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Mulberry Mountain Lodging & Events

The Redding Campground is a beautiful setting for an outdoor getaway. It sits right next to the Wild and Scenic Mulberry River and is surrounded by forest. Redding offers up a rock canoe launch and river access which is handicap accessible. A nice bath house with flush toilets and warm showers, a well water system with spouts dispersed throughout the campground, and access to the Spy Rock and Ozark Highland Trail (OHT) is what makes Redding such a desirable place to spend the night, the weekend, or even a week. Campground and Day-Use Area Rules

Redding Campground

Experience the best tent and RV camping in Arkansas at Byrd’s Adventure Center. Right on the Mulberry River, Byrd’s offers a host of activities not found at any other Ozark campground.

Enjoy our comfortable RV and tent campsites as you relax in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. Byrd’s Adventure Center offers spacious camping in a beautiful setting along the Mulberry River.

A variety of grassy and wooded campsites are available. Some sites have small shelters with picnic tables and campfire rings. In addition to our new Riverfront Restaurant (open weekly Friday-Sunday), we have more amenities than you’ll find in other Ozark campgrounds. These include a large heated shower house, a convenient on-site store with deli, stages, pavilions, an extensive trail network, two backcountry airstrips, rental cabins, plus floating and fishing on the pristine Mulberry River. All of this is located on our private 800-acre ORV park surrounded by the Ozark National Forest.

Byrd's Adventure Center

Turner Bend Campground is located right across from the Turner Bend Store. All campsites have access to the water spigots near by. The Gazebo campsite is located on the same side as the store. This campsite has electricity to hook up small appliances but not to power a camper. Restroom and shower are also on the store side of the road.

PARKING FEES FOR NON CAMPER. Parking Permit for vehicle without a trailer– $10 per vehicle per day, it includes river access for 1 person on Turner Bend Landing. it does not include the boat lift ticket Parking permit for vehicle with a trailer - $15 per day, it includes river access for 2 people on Turner Bend Landing-it does not include the boat lift ticket All private boat parking is only available on the parking lot across from the Turner Bend Store. This parking lot is opened 24/7. The Turner Bend Landing parking lot is closed daily at 7pm.

RIVER ACESS FEE: FOR NON CAMPER River Access - $5 per person at the Turner Bend Landing. Boat lift use is only available when operator is present. Armband is required for the use of the boat lift.

DAY PASS FEE: FOR NON CAMPER Day Pass - $ 3 per person for picnic use. Call for special event pricing: 479-667-3641 Rates may vary during special events.

\*\*FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Mulberry River floats and camping are very popular during the spring and summer months. Most of our water comes in the months of March, April, May, and June. Online reservations are recommended especially for weekend visits. If you have a favorite campsite, please book it online or call us.

For camping, we have a two-night minimum on weekends and 3 nights on Memorial Day and Labor Day. When reservations are made in advance, this minimum is upheld.

RESERVATION POLICY Camping reservations can be made online at [https://turnerbend.com/1/](<https://turnerbend.com/1/>) in advance and are paid in full at the time of reserving. If you are planning to reserve for a group, each group can book online separately. Specify in the box that labeled 'SPECIAL REQUEST' the name of your group and how many people are expected to be in this group, so we can organize you to the same site(s). Our staff at the Turner Bend Store will group you at a particular campsite that will accommodate your group comfortably.

CANCELLATIONS must be made 7 days prior to your arrival for camping. If proper notice is received we will refund your deposit, less a 10% credit card transaction fee. If proper notice is not received, you forfeit your deposit paid. Request for camping cancellation must be made over the phone. No refund for early check out.

PET POLICY FOR TURNER BEND AND ROUND THE BEND CAMPSITES We welcome your pets. All dogs must be on a leash. We do limit each site to 1 pet. We charge $10 per pet, per night in the campground. There is an additional $10 charge for any pet that float with you.

We do not allow aggressive breeds. Here are the breeds not permitted here at the Mulberry.

- Bullmastiff
- Rottweiler
- Akita's
- Chow Chow
- Boxers
- Pinchers
- Great Dane
- Huskies and Malamutes
- Pit Bulls & All Bulldog Breeds
- Dalmatians
- German Shepherd If you have any questions about the allowance of your pet, please call or email us ahead of time. Please Keep in Mind On the day of your arrival, come to the store to register and get your parking permit to display inside your windshield] and paid camping wristband. Check in time for campers is between 11 am -6 pm. If you are running late please call 479-667-3641 between 8 am -6 pm to check in. By 11:00 p.m. campers must turn off stereos and generators and tone all noise down to a reasonable level. Off-road vehicle use limited to entry and exit only. You can legally access 4-wheeler trail-heads from our campsites. The trail-heads are 2.5 miles from the Turner Bend Store. Showers for non-campers available at $5 per person. Parking for non-campers taking out private boats at Turner Bend is across the store along the northern edge of the campground next to the bridge. Free river access is at the end of the campground along the river next to the Bridge across from the store. Display parking pass inside the windshield. All private boat parking is only available across from the store on the west side. Boat lift use is only applicable when there is an operator present. Armband is required. Turner Bend gate on the store side will be locked daily at 7 pm, Parking lot across from the store stays open 24 hours.







Turner Bend Outfitter

OHT Backcountry Primitive Site

## Overview

Experience nature and adventure at historic White Rock Mountain! This National Forest Recreation Area features three unique and rustic natural stone cabins and a large natural stone lodge built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Each features a stone fireplace new, antique, and original wood furniture handcrafted by the CCC. Wind, rain and natural elements had caused the deterioration of the buildings over the years. In 1987 a volunteer group, Friends of White Rock, began a project to renovate the historic structures. With a lot of commitment and hard work, the lodge and cabins were restored to their original state in 1991. White Rock Mountain also offers nine primitive family camping sites. These easily accessible shaded campsites include tents pads, fire rings, grills, picnic tables and access to restrooms and water. Small RVs or pop-up campers can be accommodated at a few sites.

## Recreation

White Rock Mountain is the hub of several national forest hiking trail systems including the easy 2 mile trail around the mountain top rim, the 17 mile Shores Lake/White Rock loop trail, and the renowned 170 mile Ozark Highlands Trail. Other recreational activities include swimming, boating (non-motorized) or fishing at Shores Lake Recreation Area; swimming, floating or fishing the National Scenic Mulberry River; Mill Creek and other National Forest ATV trails; mountain biking, hunting and more.

## Facilities

The grounds at White Rock Mountain are open year-round. There is a gravel parking area, clean vault toilets, and eight family picnic units with grills and tables. The facility features four CCC crafted shelters along the White Rock Rim Trail that offer spectacular views. Overnight parking for the Ozark Highlands Trail access is available onsite.   
  
The lodge and three cabins are available for rent at White Rock Mountain. The lodge and cabins have electricity and running water. All units are equipped with bathrooms and a full kitchen. Each kitchen includes a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, crock pot, dishes, cooking utensils, and cooking pots and pans. The furnishings feature new, antique, and original CCC furnishings. Each building has a large private patio with a charcoal grill and fire pit. There is no air conditioning; the stone lodge and cabins stay cool in the summer months. Heat is provided by wood burning stoves during the winter and firewood is provided. Linens, towels and bedding are not provided. Guests should pack food, towels, pillows, blankets or sleeping bags, and all other necessary overnight supplies.   
  
There are nine family campsites at White Rock. The sites do not have electric or water hookups. Sites are equipped with tent pads, picnic tables, fire rings, grills and lantern poles. There is access to drinking water and an accessible vault toilet within close proximity to all sites. Firewood is available for purchase onsite.   
  
Visit the onsite General Store for information, souvenirs, snacks, pizza, beverages, maps, firewood and other backcountry supplies.

## Natural Features

White Rock Mountain is 2,309 feet above sea level and received its name from the appearance of the lichen on the sheer bluffs that appear white from a distance. Guests at White Rock can enjoy incredible scenic views from the lodge, cabins, campground and bluffs. The forest is home to a large variety of wildlife including deer, bear, bald eagles, turkey and more. In the fall season White Rock Mountain offers unrivaled opportunities for taking in the bright red, orange and yellow autumn foliage that sweeps across the Ozark National Forest. The forest around White Rock is also a waterfall hunter's paradise featuring several great falls located in the surrounding area. 

## Nearby Attractions

Ozark Highlands Trail, Shores Lake Recreation Area, National Scenic Mulberry River, Mill Creek and other ATV Trails, Waterfalls, Scenic Drives, Mountain Biking, Wineries (Altus, AR) and more.

## Charges & Cancellations

Rules & Reservation Policies As you make travel plans that include reservations on Recreation.gov, there are standard policies that apply to most locations of which you should be aware. Do keep in mind, however, that there are many exceptions, so it is best to review reservation information listed on individual facility pages for those policies and procedures that pertain to your specific locations. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.

White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

Pettigrew RV Park and Recreational Campground

This campground, located next to the Mulberry River, offers scenic rock bluffs in the northwestern portion of the state. Activities include canoeing on the Mulberry River (very popular with the canoeists) within view of the scenic rock bluffs, fishing, hiking and river access. Camping consists of 6 primitive units, available space for small camping trailers, and the picnicking area is designed for 5 family units. The area is also equipped with vault toilets but there is no drinking water. Good fishing and hunting is available nearby when in season. Campground and Day-Use Area Rules

Wolf Pen Recreation Area Campground

Shores Lake Recreation Area offers an 82-acre lake with a fully accessible bathroom facility with ramps for the physically challenged. The fishing piers were designed with wheelchair use in mind. Underwater structures were built to attract fish to the fishing piers. The pavilion is also fully accessible and is available by reservation. Construction of the dam at Shores Lake began in the 1930s by men in a nearby Civilian Conservation Corps camp. The dam was completed in 1958. A cooperative effort between the USDA Forest Service and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission helped complete the structure. Shores Lake Loop Trail is a showcase of upland hardwoods and shortleaf pine groves. The trail treats hikers to views of waterfalls and wildlife. 18 campsites and 28 family picnicking units. Pavilion for group picnicking by reservation only. Camping trailers allowed, no hook-ups or dumpsite available. Electric sites have 110 outlet & 30 amp outlet access. A campground host is present until November. Due to remote location of campground, water and electricity may be temporarily unavailable during inclement weather or other emergency situations. Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Bass ; Types of fishing available include: Shore, Motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait; ADA Accessible fishing access with fishing pier and boat launch. Information and map Information and map - Spanish Campground and Day-Use Area Rules

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