Established Camping
Rising Star
Rising Star, near Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is a peaceful campground that offers a relaxing escape with a variety of sites for both tents and RVs. With amenities like electric hookups and drinking water, it’s set up to make your stay comfortable while you enjoy the great outdoors.
Campers rave about the cleanliness of the facilities, particularly the bathrooms, which one visitor described as “the cleanest I’ve ever seen.” The camp host is known for being friendly and helpful, adding to the welcoming vibe of the place. Many sites provide options for shade or sun, and some are right by the water, perfect for those who enjoy a scenic view.
If you’re looking to unwind, the sunsets along the Arkansas River are a highlight, with one camper noting they enjoyed them right from their chair on the bank. Wildlife is abundant, and the area is great for spotting various birds, including pelicans. Whether you’re here for a quiet weekend or a longer stay, Rising Star has a lot to offer for a memorable camping experience.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Arkansas River - Pool 3
Overview
Rising Star Campground is located on the Arkansas River by Pool 3 Lock and Dam. Whether camping, fishing, boating or just relaxing in the sun, this area provides something for everyone.
Recreation
The campground is popular among fishermen. There is excellent catfish fishing in the tail-waters of Joe Hardin Lock and Dam as well as Emmitt Sanders Lock and Dam at the upstream end of Pool 3. Anglers often catch bass, crappie and bream. Hunting is available in nearby forests, and there is duck hunting on the waterways. On shore, families enjoy picnicking and using the playground.
Natural Features
The park is in a forested area along the riverfront, close to the rolling fields of cotton farms. It is 193 feet above sea level; winters are generally mild and summer temperatures reach the upper 90s with high humidity. Red fox are frequently seen in the park, and numerous species of waterfowl live in the water and along the shores.
Nearby Attractions
Rising Star Park is located 12 miles from Pine Bluff, the home for the Arkansas Railroad Museum, Pine Bluff Regional Park, the Martha Mitchell Home and other points of interest, as well as shopping and groceries.
Location
Rising Star is located in Arkansas
Directions
From Pine Bluff, Arkansas, take U.S. Highway 65 south for 7.8 miles to Linwood. Turn left on Blankinship Road, drive 3.5 miles and follow the signs for Rising Star Campground.
Address
PO BOX 7835
Pine bluff, AR 71611-7835
Coordinates
34.1688889 N
91.7366667 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
