Camping Guide
Best Campgrounds in Arkansas
Looking to camp in Arkansas? Of the 420 parks and recreation sites we track here, 85 have mapped campsites — ranked below by number of sites, largest first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best campground in Arkansas?
DAM SITE(GREERS FERRY) is the largest mapped campground in Arkansas, with 243 campsites. 84 more campgrounds are ranked below.
How many campgrounds are there in Arkansas?
85 of Arkansas's 420 parks and recreation sites have mapped campsites, per Recreation.gov data.
How far in advance should I book a campsite in Arkansas?
Recreation.gov typically opens reservations 6 months ahead for popular federal campgrounds — book the day the window opens for weekend and holiday dates.
Are there first-come, first-served campsites in Arkansas?
Some sites listed below don’t require reservations — check each campground’s detail page for its reservation status before you go.
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