding views of spring flowers or fall foliage. There’s a short hiking trail in the park if you want to wander around a bit. This park is ideal for campers seeking a quiet, relaxing getaway on the water.
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Lake Fort Smith State Park
11. Lake Fort Smith State Park
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(4)
State park 28mi from Fort Smith · 40 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Fort Smith State Park.
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Brushy Lake State Park
12. Brushy Lake State Park
State park 107mi from Fort Smith · 14 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Brushy Lake State Park.
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Electrical hookup
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Devil's Den State Park
13. Devil's Den State Park
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(27)
State park 31mi from Fort Smith · 161 sites
Hike past ancient rock formations or take a pedalboat out on the lake.
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End of the Trail
14. End of the Trail
98%
(191)
44mi from Fort Smith · 2 sites
This property was once home to American Indians and arrowhead are abundant.Learn more about this land:65 acres on the Foursch La Fave river surrounded by Ouachita National Forest..
This property has access to ATV trails, horse back riding, Kayaking, hiking, along with great sunrises and beautiful sunsets.
At the property entrance we have a 3 bedroom 2 bath home that is available for rent thru Evolve.
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Yearling Ridge Riverfront Camp
15. Yearling Ridge Riverfront Camp
100%
(149)
44mi from Fort Smith · 1 site · Tent, RV
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 hiking, ATV/UTV/Jeep riding, and many other activities 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 forgot something or need a midnight snack!
Beautiful flowing river for swimming, fishing, canoeing. Nice open air pavilion with power, LED lighting and a large picnic table. New for 2026 is the full custom bathroom! (Toilet, Sink and Hot Shower!) We think you'll love it! There's a firepit, (firewood provided free) with a nice pergola (porch swings too!) There is also a camp style 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 the riverbank. Want a little more adventure? This area boasts an expansive network of country dirt roads and trails for your ATV/UTV or Jeep, 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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Full hookups
Sacred Pines
16. Sacred Pines
100%
(49)
45mi from Fort Smith · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
Surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest, enjoy secluded time in nature! Stay in our off-grid treehouses, peaceful campsites, cozy tiny homes, and handcrafted cabins, allowing you to connect with others in the wild. We are located near many hiking trails, kayaking spots, swimming holes, atv and bike trails and so muchg more!
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Lisa Christiansen’s Childhood Home
17. Lisa Christiansen’s Childhood Home
94%
(18)
49mi from Fort Smith · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A place carved out of history dating back over 200 years ago. This is where history welcomes you to the Cherokee culture. This land has been handed down for generations and has stayed in the family beginning on my mother’s side of the family, Mary Ann Groundhog, the fourth generation great granddaughter of Sequoyah on the “Dick” side of my family tree. My mother was heavily involved with AIM (American Indian movement).
My dad was the last monolingual Cherokee. His name was Mack Vann, he was a man who loved culture and sharing it with visitors and handed down that passion to me. My hip camper site is named after my daddy, I am still a daddy‘s girl. The land originated before Sequoyah. who created the Cherokee syllabary. Sequoyah was my fifth generation great grandfather and I am very proud of my Cherokee heritage, I would love to share my culture, my tradition, and my passion with you.
Learn more about this land:
Come and experience the authenticity of Tahlequah, Indian country, Oklahoma where almost every resident is Cherokee, Native American,
Nature at its most organic state; A place where deer run free, the sunset paints a new picture each evening with glorious colors of warmth and serenity.
Away from the hustle and bustle, peaceful, and inviting. Just a short hike or drive to Todd’s access or you can swim, fish, or float down the beautiful Illinois River.
Welcome to Oklahoma’s best kept secret.
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Little Mulberry Vacation Rentals
18. Little Mulberry Vacation Rentals
100%
(23)
50mi from Fort Smith · 1 site
Escape to the Ozarks of Arkansas! This is a perfect location to unplug and enjoy the outdoors. The RV pad is on our small 38 acre farm and ranch. Guests enjoy walking down to the creek, riding the dirt roads, and taking day trips to local hikes.
Be prepared to drive down 6 miles of dirt road. This can be inconvnient for some but we believe it's part of the charm.
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Full hookups
Red Valley RV Park
19. Red Valley RV Park
100%
(2)
7.2mi from Fort Smith · 2 sites
This is an RV park RIGHT off the junction of interstate 40 and 540 in Van Buren, Arkansas. Best suited for people looking to stay long term or just passing through. There is an onsite laundry available and pets are welcome!
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Patriot Airpark & Private Lake
20. Patriot Airpark & Private Lake
100%
(5)
9.1mi from Fort Smith · 1 site · Tent, RV
Patriot Airpark spans 400 scenic acres, offering the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and laid-back comfort—with a touch of aviation flair. Explore miles of well-maintained trails by foot, mountain bike, or electric bike, or spend the afternoon gliding across our 1.5-mile-round lake in a kayak, soaking up the peaceful shoreline views.
For aviation enthusiasts and the simply curious alike, our private airstrip offers the occasional excitement of watching small planes come and go—without disrupting the serenity of the campground. Meanwhile, the expansive 10,000-square-foot clubhouse is your social hub and cozy indoor escape, complete with comfortable seating areas and space to gather with friends or fellow campers.
Whether pitching a tent, parking your RV, or rolling in with your camper van, there’s plenty of room to settle in under the starry night sky. Evenings are best spent around the fire pit, recounting the day’s adventures or planning tomorrow’s. Patriot Airpark is your chance to reconnect with nature, enjoy quality amenities, and create unforgettable memories on our wide-open land. Come discover the perfect mix of outdoor fun, comfort, and a little aviation magic!
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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David
2 weeks ago
Tent
Host was great had it all laid out for us. Will do it again!!
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Heather
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Awesome camp site! We have been several times now and love it everytime! There is everything you need there already! Makes things so much easier! Beautiful scenery! You have the whole place to yourself!
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Cynthia
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Barker Gap
Clean, clean, clean! Such a nice property. The hosts were very accommodating. They reccomened places of interest in the area. And even gave us a small history lesson of the area. The cabin was so well kitted out! Games for kids and adults, too. Lots of extras! They plan on adding a dish washing station and a camp store.
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Martha
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Daniel as always had the site ready for us! Thank you for letting us visit again! It was a great peaceful place. Can't wait to visit again!
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Rebecca
June 2026
Tent
With kids
I really loved this park with rich Viking history! Great free hot showers for campers! Wonderful views and awesome trails! A phenomenal park host! If you need anything she's always around being very friendly and helpful! Would definitely come back!!
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Will
June 2026
28 ft travel trailer
This was our second visit to Yearling Ridge and won’t be our last. Unfortunately our stay was cut short due to weather, but that’s camping!
We’ll be back this fall - I can’t recommend this place enough!
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Samantha
June 2026
28 ft travel trailer
Hosts were accomodating and very quick with communication. Camping spot was pretty level and hookups were obvious and logically placed (for example, sewer hookup was near where most rv sewers tend to be…no Tetris skills, stretching of sewer hose, or praying needed😅)
I chose it for price and distance to freeway. Price can’t be beat in that area for rvs. A smidge awkward getting there, lots more turns than I expected… but really not an issue overall. For an overnight it was perfect.
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Alex
May 2026
Tent
With pets
the hosts are so incredibly sweet and helpful! the location was very easy to find as well. great experience all around
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Tyler
May 2026
Weekend Trip to End of the Trail
By far the best HipCamp yet! Private, convenient, has everything you could need or want! We had a great weekend and would love to come back.
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Dylan
May 2026
Tent
Group trip
Great spot if you want to be secluded, shaded area and plenty of room. Little bit of a steep hike to get to but they mention that on their website
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Victor
May 2026
13 ft travel trailer
We loved camping at Yearling Ridge with our camper. We will definitely be back.
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Rick
May 2026
36 ft travel trailer
With pets
Another great stay at Barker Gap!!! The best place to stay for Buckhorn trails and one of our favorite places to stay in Arkansas!
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Eric
May 2026
4 nights at Barker Gap
Excellent and friendly host, very clean and well organized campground and cabin! Highly recommend.
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Gehan
May 2026
Weekend Trip to End of the Trail
The views were beautiful, the water was cold, rejuvenating and refreshing to swim in, and the energy truly felt sacred and powerful. My partner and I identified over 30 types of birds, saw salamanders, a variety of butterflies, and even some deer while we were exploring the land. We had a campfire every night, espresso in the mornings by the lull of the river and didn’t even know the other site nearby was reserved as well until we crossed paths on the river. Loved the direct water access at the campsite and multiple spots as options to put the tent up as well as the sheltered area on site! The star-lit sky was bright every night and it felt amazing to get out of the city and lose ourselves in Mother Nature. Will absolutely be back and highly recommend for anyone!
Being out here forces you to slow down, and be present within yourself and your surroundings.. After backpacking, camping and exploring nature for over 15 years as a hobby, this is by far one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever stayed.
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Emma
May 2026
With pets
Very quiet and peaceful! Plenty of room for my dogs to run around without getting themselves into any trouble. Second time staying and it rained 3/5 days we were there, but it was still enjoyable. A little bit of rain got in the shelter, but nothing too bad. Only had 1 odd run in with someone floating down the river who needed to get out at our camp site, but other than that, this has quickly become one of my favorite camping spots.
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Shane
May 2026
Tent
Great place to camp and hike. Beautiful views and well kept, clean facilities. Grocery store and good food nearby.
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Courtney
May 2026
Tent
With kids
We love going to yearling ridge! We have been mamy times. Daniel always makes sure we have fire wood and if we run out, he brings more. He recently added a bath house! It is so nice!! Definitely recommend going to check his place out!
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Melissa
May 2026
With pets
There is not one bad thing I can say. The land is open, perfect spots for tents. The shelter is perfect size for storms, or a kitchen. The water access is perfect for my dogs. Every single thing was perfect. I will be back!
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Tom
May 2026
65 ft Class A
With pets
Hosts are fantastic...sites are beautiful. Would definitely go back.
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Leonard
May 2026
With pets
As much as I want to continue to keep this gem hidden, it is too good of a camp spot to not share. My two dogs absolutely love it here and it is as peaceful of a place as you'll find. This is year 3 of coming to this site.
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