Camping in the Ozarks

Ancient mountains with clear rivers, limestone caves, and miles of forested trails.

20+ Campgrounds4.6★ AverageBest: Year-round (varies by season)

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Blanchard Springs Campgrounds

Ozark-St. Francis National ForestsAR

Excellent Ozark National Forest location with 4.77 rating and solid review count, offering comprehensive camping options including tent and RV sites with full outdoor activities.

White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

Ozark-St. Francis National ForestsWinslow, AR

Iconic White Rock Mountain Recreation Area provides quintessential Ozark camping with mountain views, diverse lodging options including cabins, and excellent hiking opportunities.

Buffalo National RiverSt. Joe, AR

Premier Buffalo National River camping with excellent rating and proximity, offering classic Ozark wilderness experience with crystal-clear river access.

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Richland Creek Campground

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

Closest quality option at 11.4 miles in the heart of Ozark National Forest, providing excellent access to hiking and swimming with comprehensive camping facilities.

Buffalo National RiverJasper, AR

Buffalo National River location offers authentic Ozark wilderness camping with excellent river access for fishing and swimming adventures.

Haw Creek Falls Point Of Interest

Ozark-St. Francis National ForestsHagarville, AR

Features beautiful Haw Creek Falls as a highlight attraction, providing scenic Ozark National Forest camping with hiking and swimming opportunities.

Bayou Bluff Point Of Interest

Ozark-St. Francis National ForestsHector, AR

Bayou Bluff offers unique Ozark camping with excellent water access and comprehensive activities, representing the diverse landscapes of the region.

Spring Creek Campground

Buffalo National RiverHarriet, AR

Spring Creek provides intimate Buffalo National River camping experience with excellent rating and classic Ozark wilderness activities.

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Cove Lake Recreation Area

Ozark-St. Francis National ForestsParis, AR

Cove Lake Recreation Area offers mountain lake camping with cabins and full amenities, showcasing the Ozark's diverse recreational opportunities.

Buffalo National RiverYellville, AR

Buffalo Point is a flagship destination with high visitor volume, offering comprehensive facilities and representing premier Ozark National River camping.

Long Pool Recreation Area

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

Long Pool Recreation Area provides excellent Ozark National Forest camping with river access and diverse activities in a scenic mountain setting.

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Wolf Pen offers unique tent-only camping experience in pristine Ozark National Forest setting, perfect for wilderness enthusiasts.

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Blanchard Springs Campgrounds

White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

Rush Campground

Richland Creek Campground

Ozark Campground

Haw Creek Falls Point Of Interest

Bayou Bluff Point Of Interest

Spring Creek Campground

Cove Lake Recreation Area

Buffalo Point

Long Pool Recreation Area

Wolf Pen Campground

Gunner Pool Campground

Bidwell Point Park

Highway 125 Park Bull Shoals

Lakeview Park

Aux Arc

Mill Creek (Missouri)

Old Highway 86

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About This Destination

Ozark Mountains (North-Central Arkansas) — Buffalo National River & Ozark National Forest camping offers an extraordinary blend of pristine river corridors, limestone bluffs, and deep forest wilderness across one of Arkansas's most scenic regions. This rugged landscape combines the wild, free-flowing waters of America's first National River with the high ridges and cave systems of the Ozark National Forest, creating a camping destination that appeals to everyone from families seeking developed campgrounds to backpackers craving remote wilderness experiences.

Best Time

April, May, September, and October offer the ideal combination of comfortable temperatures, stable weather, and stunning natural beauty. Spring brings wildflower blooms and excellent river flows for floating, while fall delivers spectacular foliage and crisp hiking conditions.

Destination Highlights

20+ campgrounds within 80 miles
Located in Arkansas
Options for every camping style

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Tips & Recommendations

1Book developed campgrounds 2-6 months ahead for summer and fall weekends, especially during peak foliage season.
2For the famous Hawksbill Crag photo opportunity, arrive pre-dawn or visit midweek to avoid crowds and secure the best lighting.
3Always check river levels before floating trips and scout put-in/take-out points in advance.
4Carry paper maps or offline GPS apps for National Forest areas where cell service is unreliable.

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