Camping and RV Parks

• Setting up camp under the stars

Looking for a great place to go camping in Arkansas? Whether you are traveling the road in your RV or looking for a classic rustic camping experience, the Ozark Mountain Region is one of the most beautiful areas in the United States to camp for a night or an extended stay. State park campgrounds and private campgrounds in the region offer quality conveniences, and nearly all state and national parks provide beautiful public recreation areas.

State Park Campgrounds

Bull Shoals State Park

Bull Shoals State Park is located about 15 miles from Mountain Home in Lakeview, just below Bull Shoals Dam. Facilities include restrooms, hot showers, trout dock/marina, boat ramp, hiking trails, picnic sites. There are 85 RV/tent campsites with water and electric, 20 without hookups and many scenic rustic campsites. Rent-a-camp services are available for those vacationers and groups without equipment.Phone: (870) 431-5521.

Buffalo National River

Buffalo National River campground area is maintained by the National Park Service and includes 14 different campgrounds, all adjacent to the Buffalo River except Lost Valley. Additional information on camping near the Buffalo can be obtained from the park superintendent at (870) 741-5443, or by writing Buffalo National River, 402 N. Walnut, Suite 136, Harrison, AR 72602-1173.

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The U.S. Corps of Engineers maintains campsites around the Twin Ozark Mountain Region lakes, Bull Shoals Lake and Lake Norfork. Information and reservations for these campgrounds can be obtained through the Corps of Engineers. For information, call the Resident Engineer, (870) 425-2700; for reservations, contact the National Recreation Reservation System toll free, (877) 444-6777.