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Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

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Kayakers and canoeists will find Spring Creek Campground serves as both a launching point and overnight base along the Buffalo National River. This National Park Service primitive campground sits directly on the river with a boat ramp where outfitters regularly drop off and pick up paddlers throughout the day.

The campground features basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and a clean vault toilet stocked with supplies, though no potable water is available. Sites vary in levelness across the property, with some requiring a short walk-in from the parking area. Campers report good separation between sites but limited privacy screening. The 3-mile gravel access road on CR99 becomes narrow and rocky in sections, particularly the final 1.5 miles where erosion has created challenging conditions. Cell service is unavailable, though satellite internet connections are possible depending on site selection. For additional camping options in the region, consider campgrounds around Harriet. Bring all water and expect armadillos foraging through camp during evening hours.

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Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River is located in Arkansas

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Directions

The turn off to Spring Creek Campground is about 20 miles south of Yellville and 15 miles north of Marshall, Arkansas off of Highway 14. The campground is located 3 miles down at the end of County Road 99.

Address

Searcy County Road 99
Harriet, AR 72639

Coordinates

36.029978 N
92.584468 W

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Visitors often highlighted the primitive riverside location with clean facilities and good site spacing. Road access can be challenging in wet conditions, and noise issues depend on other campers present.

Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Oct. 28, 2025

Primitive camping along the Buffalo River

Van-camped in site #3 in mid-October, 2025. Free National Park Service primitive campground along the Buffalo Ntional River. The property serves as a drop-off and pickup location for kayakers and canoers. Outfitters may be coming and going. Not all sites are level; varies from site to site. Some sites are walk-ins. Clean vault toilet, supplied with tp and hand sanitizer. No potable water. Sites include table, metal fire ring, and lantern pole. Dirt surface. Good separation between sites but no privacy. A handful of armadillos were scrounging around during the evening. There is a partial view of the river through the trees. The road approaching the campground, CR99, is about 3 miles long and gravel, narrow in places. The last 1.5 miles has some minor erosion and rocky in places. There are no hiking trails at this location. No cell service. Starlink connectivity possible depending on the site. Tent and hammock camping possible. Fishing along the river bank. Overall, this is not a bad campground in a beautiful area.

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  • Review photo of Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River by Fred S., October 28, 2025
  • Review photo of Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River by Fred S., October 28, 2025
  • Review photo of Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River by Fred S., October 28, 2025
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Reviewed Apr. 6, 2021

Maybe the wrong day to visit

Campsite had a rather janky gravel and dirt road leading to it. In the rain m, the road would be extremely difficult. Very steep.

Simple and clean campground Primitive sites with a vault toilet. No cell service.

Me and two other groups on this site. Total of 5 of us on the whole site. Other people listening to rave style music late into the night and killing random critters all night and shooting guns all night. Slept horribly as you might imagine with drunk people shooting things all night..

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Reviewed Jan. 16, 2021

Private and Peaceful

This primitive campground was perfect for me and my dog. We stayed three nights in October 2020. It’s right on a put-in spot on the Buffalo River so there were a couple of buses and shuttles but for the most part it was very quiet. The campsites are a good distance apart, they have plenty of room and have fire rings and picnic tables. Be aware that there is no drinking water and I didn’t get phone service (yay!). There is a vault toilet that wasn’t too bad. I loved this place, and will definitely be back.

  • Review photo of Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River by Lisa B., January 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River by Lisa B., January 16, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

How close is Spring Creek Campground to Buffalo River?

Spring Creek Campground is situated directly on the Buffalo River. The campground serves as a river put-in spot, making it extremely convenient for paddlers and water enthusiasts. This proximity to the water means campers have immediate access to the river for activities like kayaking, canoeing, and fishing without needing to travel elsewhere.

Are there photos available of Spring Creek Campground in Harriet?

Photos of Spring Creek Campground in Harriet are available through the official Buffalo National River website and various camping platforms including The Dyrt. These images typically showcase the primitive campsites, the nearby Buffalo River access, and the natural surroundings. For the most current visual representation of the campground, checking the National Park Service website is recommended.

Where is Spring Creek Campground located in Arkansas?

Spring Creek Campground is located in Harriet, Arkansas, within the Buffalo National River area. The campground is accessed via a gravel and dirt road that can be steep in sections. It's a relatively remote location that offers a quiet camping experience away from busy developed areas, though the road conditions may be challenging, especially during rainy periods.

What do reviews say about Spring Creek Campground?

Spring Creek Campground is described as a primitive camping area with spacious sites that are well-spaced for privacy. The campground features vault toilets but no other amenities. It's situated right on a Buffalo River put-in spot, making it popular among paddlers. The access road is steep gravel and dirt that can be challenging in wet conditions. Visitors note there's no cell service available. The campground tends to be quiet and uncrowded, though shuttle buses occasionally pass through. It's particularly pleasant during the fall season, with ample room for camping setups.

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