Dog-Friendly Camping near Boles, AR

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    Queen Wilhelmina State Park offers pet-friendly campsites with water and electric hookups throughout its compact mountaintop campground. The park maintains 41 sites for tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping accommodations where pets are welcome. Sites are arranged somewhat uniquely, with some campers noting that fire pits and picnic tables are positioned in unexpected locations relative to RV parking spots. The sites are paved and level but positioned fairly close together, creating a more social camping environment. ['Ticks can be problematic for dogs at this location, with several campers reporting finding them on their pets and inside their campers.'] The park features clean bathhouses with good water pressure and heat during colder months, making it convenient for pet owners who need to rinse muddy paws after trail adventures.

    Dogs are permitted on the hiking trails throughout Queen Wilhelmina State Park, including the scenic Lover's Leap trail which offers impressive mountain vistas. Blue Knob Road in Ouachita National Forest provides a more secluded alternative for camping with pets, suitable for those seeking a quieter experience away from more developed campgrounds. This dispersed camping area accommodates tent campers and smaller RVs up to 30 feet, though the dirt access road requires careful navigation. Wolf Pen Gap ATV Campground allows pets and caters primarily to ATV enthusiasts with full hookup sites, though the campground terrain consists mostly of dry rocky dirt with limited grass areas for pets. The 20-minute drive into Mena provides access to supplies and veterinary services when needed.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Boles (150)

      1. Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park

      3.7(19)20mi from BolesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Trails are short but have nice views. Forest trail is overgrown once you leave the state park and go into the national forest."

      "Driving through this part of Arkansas you can quickly get taken aback by the winding roads the ample beauty, but until you visit the campground and park you will only have a portion of the beauty of the"

      from $23 / night

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      2. Travelers Lane RV Park LLC

      5.0(1)9mi from BolesRVs

      "The location is a big plus, it’s right across the road from a pharmacy, laundromat, Dollar General, and O’Reilly’s, so you don’t have to go far for anything."

      from $30 / night

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      3. Blue Knob Road in Ouachita National Forest

      4.0(3)12mi from BolesRVs, Tents

      "Large dispersed site at the FR76/Buck Knob trailhead for the Ouachita National Recreation Trail. Should easily accomodate 3 campervan-size rigs. There is a small rock fire ring."

      "I have a 30ft Class C which is probably the largest vehicle you would want to drive down the dirt road to this site."

      4. Ouachita/Mill Creek

      2.0(2)5mi from BolesRVs, Tents

      5. Mount Magazine State Park Campground

      4.7(35)35mi from BolesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The picnic table had a few steps up to it. This site is at the entrance, we might have preferred something at the back. Everyone coming in or out drove by our spot."

      "There is also a lake nearbyDog friendly.

      There are lots of nature trails, but none very long.

      Lots of ticks, tricky to get good starlink connection."

      from $35 / night

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      6. Big Pine RV Park

      1.0(1)10mi from BolesRVs, Tents

      7. Shady Lake Campground

      4.4(15)29mi from BolesRVs, Tents

      "We have been coming to Shady Lake for decades and it is one of our most favorite places."

      "Camping is spread out far enough that you’re seldom bothered by others (unless someone brings a bunch of dogs and doesn’t keep them controlled)."

      from $15 - $40 / night

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      8. Big Brushy

      3.0(1)15mi from BolesTents, Glamping

      9. CMA Iron Mountain Cabins and Campground

      4.6(5)23mi from BolesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Me, my wife and lil dog, drove into the campground to find out more information to stay the night. We met an employee who was on a golf cart. He (Mike) was super friendly and informative."

      "This campground is located right off of Hwy 71 for easy access. Plenty of room for big rigs. Just a short ride to the Wolf Pen Gap trail system."

      from $12 - $105 / night

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      10. Jack Creek Recreation Area

      4.7(3)21mi from BolesTents

      "No bathrooms or water but there is a trail that goes directly to the day use area. There are changing rooms, no shower or running water. There was a trash can."

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Boles, AR

    719 Reviews of 150 Boles Campgrounds


    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 1, 2026

      Riverfront RV Resort

      A Hidden Gem

      We needed an overnight spot on our way from Oklahoma to NW Arkansas, and I'm glad that we picked this park. It's located right next to the Arkansas River with a nice concrete walking trail along the river. Parking for registration is located right next to the office. All the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. 

      The road from the highway to the park is fairly easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate. Even though it's not too far from the main road, we didn't hear any traffic noise at all- very peaceful. However, you will hear occasional train horns from the crossing a few miles away. You'll only hear them when outside your RV, never inside. 

      We were assigned to pull-thru site number 44. All the sites are concrete and appear fairly level. Our site was level side to side, and 5 inches from front to rear. There are no shade trees for the majority of the park sites. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. There is also a picnic table located at each site. 

      Bathrooms, Showers, and the pool are all located near the registration office building and are in great shape. There are no trash cans by the sites- just a dumpster area near the dog park and playground. However, they do come by your site each morning to pick up any trash that you've set out. 

      Wi-Fi, Satellite, OTA: there is decent Wi-Fi in the park with repeater towers spaced approximately every four sites, so each site has a fairly strong signal- we achieved 9.52 Mbps down and 2.02 Mbps up. We got AT&T 5G with 4 bars and achieved 512 Mbps down and 32 Mbps up. If you need clear access for satellite reception, trees will not be an issue. Also, you can pick up plenty of OTA stations with good HD quality reception. 

      Dog Park: They have a nice fenced-in park that is in great condition and is well lit at night. They provide doggie bags and a trash can, both in the dog park and along the walking paths. 

      Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website. 

      Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. The park is only a couple of years old and is very well maintained. Only about 15-20 percent of the spaces were occupied. Note that sites 100- 115 are along the river. There is a concrete public walking path along the river, but those sites are elevated above the path, with a grass and tree buffer zone between them. There are a couple of covered pavilions in the park with built-in gas grills and comfortable seating areas. The park map provides a very accurate rendition of the park. See my attached photos for more details. 

      This park deserves its high rating, and I do not hesitate to recommend it - enjoy your stay!

    • Adrian C.
      Apr. 6, 2024

      Royal Berry Farm

      Quiet, clean, solitary

      This was a great spot. The host responded quickly via email and we never saw another soul. The property is massive and you can let your pets off the leash. This was the first time we let our cats roam untethered and they loved it. Water and electricity provided, clear sky for starlink, and a fire pit. There were tons of flies though. No mosquitos that we could tell so thats a plus. Great quiet spot

    • Shelia H.
      Jul. 14, 2018

      Clear Creek - Ozark Lake (AR)

      River Living

      This park is located on the Arkansas River. There’s a boat ramp, so bring your boat and enjoy the beautiful Arkansas River. Pets are allowed, there is a leash law. Bring your own firewood. Campsites are both Electric and primitive. Flush toilets and Warm Showers are available. Good cell service. Very clean and peaceful.

    • Melanie W.
      Aug. 3, 2016

      COE Lake Ouachita Crystal Springs Campground

      Beautiful Lake Ouchita

      Crystal Springs campground is great. The lake is great. I was too busy having fun and didn't take enough pictures. There are breathtaking views of the Ouchita Mountains. There is springs coming out of the ground on hikes. The creeks are crystal clear and fun to wade around in. There is a swim beach but you can swim anywhere. So when I got hot I just jumped in the water to cool down. Most the campsites are at the waters edge. We fished at night for catfish and caught what we needed. The campground is pet friendly. My dogs are like my kids and they had fun. There was a night or two when I had to hush them up because of raccoons. The bathrooms have hot and cold water. There is a fish cleaning station. Our campsite #18 was great. It had a picnic table, fire pit, barbecue grill and a little table beside grill and nice shade. The campground is about 16-17 miles from Hotsprings, Arkansas.

    • Ana A.
      May. 28, 2018

      Sandbar Area Campsites — Cossatot River State Park - Natural Area

      Memorial Weekend

      This place is a beautifull forested remote area and you have to drive over 4.5 miles to get to the campsite, its a two lane dirt road, lookout for deer and other critters crossing. We stayed at the walk in campsites, they have those and a few where you can park next to your site, don’t expect very much privacy, you can’t make reservations, they are all first come first serve and you pay at your site. All are tent only. we stayed at #20 with a short walk from the parking area but a little bit too close to #21, 18 and 19 seem to be the ones with more privacy. We did have a nice shaded site with a fire ring, a barbecue grill, a picnic table and nice surface for your tent. the camping area is just a short walk to the sandbar where you can enjoy the cool floating water. The bathrooms are adequate but no running water, therefore don’t expect showers. We camped with our dog Lulu, the sites are pet friendly and she had fun in the water too. There is an abundance of wild life, keep an eye for snakes and thicks!

    • Chelsea K.
      Jun. 26, 2018

      Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

      Beautiful right on the water

      We had a lovely time tent camping at Lake Ouachita. It was a last minute Memorial Day weekend plan, so there wasn't much research before hand. The campsites were walk up, which was mildly inconvenient at first, but ultimately a big plus with no vehicles driving by the actual sites.

      The park is pet friendly as long as they're leashed, and alcohol is allowed in moderation.

      The campsites are on a small peninsula, so every site was right on the water. Being so close to the water kept the temperature comfortable, and having direct access to the lake was perfect for swimming. Ducks and geese also made appearances that thrilled the kids.

      There were a few communal water spots located in the tent area. The bathrooms and trashcans were a bit of a walk, and shared with the RV sites.

      The sites were pretty close to each other, and some people might not prefer that. There was a family reunion happening while we were there, so that feature was pretty convenient for them.

      We brought tiki torches but were unable to use them due to the gravel terrain.

      All in all, the sites were clean and comfortable and other guests were respectful. I recommend this park, and will definitely return.

    • Headgear7 The Dyrt Pro User
      Jun. 24, 2025

      Springhill

      Close to home but well worth it

      I have been camping out here for years but never took advantage of the A side. A12-14 are premian spots to camp. I tent camp and the view is amazing. It’s in between the Arkansas river and Massard creek. You can launch a boat or you can go kayaking in Massard creek. There’s Cat fish, Perch and, Bass.

    • Tracey L.
      Jan. 2, 2026

      Shady Lake Campground

      One of our favorite places!

      We have been coming to Shady Lake for decades and it is one of our most favorite places. It is a good location on the edge of the Ouachita National Forest with plenty of things to do within the recreation area and in the surrounding area as well. There are multiple hiking trails, some with connections to longer trails outside the rec area. Access for hunters and ATVs outside the rec area. Beautiful canoeing (bring your own boat) where you can see otters, eagles, yes- snakes and all kinds of wildlife. I love that this is an older more rustic park, some people have considered that a negative but to me that is a positive (people who like everything shiny and new definitely should look elsewhere). If the cat wasn't already out of the bag on this treasure of a camp, I certainly would not make a post encouraging more people to come here. lol! Sadly they have demolished the A camping loop right at the front and are 'upgrading' it to bring in more people with bigger rigs. the heavy construction has run off a lot of the wildlife for a couple seasons so will see how it turns out in the end. I hope the Bald Eagle and otter family return when it all quiets back down. There are sites with water and electric and tent only sites- some of which are very primitive and if you like to be far from other campers and can do primitive sites- they are a plus! (some will think they are awful, but to others they are a bonus- lol!)  If you love getting back nature, peaceful cell phone free beauty and quiet in a rustic camping setting you will love it. Fishing, hiking,, swimming, nearby ATV riding, hunting, easy access to other nearby national forest rec areas, rivers and trails.

    • Jeyd A.
      Aug. 4, 2018

      Highway 27 Fishing Village

      Feels like home

      This is a small, family run location. There are restrooms and shower facilities, as well as tent sites and RV hook ups. Plenty of room for boat parking. The cabins are adorable and feel like they are out of the 1970's but well worth the experience. Nice place to kayak. Gorgeous places to hike, watch the sunrise/sunset, and tons of room for kids to play. Pet friendly. The resident will visit you every day for belly scratches.


    Guide to Boles

    Mount Magazine State Park offers dog-friendly camping options within 43 miles of Boles, Arkansas. The park sits at an elevation of 2,753 feet, making it the highest point in Arkansas with temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler than surrounding lowlands. Camping options near Boles range from developed state park campgrounds with full amenities to dispersed sites in Ouachita National Forest with minimal facilities.

    What to do

    Hiking with dogs: Mount Magazine State Park trails welcome pets and provide scenic mountain views. As Jeremy C. notes, "The hike up to the highest point in Arkansas is easy and family friendly for kids."

    Creek exploration: At Shady Lake Campground, families can wade and explore the natural waterways. "There is a picturesque babbling creek that runs by most of the campsites, and we could have spent at least a couple days just exploring up and down the creek," reports Brian.

    ATV adventures: Wolfpen ATV Campground serves as headquarters for trail riding. A camper concisely states, "If you coming to Wolf Pen Gap to ride this is your spot."

    Climbing activities: Mount Magazine offers rock climbing opportunities with its surrounding bluffs. As one visitor explains, "Magazine is one of the few parks that offers climbers great opportunities to work their skills. The park essentially sits on top of a bluff that is nearly surrounded on all sides by straight rock face."

    What campers like

    Mountain-top temperatures: During summer months, Mount Magazine State Park Campground provides relief from valley heat. One camper notes, "the temperature is literally about 10-15 degrees cooler on the mountain than below."

    Disconnected camping: Several campgrounds offer a break from connectivity. At Shady Lake, one camper appreciates that there's "no cell service. You can decide whether that is a good thing or not (I loved it). If you're really desperate, you can drive 5 mins down the road and get a signal."

    Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain good bathroom facilities for humans and pets alike. At CMA Iron Mountain Cabins and Campground, a visitor reported, "Bathrooms and showers are spotless. The staff is extremely kind and helpful."

    Spacious sites: Shady Lake campers appreciate the room between sites. As one reviewer commented, "The sites are huge," and another mentioned, "Campsites are pretty well spaced for the most part."

    What you should know

    Weather considerations: Fog and temperature changes can affect mountain driving conditions. A Mount Magazine camper warns, "due to the elevation and drastic temperature change from the base of the mountain and the campground, it frankly isn't safe at all to drive on the mountain in the early morning or evening."

    Limited availability: Queen Wilhelmina has restricted tent camping options. As Tom K. observes in his review, "There is a small area to camp with one restroom in the center. It is incredibly crowded to stay in a tent and really should just be considered for a drop in if you have an RV."

    Access challenges: Blue Knob Road in Ouachita National Forest has rough access roads. A camper with commercial driving experience advises, "I have a CDL and back stuff all day. Don't try to pull in. Back in off the Buck Mountain."

    Seasonal operations: Campground facilities and activities may vary by time of year. At Queen Wilhelmina, a camper noted, "There is a mini golf course, ice cream shop and train ride - but they said it's only open from Memorial Day to Labor Day."

    Tips for camping with families

    Creek-side entertainment: Shady Lake offers natural water play areas. "We have 4 boys under 12... There is a picturesque babbling creek that runs by most of the campsites, and we could have spent at least a couple days just exploring up and down the creek."

    Swimming options: Several campgrounds have swimming areas for cooling off. At Shady Lake, "Lake swimming is super simple but we enjoyed it. There's a dock a little way out from the shore to swim to and jump off of."

    Trail difficulty considerations: When hiking with children, choose appropriate trails. At Mount Magazine, "The various trails are well marked and offer several levels of technical expertise."

    Pet precautions: Prepare for wildlife interactions when bringing pets. While not mentioned in existing descriptions, several campgrounds have warnings about ticks and other pests affecting dogs during warmer months.

    Tips from RVers

    Site placement quirks: Campground layouts can vary considerably between locations. At Queen Wilhelmina, a camper observed, "Level asphalt lots but spaced kinda wonky," suggesting RVers should check site details before booking.

    Size restrictions: Different campgrounds accommodate various RV sizes. At Blue Knob Road, an RVer advises, "I have a 30ft Class C which is probably the largest vehicle you would want to drive down the dirt road to this site."

    Hookup variations: Research utility options before arrival. Brenda A. at Queen Wilhelmina wished "it had sewer," noting the campground has water and electric but lacks full hookups.

    Mountain driving awareness: RVers should consider road grades and conditions. The drive to Mount Magazine "begins with the climb: the road winds up and around the bends and crooks of the mountain," requiring careful navigation with larger vehicles.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Boles, AR is Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park with a 3.7-star rating from 19 reviews.

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