Maumelle Park, near Little Rock, Arkansas, is a fantastic spot for campers looking to unwind by the Arkansas River. With spacious sites that come with water and electric hookups, it’s perfect for both tents and RVs, making it a versatile choice for all types of campers.

The park is known for its beautiful views and peaceful atmosphere, especially after the weekend crowd thins out. Many visitors have enjoyed the well-spaced sites, which provide a sense of privacy while still being close to nature. One camper mentioned, “The sites are amazing. Well spaced out. Not right beside your neighbor.” 

For those who love the outdoors, there are nice walking trails nearby, and the park is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure. Campers have also appreciated the clean facilities, including restrooms and shower houses, which are a big plus after a day of exploring. 

If you’re looking for a quiet retreat with easy access to both nature and city conveniences, Maumelle Park is a solid choice. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, you’ll find plenty to enjoy in this lovely area.

## Overview

 [Maumelle Park Map][1] [Customer Comment Card][2] Special Event Application [HERE][3] All Sites in the UAMS Medical Loop MUST have Approval from a Park Ranger and a Physician Prior to Making Reservations. 
## Recreation

 The Nuttall Trail runs through the park, offering visitors hiking opportunities. Anglers will find a selection of crappie, bream, hybrid bass, white bass and more. A boat ramp is provided for campers to enjoy the river.
## Natural Features

 The campground is set on the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, a series of navigation pools used to help ships navigate upstream toward Oklahoma. The Arkansas River is one of the Mississippi's largest tributaries, flowing 1,450 miles from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, through to Kansas, Oklahoma and Arkansas. Wintering eagles can be seen in large numbers along the Arkansas River. Most of these eagles migrate from Canada and the U.S. Great Lakes region. 
## Nearby Attractions

 The Pinnacle Mountain State Park is just two miles from the campground. The 13 mountain trails here range from easy to strenuous, and each one promises captivating scenery. They also have several new mountain biking trails. See [Pinnacle Mountain State Park][4] for more information. Two Rivers Park is a city park that is also two miles form the campground. This park hase numerous hiking and biking trails, as well as, a bridge that connect the trails to the vast Arkansas River Trail. See [Two Rivers Park][5] and [Arkansas River Trail][6] 
## Charges & Cancellations

 Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. Once a reservation date has begun, customers cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center For specific information about fees and cancellations/Changes please visit: [Rules and Regulations][7]

[1]: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VfF5MB4xcfFZ-EjdQ0TqrJ5Derr-EfIN/view?usp=sharing
[2]: https://drive.google.com/file/d/130PJp7QdDH_q-kguLlHXa8dAnN7-2zYW/view?usp=sharing
[3]: https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/08/16/19/55/233098_bba86d06-54c9-4b09-8bfa-53d97494a877.pdf
[4]: https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/pinnacle-mountain-state-park
[5]: https://www.littlerock.com/little-rock-destinations/two-rivers-park
[6]: https://www.arkansas.com/little-rock/outdoors-nature/arkansas-river-trail
[7]: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies

Maumelle Park

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Maumelle, AR has a lot to offer. Maumelle is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Maumelle and user-submitted reviews.

Maumelle

The Best Camping Near Maumelle, Arkansas

If you are out and about Little Rock camp Maumelle is a great place to camp right on the river and easy to get to . Almost all the camp sites are in the shade and with the breeze off the water it's a nice place to relax . We had to be in Little Rock are doctors appointments for a week so it was nice to find this place close .Better than driving 80 miles one way everyday. The park attendants were very nice and would come by just to check if you needed anything . The showers and restrooms were clean. We had squirrels and geese and there babies visit . Watched people fishing from the bank and seen lots of big boats . They are lots of things to do in Little Rock like Two Rivers Bridge , River walk , Zoo. We would go back here anytime!

Happy camping!

This really is a very nice place to camp! It is well maintained and operated and is in a great location being near Little Rock. Caters well to the big RV'ers. Well shaded and several sites right near the water's edge. Though it doesn't affect the rating in my book, I would mention I experienced there were many seeming to stay long term and a couple asked when I'd be leaving so they could 'claim' my riverfront spot. No biggie I guess but it might make it harder for some to just show up and find the prime spots available. Overall still a great camp!

Wonderful spot on the Arkansas River

site B27
loop B
looking at the map, you wouldn't think the view to be so great,  but the map is decieving.
We had a spectacular view of passing boaters, jet skiers, and the occasional towboat with barges.  Pinnacle Mountain was the back drop for many pics. 
The park is well maintained, very clean,  and we saw the park attendant many times,  making rounds, and answering questions. 
Each site has a fire/grill pit, picnic table, and a gravel area beside the camper pad, i guess so you don't step out into a mud hole after a rain. its a nice touch!
The showers were centrally located to B loop, but each Loop has its own set of showers, and a small playground.
There are day use picnic tables along the rivers edge, and many large group shelters you can rent,  for events. 
There is a dirt Bball court we never did see.
The boat launch is nice,  and we did some night fishing from there, as we don't have a boat. 
it was very quiet-3 days and I never once heard blaring music or TV's or loud hootin' and hollerin'. :)
My son must have ridden his bike 20 miles,  just exploring. 
all in all, it was nice. but since you can't swim in the Arkansas river,  a pool or splash pad would have been perfect!

beautiful scenery on the Arkansas River!

Located within a 20-minute drive of most Little Rock homes, and just about five minutes from Pinnacle Mountain and Two Rivers Park, this campground is conveniently located for local recreation. The campsites along the Maumelle River have a pretty view, but tend to be already held down by RVs like ducks in a row. There are some nice sites on the other side of the road, even if they offer little in the way of privacy. If you might make use of the large field for a ball game or kite flying, for instance, you could choose one of the sites that back up to it. Among the downsides, you can't escape urban markers like fencing, lights, and noises at this campground (there is a marina close by). However, you can get outside, enjoy a fire and some fresh air, with easy access back to the grocery store or restaurants as needed.

Convenient location but not ideal for tent campers 

Maumelle Park is a nice campground located on the Arkansas River. They have some water front sites and several in wooded areas. The campsites are a little close together and there aren't as many trees as we typically like for privacy and hanging hammocks, but it is a nice park. They have several day use areas, a few playgrounds, and basketball courts. We stayed at site B23, which was just okay. The restroom facilities are nice. They had 2 dump stations. They do not have designated tent pads, but do have a fire ring and picnic table at each site. The campground is very close to riding trails and Pinnacle Mountain which is a fun area to hike.

Nice campground near Pinnacle Mountain

There is plenty of shady spots on a first come first serve basis

Clean and shady

This campground is beautiful, well maintained and has clean facilities for showering and restrooms. There are several dump stations which are convenient and maneuvering into your space is very easy. Each site has a picnic table, fire pit and grill. The Rangers were very helpful and provided all the information we needed for a wonderful weekend.

Beautiful campground

Nice park located on the Arkansss River with river access and lots of campsites.  Sites are level with water and electricity and picnic tables and fire rings.  Restrooms and showers.  

Get a site by the River on the east side of the park. Bathhouses clean. Crowded on Holidays since close to the City. 

Better by the River

Maumelle was full of RVs. I think we were the only tent-only campers. Being a Saturday night, it felt like a lot of locals and the mood was pretty lively. Our site was right on the river, pretty spacious, but not very private. There was no wood for sale, but our ring had leftovers, plus hot ashes- boo! RVs pretty much had string lights and music, but no generator noise since there is electricity. No-see-ums were bad once the sun starts to go. Bathrooms were clean, not covered in bugs, but short on TP. No soap. It seemed like there may have been a smelly, leach-field of some sort nearby. I think this is a convenient and nice spot, but you really have to be prepared and accepting of the openness and RVs. The host was very nice and proud of the park.

RV-Centric Suburban River Camping

Stayed here on our way out West. Great spot, easy access, really peaceful and nice view of the river. Dogs swam in river, kids fished and biked. 20B is a great slot on the river and relatively secluded. Facilities looked fairly clean, but given COVID-19, we utilized our water and 30 electric hookup in the camper. Would stay again for sure. Recommended. 

Maumelle Campground

Pretty little park that we stay in to have a great weekend of hiking at Pinnacle Mountain. Pinnacle is less than two miles up the road. 

  

Hiking Pinnacle has great views and two ways up the mountain. The main trail up is well defined and moderate to strenuous. The other side of the mountain has a trail that is strenuous to difficult. That trail looks like most other trails until you get to the base. Then it is a “bouldering” trip to the top of the mountain. 

  

Maumelle has many good sites from tent to 50amp and some nice fishing opportunities.

Great place to camp and climb Pinnacle Mountain

Great park, inexpensive and great views.  Lots of space, and lots of trees.   

A favorite place to stay

Camped here at a tent site. Clean heated bathrooms with a shower, and we had a great spot on the river! No complaints, good spot while driving through Little Rock on a road trip!


We stay during the cooler months. Easy access to the river trail cycling.

Great Campground

Large open campgrounds, nice playgrounds and beautiful campsites. Close, short bike ride!, to Pinnacle mountain park and Two Rivers parks to explore. If you’re coming to Central AR then you have to stay Maumelle park

Beautiful views year round

I enjoyed this campground! Right on the river, the sites are a good distance away from eachother, and there are a lot of sites so it wasn’t hard to find an open spot! My site (C7) is shaded by two large trees. Picnic table and water and electric hookup. No sewer. 

Lovely!

We loved the beauty of this campground. There are plenty of tall shade trees and it is right on the banks of the Arkansas River. Sites are well spaced with plenty of room in between. 

Beautiful campground 

What’s not to love about this park. Check in was super easy. Bathrooms where always clean. Each loop has its own dump station. 
This park is right on the Arkansas River so kayaking was super easy here.  
All sites had plenty of outdoor space. 

Great park close to downtown 

Stayed in May, the geese made loud noises all night. It was loud if you are in a tent. Campers from the other end of the park put on a concert of loud music and singing into the early hours. No one on site to enforce any rules. Do not get the spot across from the bathrooms. People drive up to the bathroom all night slamming car doors and start back early around 5 am. I only saw three tents and the rest RV’s but the bathroom/shower was hopping all night. Tent sleeping is a little challenging here but it’s a nice place. With 180 camp sites it’s going to be busy.

Lots of Noise

Very well maintained park. Our spot was right beside the river. As we only stayed one night, we used our own showers. Seemed to be a good bit of traffic all through the night. Would have liked to have stayed another night and done some fishing. 

Nice overnight +

This camp site had lots of room with easy access. Met the nicest people! 


Lots of Space 

The campground Does not have dispersed camping. Rates are $22 - 26 and if you have the correct park pass it will cost $10 per night. 

I hate to sing the praises of this COE campground but I believe the word is out. If you are checking out the COE website this can be a bit confusing. The COE Book list this park as Murray Lock and Dam. If you are coming to the park you will see signs for Maumelle Park.   By looking at the Arkansas River you would think the east side of the river would all be considered North Little Rock or Little Rock. Maumelle is on the west side of the Arkansas. Actually Maumelle continue across the river so the campground is considered to be Maumelle thereby making the park Maumelle Park. 

The amazing thing about Maumelle Park is the beauty. You can sit on the banks of the Arkansas and dream of all the adventures past and present. 

The park is very active for the community. The roads in the park are great for walking biking or just checking out all the campers with their friendly waves and hi’s. Count yourself lucky to get a space during the summer. Sites can be reserved and I do suggest you reserve. The 95 sites have water and electricity with some pull through sites. There is a dump station as you leave the park and each section of the park has a dump station.   Flush toilets and showers typically COE units but clean. 

It is truly a park setting with amazing mature trees. Most sites have shade. Several sites on the river but these sites are hard to come by. RESERVE RESERVE RESERVE. 

There is a boat ramp and great playground for the children. 

This park has a Medical section. It is affiliated with Baptist Hospital for their cancer patients. This is like a home away from home. Such a great idea. 

This park is minutes away from shopping, dining, movies or Pinnacle Mountain.   Check out the Big Dam Bridge,  Three Rivers Park. So much to explore or just watch the fish jumping, birds flying or the children playing. This is a location where you will find as much or as little to do as you wish. 

Fireworks are not allowed.   If you do launch a boat or kayak and float towards downtown Little Rock there is a lock that you can go through to reach the downtown area. You will need a rope and if there are boats waiting you will have to wait your turn. In order to do this you will need to be able to shuttle your kayaks or boats back to the campground. That will be your responsibility. It is a neat float and an awesome experience. Check out the River Market and Clinton Library along with Heifer International. Remember LNT. Leave No Trace. 

Peace 

Very nice Park, it’s a C.O.E park, we have stayed here many times.  Lots of pine trees in section E. 30/50 hookup with water. Dump stations in each section of park. You are allowed to run grey water off on ground. Medical spots have sewer but will need Dr. note. Section B is River location.  Park is quiet, staff is nice. There are 3 shower areas, but keep in mind, anyone who drives in can use it. Park shares boat dock area. Just FYI E10 floods in the rain. 

Maumelle RV Park

Very pretty and well shaded. Boat launches are easy access.
No store So come prepared. This is a very popular spot for RV camping. Roughly 100+ sites in 3 loops.


Very well maintained . Great views

Great place to camp they do not have sewer at sites but do have dump station in each section of park. Mostly shaded too and it’s hot right now so it’s perfect.

Campground right on the lake

This is a clean, cute campground. All sites have water and electric hookups. It was quiet, safe, everyone was nice. Close to a large grocery store (maybe 10 minutes). 
Would definitely recommend and would stay again. 

Great campground 🙂

Made our reservations through Recreation.gov. Arrived on a Sunday afternoon and it was a very busy place. With its large river access I imagine it attracts all the local boaters. The playground attracts lots of children. Many large rigs arrived on Monday and the local traffic seemed to disappear. 

It's a beautiful park by the AR River with lovely grounds to walk or bike. Shower was a bit moldy but usable (why I gave the cleanliness rating only 4 stars). Sites are very well spaced and you can take your chairs to the river or use the picnic benches ( some in pavilions) scattered along the river full of waterfowl and occasional boaters and huge barges. 

We stayed in B2 which faced the river. If we return, I'd choose a river site but this was nice too except our 34 ft class A FDDS opened right onto a silty patch that forced us to navigate our entry into our motorhome and wipe our shih tzu's little feet really well before he came in. Despite us taking off our shoes, it was hard to avoid  silt on our feet. 

It is warm here but many still use their fire pits creating lots of smoke. We had to close our windows to avoid that. 

As mountain bikers, we were able to visit Angry Dave's bike shop and get a few repairs and visit with the knowledgeable  folks there who gave us a free AR trail book and repaired my front end suspension and added a new tire. Their two border collies are an added bonus sure to put a smile on your face. They were friendly to my little shih tzu who was welcomed. They have wonderful high-end bikes to check out. The Pinnacle Mountain Trail system was a shaded easy trail system that can be accessed right from this campground. If you like staying close to amenities, this is a great place.

Beautiful, close to all amenities & mountain biking

Maumelle was a beautiful park with great hookups (water/electric). We stayed in 3 different spots and they were all great. D02 gets pretty muddy if it rains. Wifi is only really available near the A loop but T-mobile and AT&amp;T speeds were great for remote work. The park is extremely convenient and close to everything. Only downside is all the construction getting off the highway but that's not the parks fault! 

Lovely park

One of the better ACOE campgrounds we’ve experienced. Our site A20 was spacious and private with 50amp and water. We wanted to explore the Little Rock area and this campground was perfect for doing so. Sits alongside the Arkansas River and the whole area is very well maintained. 
Excellent Verizon signal.

Great ACOE Park

Great park
On the river close to pinnacle mt,bike trails

On the river

This trip made us rethink camping in August. It was hot, but there was a good breeze coming from the water. Sites are well spaced. Very enjoyable campground.

Hot but nice!

We absolutely love Maumelle park. It’s very well kept and the spots are spacious with plenty of room between sites. Not to mention, it’s beautiful!! 
We prefer Loops A and B bc they have waterfront sites. 
Every site has water and electric and there are plenty of dump locations throughout! 


Amazing!

Love this state camping ground. Beautiful, quiet, refreshing. Right on the river. 

Beautiful Maumelle

Great place 

This place is amazing. I am on the river side and absolutely loving it. I have 5G on my phone and there is high speed internet for about $20 a week. The sites along the river are huge I don’t feel crowded at all. Pads are level with water and electric. I am definitely coming back here again. 

Maumelle Park is our getaway go to spot for quiet rest. Beautiful panorama view of the Arkansas river. Amenities are great. Friendly staff and clean park. Close to restaurants, shopping and services. Full year round so make a reservation!

A Hidden Gem

We stayed at site 30. The park is very, VERY nice. Lots of shade and uts so peaceful here. Even though the campground is quite full, it is still very peaceful. Restrooms and bathhouse is available. There are beautiful sites on the water but really anywhere you stay is quite beautiful. Sites are $22 per night. The ONLY reason we give it 4 stars is because of the horrific traffic getting here. It's a but insane.

Great park 

Great spacing between campgrounds. Power and water are good. So far. Seems to be clean with a great view of the water

Nice clean and roomy park

Lake front campsites. Showers are great if you like really hot water with good pressure

Wonderful park

Nice big park and inexpensive. Especially if you have a National Park Pass. Stayed one night backed in to a site right on the lake. Huge park to walk our dog and let her run. Definitely  would stop again. Easy access of  I40. Water/electric hookup only. Bathrooms old but clean. 

Nice stop!

Great park, plenty of spots with a nice area for camping. Some have picnic sheds at them.  Beautiful view of the river unless you infront of the boat docks. Overall great experience. You can hear some road noise.

Camping review

First time here and the sites are amazing. Well spaced out. Not right beside your neighbor. Each site has water and electricity with 110, 30 and 50 amp hookups. Noticed dump stations throughout the park. There are several small campgrounds and the bath houses although dated are very clean and even heated which helps on cold nights. We met several nice people, even some who follow our Facebook page Outdoor More Family and it was nice to meet so many nice families. Plenty of wood can be obtained at a large wood pile near the entrance. Bring your own saw or bucket.  Will be back for sure. 

First Time Here / Very Quiet Park

Stayed 6 nights at Maumelle COE campground next to Arkansas River. Nice and quiet especially after the weekend crowd left. Nice walking trails and still close to major conveniences. We stayed
 in site E7 which was great for our needs with good privacy.

Great COE campground near Little Rock

First time visiting little rock &amp; this campground was perfect. Water &amp; power hookup for each lot. Beautiful view as we were winding down for the night. Lots of geese wandering around &amp; still chatty late at night- but kinda cute to hear. The campsites are pretty spacious for Tents with their own fire rings too. Definitely would stay again !

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