Best RV Parks & Resorts near Arkansas River - Wilbur D. Mills Pool
RV parks located near the Arkansas River - Wilbur D. Mills Pool include Pendleton Bend, Rising Star, and Saracen Trace RV Park at Pine Bluff Regional Park. Pendleton Bend and Rising Star provide electric hookups and water connections with spacious sites suitable for big rigs, while Saracen Trace offers electric and water hookups but no sewer connections at the sites. Most parks maintain level parking areas with 50-amp service available at Pendleton Bend and limited at other locations. Concrete pads are rare, with most sites featuring gravel surfaces that accommodate larger motorhomes. Rising Star operates seasonally from March through October, while Pendleton Bend remains open year-round with 30-50 foot sites. "The sites were level. We did have several fire ant hills that we had to deal with and quite a few red wasps," noted one camper about their experience.
Several RV accommodations in the region offer varying levels of amenities and infrastructure. Dump stations are available at Pendleton Bend and Saracen Trace, though full hookups with sewer connections are limited throughout the area. Pecan Grove RV Park provides full hookup sites including sewer connections, with concrete pads in several pull-through spots. Cell service varies dramatically between locations, with Pendleton Bend having virtually no signal according to visitor reviews. Most parks accommodate pets but maintain specific restrictions. During warmer months, visitors should be prepared for insects, particularly fire ants in exposed areas. Payment options may be restricted, with some locations accepting only cash. According to one reviewer, "It's $20 per night. Water and electricity available but no sewer although there is a dump station. There is no bathroom or bathhouse, however."
