Equipment & Vehicle Limits
Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.
- Max Vehicle Length
- 25
- Max Num of Vehicles
- 2
- Site Height/Overhead Clearance
- 15
- Driveway Surface
- Paved
- Driveway Entry
- Back-In
CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC
Site 26 — BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA · Arkansas · Loop Upper Loop
Campsite 26 at BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA in Arkansas. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 12 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.
35.97438, -92.17720
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Weather at BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.
Today
Light Rain
89°/71°
💧 8%🌬 10mph
↑ 7:03 AM ↓ 6:52 PM
Fri
Rain
72°/67°
💧 40%🌬 9mph
↑ 7:04 AM ↓ 6:50 PM
Sat
Overcast
73°/61°
💧 6%🌬 9mph
↑ 7:05 AM ↓ 6:49 PM
Sun
Overcast
85°/64°
💧 2%🌬 7mph
↑ 7:06 AM ↓ 6:47 PM
Mon
Clear
83°/57°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:07 AM ↓ 6:46 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
- Rain jacket / shell40% chance of precipitation in the forecast.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protectionSunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
- Dry bags for electronicsPhone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Capacity & Rules
- Max Num of People
- 12
- Min Num of People
- 6
- Capacity/Size Rating
- Double
- Pets Allowed
- Yes
Site Features
- Picnic Table
- Y
- Fire Pit
- Y
- Shade
- Full
- Campfire Allowed
- Yes
How Site 26 Compares
- One of 24 sites at BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA — 18 of them in the Upper Loop loop.
Other sites in the Upper Loop loop
Site 23STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 18STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 29STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 17STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 25STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 30STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served
Photos from BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.
Permitted Equipment
Tent
Booking Tips for Site 26
- First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
- Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
- Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
- Check-in/out: 2:00 PM / 2:00 PM
- Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
- Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps