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Dispersed Camping

Bear Creek Horse Camp

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Location

Bear Creek Horse Camp is located in Arkansas

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

34.78546409827295 N
93.16113709879306 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jun. 5, 2025

Small, Secluded Primitive Equestrian Campground

Coordinates: 34.78571,-93.15988. Visited in early May 2025. Located along Forest Road 772, about 1 mile north of Forest Road 11 in the Ouachita National Forest. Some minor erosion on FR772 where small creeks cross the road. FR11 is in good condition at the time of this visit. The camp is on the western edge of the Deckard Mountain Walk-in Turkey Hunting Area. The camp serves as a small primitive camping area for equestrian riders on the network of interconnecting loop trails that comprise the Bear Creek Equestrain Trail system. These trails are also open to hikers. The trailhead is located at the rear of the camp. Free. Four sites (2 official national forest sites with metal fire rings plus 2 dispersed sites with rock fire rings), available on a first-come/first-based only. Hitching posts are available in the camp. A small creek runs along side the camp. The grounds of the camp do not appear to be maintained, but the sites were clean. There is a very clean vault toilet located at the rear of the camp; it was well supplied. Tent and hammock camping are possible. Sites are mnostly shaded making solar rechargiong and Starlink access a challenge. I received no T-Mobile cell service. The camp itself is not aesthetically pleasing, but it is located deep in a beautiful forest with easy access to a trail system. Note that, when I last checked, the Ouachita National Forest Web site no longer lists this site as a campground.

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  • Review photo of Bear Creek Horse Camp by Fred S., June 5, 2025
  • Review photo of Bear Creek Horse Camp by Fred S., June 5, 2025
  • Review photo of Bear Creek Horse Camp by Fred S., June 5, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Bear Creek Horse Camp?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bear Creek Horse Camp, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Bear Creek Horse Camp have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bear Creek Horse Camp does not have wifi.