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Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR

General Overview

National Forest

Ouachita National Forest

Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means no services; such as trash removal, and little or no facilities; such as tables and fire pits, are provided. Some popular dispersed camping areas may have toilets.

There are extra responsibilities and skills that are necessary for dispersed camping. It is your responsibility to know these before you try this new experience. Camping rules and regulations apply to make your experience safe, and to keep the natural resources scenic and unspoiled for other campers.

Typically, dispersed camping is NOT allowed in the vicinity of developed recreation areas such as campgrounds, picnic areas, or trailheads. Many people drive out on Forest Service roads into the woods and find a clearing or a spot near a stream or with a view of the mountains. Do not drive on meadows to access your camping site. Drive on existing roads to prevent resource damage. To prevent resource damage please keep your campsite within 150 feet from a roadway.

How to Pick a Campsite If you are going to an area where others have camped before, pick a site that has been used before. Plants, soil and wildlife are impacted by new campsites so using existing ones will minimize your impact in the forest. If there is no existing campsite, then follow Leave No Trace guidelines.

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Location

Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR is located in Arkansas

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Coordinates

34.83421 N
93.00552 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2024

Pull-thru dispersed site near the Ouachita Trail

This is an update to my Feb 2022 review. This dispersed camp site has a level pull-thru driveway which can accomodate about 2 or 3 vehicles. I believe this driveway can accomodate a truck camper. Parking is not next to the rock fire ring; the fire ring is a very short walk away into the woods. The site is pretty much surrounded by forest - easy to stroll around in. Despite the site's elevation, there is no view of distant hills. Included some summer time images with this review. I like this spot, especially with the easy access to the Ouachita Trail nearby.

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Reviewed Oct. 9, 2023

Worthwhile if you take some time to look!

Stayed at two different spots here. First was a couple miles from the main road (highway 7). Plenty of room but close to the road and some trash, decent for pulling in after dark though. Second spot (pictured) was amazing— maybe 5-10 miles back of I had to guess. There are a few forest service roads back here so pay attention to the signs. Roads are steep further back but we’ll covered with gravel and very few large rocks, so you should be okay with most cars in good weather. Not sure how many sites are back here total. Expect to drive a ways between spots.

Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2022

Dispersed Camping near Ouachita National Recreation Trail, AR

Located along Forest Road 132 (Winona Scenic Drive) in the Ouachita National Forest, Saline County, Arkansas. Flatside Wilderness Area located across the road from the site. Access to the Ouachita National Recreation Trail located nearby. Free dispersed site, no facilities. Rock fire ring. Should be enough parking for 2 vehicles. Suitable for tent camping, car camping, truck camping & van camping. Mostly level. There was plenty of firewood left by the fire ring. Camped here in February; very quiet. Only 2 vehicles drove by. Had a few bars of T-Mobile service.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Dispersed site along Forest Road 132 (Winona Scenic Drive). Road in good condition.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR?

    Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR is located at 1215 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Dispersed FR132 Ouachita National Forest, AR does not have wifi.