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Big Brushy sits in Ouachita National Forest outside Pencil Bluff, Arkansas, where Big Brushy Creek runs directly alongside the sites. Four sites total. The campground accommodates tents and rooftop tents but has no hookups, and highway noise carries in from the adjacent road. Flash flood signage is posted throughout the area, so creek levels warrant close attention before and during any stay. Pets are welcome, and cell service is available. Campers exploring pet-friendly campgrounds around Ouachita National Forest will find this a straightforward, low-amenity option with direct creek access and walking trails down to the water.

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Map & DirectionsBig Brushy is located in Arkansas near Oden

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Directions

Six miles northwest of Pencil Bluff, AR on U.S. 270.

Coordinates

34.68481733 N
93.81185275 W

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Connectivity

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    T-Mobile
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
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    AT&T
    No Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 12/6/25

Connectivity

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  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T
    No Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 12/6/25

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

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Reviewed May. 28, 2023

Big Brushy creek campground

This campground has 4 camp sites which accommodate tent, or rooftop tent. There are no hookups. Very quiet little campground, however you are just off the highway and will have road noise. The Big Brushy Creek is right beside the campground and has several walking trails down to the creek. This creek floods quickly and there are signs located through the park indicating it is a flash flood area, so be aware.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Big Brushy?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.