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Illinois River Paradise | 60 Acres

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· Wheeler, Washington, Arkansas
60 acres hosted by Tyler M.
1 tent site
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
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.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 while watching the sunset. Seriously, it’s the best view west of Fayetteville. 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/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! Depending on your vehicle, there is a 5 minute walk to most available campsites from the parking area. 2 minute walk if you can drive over a 4" stumps and will stop at the stake in the road. UTV service available and recommended if you have a lot of gear. Please select add on for firewood if you’d like some at your site. I will have more than enough for each night’s stay. 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, but you’re competing with the neighborhood beaver so be on the lookout for him! Please practice catch and release so future campers can enjoy. Plus, a legal keeper smallmouth at 14” is roughly a 7-8 year old fish! Free the fighter! Absolutely no hunting wildlife or foraging mushrooms.
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Abby P.recommends
July 1, 2024
Riverside Hideaway NWA 60acres
Loved tent camping at this beautiful spot! Host is so friendly and directions were very clear! There is endless amount of things to do while you are there! We will definitely be back, & perfect place for bringing the kiddos too!
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Mandy S.recommends
June 28, 2024
Riverside Hideaway NWA 60acres
Very peaceful!
Perfect summer river hideaway!!! We loved this place and it was so quiet. We were able to get our camper van down to the camping spot near the river. Such a cool set up. Loved fishing and wading the river. Caught bass, smallmouth, longear and green sunfish. The water felt amazing! The spot was supper shady, which was a life saver on those hot summer days. We popped up our mesh tent to keep the flies off and set up our kitchen. Loved the night sounds and all the lightning bugs! So gorgeous. Perfect place to camp with a big family. My son would've loved this spot when he was younger. Tyler was an awesome host, great communication and instruction. He has done a great job with this site. Very easy to get to, close to town, but out in the woods away from the hustle and bustle. Thanks for sharing your beautiful property!! We had a wonderful, relaxing visit. Would love to return in the future!
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Kristen M.recommends
June 16, 2024
Riverside Hideaway NWA 60acres
Simply put, the perfect campsite.
If you’re looking for a secluded backwoods type campsite next to a beautiful river this is the one! We absolutely loved spending the weekend at Tyler‘s campsite with our families. There was tons of space for tents and we were able to pull our vehicles up right near the site for the utmost convenience! Tyler was an incredible host, always keeping in contact and replying with any help we needed ASAP. His site offers amazing sunset views, canoes, kayaks, Adirondack chairs, lounge canopies, hammocks, fishing poles, firewood, 2 picnic tables, solar hanging lights and so much privacy! The campsite is situated just feet from the most perfect swimming/floating/kayaking river/creek. We loved catching fish and just relaxing in the water as a family. I honestly cannot overstate how perfect and beautiful the campsite was. We can guarantee we will be back as soon as possible! Thank you Tyler!
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Kari G.recommends
June 12, 2024
Riverside Hideaway NWA 60acres
Just book it!
Thank you Tyler and the Athletes in Action for creating such a beautiful place to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of every day life. While kayaking, we got to see a kingfisher catch a fish and our dog Copper jumped out of the kayak to chase a deer. There were several gravel bars to stop at and get out for a swim. We awoke each morning to the sounds of the birds- highly recommend bringing some birdseed for the bird feeder Tyler setup at camp. The views from camp are absolutely beautiful and something you should experience! Tyler was fantastic with communicating… even when I asked questions that I already had the information on… 😂 We can’t wait to come visit again! Thank you again Tyler!
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Valerie F.recommends
June 3, 2024
Riverside Hideaway NWA 60acres
such a beautiful place, so peaceful will have to come again!!
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Steven H.recommends
May 30, 2024
Riverside Hideaway NWA 60acres
Loved our stay here. Tyler was extremely helpful and responsive to questions. Provided excellent directions to get to the camping area and gave great recommendations on local hikes.
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Wheeler, Washington, Arkansas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), O-ga-xpa Ma-zhoⁿ (O-ga-xpa) (Quapaw), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Caddo, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Tyler M.

Joined in July 2021
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