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Crystal Camp

94%
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22 reviews
 · Mount Ida, Montgomery, Arkansas
2 acres hosted by Sam And Michelle L.
4 RV/tent sites
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Near Hot Springs National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the .
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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The Crystal Camp Campground is a rock hounding paradise and is less than two minutes from the Crystal Vista, Wegner and Avatar Crystal mines. This area of Arkansas produces some of the finest quartz crystals on earth and your chances of finding real treasure at any of the nearby mines is pretty much guaranteed. If your kids like to play in the dirt and hunt for treasure they will fill their pockets with real gems at any of the nearby mines. Please Note: This is a beautiful property and ready for your trip but guests should expect a work in progress as well. The property is newly cleared, we installed new picnic tables and have fire rings, but that's the extent of the amenities right now. This property was basically a 2 acre blackberry patch. About half has been cleared and 4 campsites created but the rest is still in progress. Work will not be performed during your stay. You may see tools and signs of recent work etc.. Located on a paved section of Owley Road in Mount Ida Arkansas. This is a large 2 acre property with four cleared sites that offer plenty of room for any size tent(s). Generators are welcome and pets are too. The property is bordered by old growth national forest and an ice cold spring fed stream is located in the national forest behind the property. Like all wooded areas in Arkansas ticks should be expected while hiking and camping at the Crystal Camp Campground. Please bring tick defense for yourself and pets.The Crystal Camp Campground is a rock hounding paradise and is less than two minutes from the Crystal Vista, Wegner and Avatar Crystal mines.   This area of Arkansas produces some of the finest quartz crystals on earth and your chances of finding real treasure at any of the nearby mines is pretty much guaranteed.  If your kids like to play in the dirt and hunt for treasure they will fill their pockets with real gems at any of the nearby mines.  Please Note: This is a beautiful property and ready for your trip but guests should expect a work in progress as well. The property is newly cleared,  we installed new picnic tables, but that's the extent of the amenities right now. This property was basically a 2 acre blackberry patch. About half has been cleared and 4 campsites created but the rest is still in progress. Work will not be performed during your stay.  You may see tools and signs of recent work etc..  Located on a paved section of Owley Road in Mount Ida Arkansas.  This is a large 2 acre property with four cleared sites that offer plenty of room for any size tent(s). Generators are welcome and pets are too. The property is bordered by old growth national forest and an ice cold spring fed stream is located in the national forest behind the property. If you have the time be sure to check out Little Missouri Falls, the Winding Staircase and the Albert Pike recreation area.   Like all wooded areas in Arkansas ticks should be expected while hiking and camping at the Crystal Camp Campground. Please bring tick defense for yourself and pets.
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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 9 m
The Crystal Camp Campground is a rock hounding paradise and is less than two minutes from the Crystal Vista, Wegner and Avatar Crystal mines.   This area of Arkansas produces some of the finest quartz crystals on earth and your chances of finding real treasure at any of the nearby mines is pretty much guaranteed.  If your kids like to play in the dirt and hunt for treasure they will fill their pockets with real gems at any of the nearby mines.  Please Note: This is a beautiful property and ready for your trip but guests should expect a work in progress as well. The property is newly cleared,  we installed new picnic tables, but that's the extent of the amenities right now. This property was basically a 2 acre blackberry patch. About half has been cleared and 4 campsites created but the rest is still in progress. Work will not be performed during your stay.  You may see tools and signs of recent work etc..  Located on a paved section of Owley Road in Mount Ida Arkansas.  This is a large 2 acre property with four cleared sites that offer plenty of room for any size tent(s). Generators are welcome and pets are too. The property is bordered by old growth national forest and an ice cold spring fed stream is located in the national forest behind the property. If you have the time be sure to check out Little Missouri Falls, the Winding Staircase and the Albert Pike recreation area.   Like all wooded areas in Arkansas ticks should be expected while hiking and camping at the Crystal Camp Campground. Please bring tick defense for yourself and pets.
Campfires allowed
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
from
$20
/ night
for NaN guests
4 dispersed sites

Reviews

94% Recommend33 ratings · 22 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Crystals, Crystals, Crystals!!!!
Tent · Group trip ·
Crystal Camp
This was so much fun. My family and I fell in love with this place. The site was very well taken care of. We had so much fun we are already planning another trip
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Magen P.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
Always just what I’m looking for! Location, size, convenience, cleanliness.
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C Braxton G.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· October 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Crystal Camp
Definitely a bare bones camp ground. I’m a bit of a city child so we did not stay but the camp is a hidden gem for off road camping. Wish the last guests would have followed the leave no trace.
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Allona C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Will be back!
5 m car ·
Crystal Camp
I drove from Alabama with my dogs, and we had a great time! We car camped, but plenty of flat space if you are tent camping. I will be coming back for a longer trip as soon as I can! The scenery out there was beautiful and lots of places to find nice quartz pieces. And for those wondering, I had good cell service the entire time out there.
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Briana H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
5 m car ·
Crystal Camp
The mountain and forest location is awesome! You can leave your stuff and go check out all the crystal spots! They are super close. The owners are super responsive.
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Jami N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
Great place to get away from the hustle of city living. Perfect spot too setup camp.
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Jessie S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
Nice campsite, make sure to bring big spray and use it. Found some amazing rocks.
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Jessica S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
It was a real treat to be able to find crystals at the place we pitched our tent! Their property is a rock lovers paradise! Thank you for having us! We hope to be back very soon!
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Terrie K.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Crystal Camp
Beautiful and peaceful land! It was just a quick walk to one of the most beautiful hikes. We will be back soon!
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Michelle D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
5 m campervan · With pets ·
Crystal Camp
Beautiful, peaceful site. Easy to find. Crystals all over the ground and wonderful forest hikes behind the property. Hosts were very responsive to my last minute booking.
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Cynthia H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
6 m campervan · With kids ·
Crystal Camp
This was a beautiful low key spot. Close to Crystal mining. The hosts were lovely and responded quickly. I would definitely stay here again.
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Nicole D.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
It rained during our stay. We still felt safe and enjoyed the trees
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Lorraine N.
16 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
9 m campervan ·
Crystal Camp
A nice secluded camp right off a blacktop road. We enjoyed exploring in the national forest which butts up to the property. The neighbors drive a loud pickup truck and have barking dogs so there are some noises in the early night and early morning.
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Jerri L.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
Amazing spot for viewing the eclipse. We drove from Alabama with our dog the day before. Crystal Vista is a must if you stay here. We left with some amazing finds. The site is very dog friendly. Our neighbors dogs and ours had the best time playing the whole time.
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Rachel R.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2023
Primitive getaway!
Tent · With pets ·
Crystal Camp
I really enjoyed this spot! It was very primitive, no water, electric, or bathroom, but that was expected. The host even clarified we knew that before confirming the reservation. Make sure you come prepared! It was only 5 min away from crystal vista trail and that’s what we came for. I would come again and recommend to avid campers.
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James T.
4 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· January 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Crystal Camp
It was a good spot to pitch a tent, with a reasonable walk you'll find a nice creek & just beyond it - a brushy area with beautiful stones and minerals if youre willing to dig around. Spend a couple of hours and youll find some points! Unfortunately the porto potties weren't there and as we hadn't packed for completely primitive, we decided to up and stay at an Inn for our last night in the area. Owners were quick to respond and helped all they could, being it was a holiday weekend they couldn't get anyone out and we understood. I'd recommend packing for primitive just in case.
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Annie U.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2022
Perfect, affordable spot!
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
Perfect spot for anyone wanting to dig quartz at Crystal Vista or other mines close by! I highly recommend! Sam and Michelle’s property backs up to the National Forest with a creek where I found a perfect point before I headed to Crystal Vista. The owners were very friendly and communicated well before and after my stay. Will definitely be back!!!
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Ellen E.
3 reviews
Recommends
· November 2022
Great Overnight stay
4 m car ·
Crystal Camp
We were only a here for a quick overnight passing through town, but was perfect for us. had fun looking for quartz points in the creek behind the property in the morning even through it was super cold out, couldn’t resist!
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Crista B.
6 reviews
Recommends
· November 2022
Tent · With pets ·
Crystal Camp
Always love camping here! Michelle is always more than accommodating
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Lona L.
22 reviews
Recommends
· November 2022
Tent ·
Crystal Camp
Great stay! Quiet and beautiful piece of land with access to a creek for great crystal hunting.
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Carson A.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2022
7 m campervan · With pets ·
Crystal Camp
ABSOLUTELY a lovely place to tent camp or Van Camp, which we did. Close to several of the mines, which we loved because we are avid Rockhounders! Will definitely stay again!
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Jacqueline M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
Crystal Camp
It was right next to everything we wanted to do. Also it had a gate with a no trespassing sign which I think is great idea for both sides. The spring behind the camp is a great mini adventure for the younger crew.
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Aaron E.
2 years on Hipcamp

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Mount Ida, Montgomery, Arkansas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Sam And Michelle L.

Joined in July 2019
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 5 hours

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