Best Camping near Batesville, AR

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Batesville, AR is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Batesville is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Discover great camping spots near Batesville, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Batesville, AR (91)

    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
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    1. John F Kennedy

    22 Reviews
    48 Photos
    110 Saves

    Overview

    John F. Kennedy Park is located on the Little Red River just downstream of Greers Ferry Dam in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. In his last major appearance before his death, President John F. Kennedy stood on a flag-draped platform overlooking the just-completed Greers Ferry Dam and spoke of the prosperity the lake would bring to the region.Today, a million visitors flock yearly to the scenic waters for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose, fitness trail.The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall colors in autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 250-0481 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    With over 30,000 acres of water surface, the lake serves as a playground for all kinds of water sports. Eighteen parks around the shoreline provide modern campgrounds, boat ramps, swim areas and marinas. The Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery, in Heber Springs, located below the dam, offers free tours. Built in 1965, the hatchery produces about one million rainbow trout a year for restocking the Little Red and other Arkansas streams.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 - $28 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests

    2. Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests

    24 Reviews
    101 Photos
    6 Saves

    Overview

    Blanchard Springs Recreation Area is located in the scenic Ozark National Forest. The Ozark Mountains are known for beautiful "rolling" hills, hidden caverns, waterfalls and clear flowing streams. Examples of early Ozark culture and music can be found throughout the region. Blanchard recreation area is a great starting point for an Ozark adventure.

    Recreation

    Trout fishing is available on nearby Mirror Lake. Other popular activities in the Blanchard area include mountain biking, hiking and swimming.

    Facilities

    Trout fishing is available on nearby Mirror Lake. Other popular activities in the Blanchard area include mountain biking, hiking and swimming.

    Natural Features

    The facilities are near picturesque rock bluffs and crystal clear streams. Sites are well shaded by stately yellow pine trees.

    Nearby Attractions

    Blanchard Springs Caverns offers tours, exhibits and family activities. North Sylamore hiking trail follows the scenic Sylamore creek for 25 miles and connects to the Ozark Highland trail. Mountain biking is available on 50 miles of the Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground

    3. COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground

    14 Reviews
    22 Photos
    16 Saves

    Overview

    Old Highway 25 Park is located on Greers Ferry Lake in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. The environment provides the ideal location for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose fitness trail. The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall colors in autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 250-0483 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery, in Heber Springs, located below the dam, offers free tours. Built in 1965, the hatchery produces about one million rainbow trout a year for restocking the Little Red and other Arkansas streams.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $16 - $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park

    4. Lake Charles State Park

    18 Reviews
    53 Photos
    53 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $24 - $36 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs

    5. Heber Springs

    13 Reviews
    35 Photos
    74 Saves

    Overview

    Heber Springs Park is located on Greers Ferry Lake in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. The environment provides the ideal location for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving, and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose, fitness trail.The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    Greers Ferry Lake is known for it's deep, clean waters. The visibility is so clear, scuba diving is a popular pastime.A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall color in autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 250-0485 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    With over 30,000 acres of water surface, the lake serves as a playground for all kinds of water sports. Eighteen parks around the shoreline provide modern campgrounds, boat ramps, swim areas and marinas.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park

    6. Jacksonport State Park

    6 Reviews
    14 Photos
    21 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site Campground

    7. Dam Site Campground

    9 Reviews
    24 Photos
    34 Saves

    This recreation area is part of Greers Ferry Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Tent Cabin
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site(greers Ferry)
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site(greers Ferry)
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site(greers Ferry)
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site(greers Ferry)
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site(greers Ferry)
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam Site(greers Ferry)

    8. Dam Site(greers Ferry)

    9 Reviews
    30 Photos
    31 Saves

    Overview

    Dam Site Park is located at Greers Ferry Dam at the foot of Round Mountain in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. The environment provides the ideal location for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose fitness trail.The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall colors during autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Nearby Attractions

    With over 30,000 acres of water surface, the lake serves as a playground for all kinds of water sports. Eighteen parks around the shoreline provide modern campgrounds, boat ramps, swim areas and marinas. The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center. The Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery, in Heber Springs, located below the dam, offers free tours. Built in 1965, the hatchery produces about one million rainbow trout a year for restocking the Little Red and other Arkansas streams.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 362-5233 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 - $150 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp

    9. Sylamore Creek Camp

    11 Reviews
    57 Photos
    66 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock

    10. Red River Trout Dock

    6 Reviews
    44 Photos
    18 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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Pet-friendly camping near Batesville

Recent Reviews In Batesville

280 Reviews of 91 Batesville Campgrounds


  • Jonathan P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    The ABSOLUTE WORST STAFF ON THE PLANET

    While it was pretty last year (the reason it was my first pick this year) the owner uses Marissa, Jamie and Serena as his own personal shield to avoid taking responsibility for his business, and all of them are rude as all get out. Marissa promised multiple times that the owner would call me, and kept changing when exactly that would be. Two days later, I have NEVER heard from him, despite him being fully aware he needed to contact me. I ended up having the credit card company cancel the charge.

    And omg, the shower house. Bring a space heater. It's an open air shed with exposed pvc and no drain. I can't imagine how it operates in the winter.

    If you come in October, expect loud screaming, gun shots and chainsaws for THREE HOURS at night from one of their events your probably won't be told about til you arrive. Greg deserves to have this place fail.

  • Rick T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Heber Springs

    Nice

    Despite that, I’ll just say that I love the town of Heber Springs which is located on the Lake. Area Code It may be because I have so many memories in Heber from my time in college so I should drop that disclaimer.

  • Rick T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Sky RV Park
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Blue Sky RV Park

    Nice

    The location is great. This park is in between Walmart and the river. Area Code The downtown is only a few minutes away and they are always having singing at the park in the beautiful outdoor areas.

  • Alice S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Henry Gray Hurricane Lake Wildlife Management Area
    Oct. 11, 2024

    Henry Gray Hurricane Lake Wildlife Management Area

    Mosquito Alley

    The site itself isn't bad. It is very well shaded with 8-10 concrete pads. There are a few concrete benches and a water spigot. There is a huge parking lot next to it for trucks with boats/trailers to park.

    This site is normally used for hunting and fishing. There is a shooting range on the road before you get to the site.

    I'm here I October and there are still quite a few mosquitoes. I imagine in the warmer months they would be unbearable. Also the cell signal is pretty spotty.

    Overall, nice for a free spot but not the greatest.

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam - Quarry
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Dam - Quarry

    River view

    Decent campground with excellent trout fishing! The campground layout was kinda weird and the dump station was in an odd spot. However, we had a nice river front site that we really enjoyed. Lots of nice people in the campground and on the river. Be sure to visit the hatchery across the street. . Limited AT&T service. Individual Private suite style bathrooms. Playground. No store, no firewood for sale. Level sites. Several sites have covers over the picnic tables. .

  • Kathy D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Misty Mornings Arkansas Cabins & RV Sites
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Misty Mornings Arkansas Cabins & RV Sites

    Peaceful, Clean, Guest Favorite in Norfork, Arkansas

    Most peaceful place to stay. You are surrounded by mountains, wildlife, birds, eagles, deer, geese and the confluence of the White & Norfork River is at the end of driveway. Norfork Lake is just a few miles away. Love the Pavilion, fire pit and corn hole!

  • Terry M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring River Oaks
    Jun. 24, 2024

    Spring River Oaks

    Bad experience

    Was extremely dissatisfied with the whole experience.   Bad service with staff and dirty accommodations.  Noisey at night.  Never going back.  Also overpriced.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    May. 10, 2024

    Red River Trout Dock

    Peaceful Quaint Relaxing

    This is an older private campground that is very well maintained right on the river. Peaceful tranquil setting with owners/operators on site that are very friendly. Bath houses are private and immaculate. RV sites are full hook up 50 amp. RV sites are spacious and nightly rate is a great value. Highly recommend

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    May. 7, 2024

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    Beautiful Creek

    Loved being able to camp so close to the creek! The campsites weren’t anything special, but it is perfect for a weekend getaway. The lower campground does not have a bathroom, have to walk to the hill. The bathrooms were clean, but the shower house is basically like taking an outdoor shower. They do sell wood, ice and have a small selection of items inside the office. The location is great and the river is gorgeous making this a place would would definitely return to.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    May. 5, 2024

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    Disappointed

    We have stayed here 2 times, once in a RV a couple years ago and had a nice experience. The second just this week. Since we stayed here last the prices have increased per night and it has come under new ownership. We stayed in the “wren” cabin. Which is over looking campsites below and sylamore creek. Not horrible, but honestly if I’m paying for water views I want to see the water not campers. Overall fairly clean, other than the debris pictured in the shower. No problem, sometimes mistakes happen. Could have even fell from the ceiling when the door closed or something after it was cleaned. My biggest issue, we were here for 3 nights. Typically I like to shower a couple times a day as does my wife when it is hot out. We had a total of 2 bath towels and 2 wash cloths upon arrival. Rather than new ones being brought daily, you are required to take the used ones to the camp store and exchange them yourself. I’m on vacation, I don’t personally feel it should be my responsibility to secure my own towels on MY time. I mean, I’m here for 3 days, give me 6 towels and wash cloths and count them when I leave if your that worried about towel theft. I’ve travelled half way around the world and never had this issue before. But if I’m paying $140 a night for a room worth about $90 (at best) I’d at least like enough towels to get me through my stay or maybe send someone by with new ones. One more thing, note the front door pic needs painted at a minimum, I mean, it’s not just one thing, it’s attention to detail and upkeep. The bathroom door also rubbed the floor and the floor was uneven overall. I get around pretty good, but I can see this being a trip hazard for someone elderly. Point being, I did not get a good value for the stay I purchased. I did confront the towel issue and the response was “we’ve always done it that way”. Doesn’t sound like it will change soon, which means I won’t be back and wouldn’t encourage anyone else to stay here either. On a positive, it’s not a bad location. I will also mention the bed, it wasn’t bad, but could have lived without the sandpaper sheets.

  • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dam - Quarry
    Mar. 26, 2024

    Dam - Quarry

    Clean campground, nice location

    Average space between sites. Level paved sites with gravel picnic area including picnic table, fire ring, lantern hanger. Some sites had covered picnic area. Limited shade, most sites don’t have trees. Good access to sites. Clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. Garbage cans were outside of bathrooms, as well as dumpsters near the registration building. Friendly staff upon check in. Campground was patrolled regularly. No laundry or recycling. Nearby road with little road noise. Verizon cell signal was excellent. There is a dump station and potable fill station. No store or food for purchase on site. No hiking in campground, but multiple trails nearby. Boat ramp at campground and lots of wading fly fishing in river. Fish hatchery across from campground.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Clouds RV & Cabins Resort
    Mar. 1, 2024

    Blue Clouds RV & Cabins Resort

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Creek RV Park
    Jan. 3, 2024

    Little Creek RV Park

    Great place to stay

    We stayed 3 days and really enjoyed it everyone there at the time was very friendly and the owners were friendly and helpful we will be staying there again soon 👍

  • MGySgt K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fairfield Bay RV Campground & Marina
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Fairfield Bay RV Campground & Marina

    It is okay

    We stayed September the 2022. Electric & water only. Dump site about half mile away, with dumpsters for trash. The cons or negative was: 1) only one bath house and it was atrocious dirty. 2) the simple restroom near our site was filthy also. 3) our fire pit, the people before us left trash. 4) Our site had the back of our trailer over looking the lake. That was okay, we just set up our chairs behind the trailer for an enjoyable view. But the truck was at such a angle because the sites are level but on a steep slope. Hence, my angle had me backing down hill. Once my trailer was on level site, my truck was at an angle, I could not get my weight distribution bars off. T9 much force. I had to pull out , remove bars and back back in. You better have extra chuck blocks, because your tow vehicle sits on a heck of an angle, at my site. While it is basically shaded and i liked the quiet, for we were the only people there the weekend after labor day, only a car camper lady and her 3 kids were next to us. You do have to drive to get anything. So pros/positives: 1) the view! 2) check in lady at liquor store ultra nice. 3) workers at Marina Ultra nice. 3) Gym people ultra nice, they let us shower at the gym, 4) Everyone in Arkansas was very nice actually. The land of nice people. But the clean up guy in the small pickup truck, does not really clean. He just kind of wanders through the area most mornings.

  • Brad G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
    Oct. 22, 2023

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    worst campground we have been to

    We had a terrible experience camping here over the weekend. We were expecting a nice quiet family outing with friends but that is not what we got. I have never been to a rv park where there is a haunted hayride and haunted house on site only feet away from campers but we also had to listen to screaming, banging, chainsaws and tractors running until 10pm each night. So the kids decided to check out the hayride and haunted house with the moms and did so but were to chicken to go through the house. So i challenged the older kids to go through the house with me. So we made our way over to the house and were met with an upset clown that said we had to go to the office to get our vouchers because the kids had been through the house too many times already. So we go and get the vouchers and go on the hayride without any problems when we pull back up to the house the clown then confronts me and tells me i need to tell the kids to stop throwing rocks during the hayride. I said who and then asked the kids if they did and they said no and he continues to accuse them of throwing rocks. I then confront this clown about accusing my kids of doing something and he then starts dropping f bombs left and right and starts threating to call the cops which i said please do but i guess decided not to. So after a few back and forth words i decide to leave the situation and take the kids back to the camper and he proceeds to follow me and continue to use the f word repeatedly. I can say i will never be back to this clown of a campground and would not want my worst enemy staying here. Their sign says no cussing or you will be escorted off the premises but i guess that only applies to the guests not the employees. The sign also says beware of clowns. So do yourself a favor and don't waste your time or money on this clown of a place.

  • Brian G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Oct. 19, 2023

    Red River Trout Dock

    Back for a 2nd time!!

    My son wanted to come back for his birthday weekend. We had just as much fun this time as we had the first time.

  • Dave K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Creek RV Park
    Sep. 20, 2023

    Little Creek RV Park

    Quiet park w/ well maintained hookups

    Small park with new concrete pads. Details unavailable online, but no toilets or showers, but has RV waste/water /power hookups

  • Brian G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Sep. 4, 2023

    Red River Trout Dock

    Great getaway!!

    We stayed here 3 nights over the Labor Day weekend. The sites close to the road are really easy to get into. Just be prepared to do a some leveling but that’s part of camping right? The sites that are closer to the river are kind of close together and some of the sites look to have campers that are permanently there. The fishing was great at the dock and the owners are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. We plan on going back in October because my son wants to have his birthday there. Definitely would recommend Red River Trout Dock to anyone.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Gunner Pool Recreation Area
    Aug. 28, 2023

    Gunner Pool Recreation Area

    Gunner Pools nature at her best

    Nice camp ground, clean and warm well spaced spots. Out houses kept up, the water is the best. You can hike for days, right up the creek. Shaded spots. One of my favorites



Guide to Batesville

Camping near Batesville, Arkansas, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful scenery and plenty of activities, there are several campgrounds that cater to different camping styles.

What to do

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Woolly Hollow State Park, one visitor said, “The bathhouse is located in the center of all of the sites so access is easy.”
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A camper at Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground mentioned, “The sites are all asphalted and the bathhouse is located in the center of all of the sites.”
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A visitor at Lake Charles State Park Campground said, “The staff was super friendly.”

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, at Gunner Pool Recreation Area, one camper noted, “There are no stores in the camp in addition to no firewood available at the campsite.”
  • Primitive Camping: If you’re looking for a more rustic experience, Old Highway 25 Greers Ferry Lake Campground offers primitive camping. A visitor mentioned, “The campground is older as most COE camps are but the ones in Arkansas have a great deal of charm and beauty.”
  • Road Noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads. A reviewer at Heber Springs pointed out, “Nice campground, but not big rig friendly due to unlevel sites.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Woolly Hollow State Park, a reviewer said, “There is a playground for kids to play.”
  • Plan for Bugs: Some areas can be buggy, especially near water. A camper at Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground noted, “There were a significant amount of mosquitoes.”
  • Bring Outdoor Games: Campgrounds often have open spaces for games. One camper at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River suggested, “Enjoyed walking on the dock and view of the water.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at John F Kennedy mentioned, “Several pull thru spots, most are back in.”
  • Wi-Fi Availability: Some campgrounds have decent Wi-Fi. A visitor at Lake Charles State Park Campground said, “The Wi-Fi strength was awesome during the day.”
  • Be Prepared for Road Noise: If you’re sensitive to noise, consider this before booking. A camper at Heber Springs mentioned the nearby highway noise.

Camping around Batesville, Arkansas, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Batesville, AR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Batesville, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 91 campgrounds and RV parks near Batesville, AR and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Batesville, AR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Batesville, AR is John F Kennedy with a 4.8-star rating from 22 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Batesville, AR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Batesville, AR.

  • What parks are near Batesville, AR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 25 parks near Batesville, AR that allow camping, notably Greers Ferry Lake and Buffalo National River.