Calico Rock is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Calico Rock. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$3 - $60 / night
"I completed my undergrad and graduate degrees in Arkansas about 30ish miles north of Little Rock."
"Blanchard Springs has great camp sites, great hiking, multiple access to swim/wade into water, plus great caving opportunities! There is NO cell service in the park. "
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While traveling through this portion of Arkansas I stumbled upon a small roadside for Gunner Pool Recreation Area just a short distance past Blanchard Springs. 3 miles down a gravel"
"Tents or pop ups only, no big rigs as this is a little off road."
$24 - $80 / night
"Good access to sites. Clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower."
"close the the river and next to the hatchery Great fishing and it’s neat to watch the water rise from the dam."
$5 - $30 / night
"Quick access to the Syllamore Trail, the creek, and nearby mountain biking trails."
"Perfect location with lots to see and do very close by."
$20 - $50 / night
"Some sites you may not be long enough for your entire rig and you would park your tow vehicle next to your camper. Shade was plentiful. There are five different loops."
"Paved roads to all the way to your camp site, showers, and a fantastic dinner 5 minutes away may not sound like luxury but Arkansas hllls usually make you work hard to enjoy their beauty."
"This is a nice campground right on lake Norfolk. Spaces are alittle close together. Staff at Marina go above and beyond helping you out. Beautiful views!!"
"Awesome views of the lake and great swimming off the rock outcrops. Water is so clear the only downside is no showers"
$22 - $40 / night
"I think, if they came and upgraded the site with better pad for the modem rvs, this could be a prime location."
"If you own a boat, Lake Norfork is the place to be. It offers a big like to boat on or fish."
"Right on the White River with easy access to the Buffalo River by boat, canoe, or kayak. Pool, playground, small store with essentials, boat rentals, ping pong, & more."
"Located at the end of the world, it will take a bit to.get there but the drive is worth it."
$40 - $45 / night
"You are surrounded by mountains, wildlife, birds, eagles, deer, geese and the confluence of the White & Norfork River is at the end of driveway. Norfork Lake is just a few miles away."
ScoutI love staying here but for monthly rent at 490 you get just water and sewage hookups and the back of the office building had 1 shower and a laundromat with only 1 dryer and 1 washer.. which can be aggravating at times of heavy traffic needing to use those amenities. The dial up internet is basic and does go in and out alot... and not to mention the groundskeeper ain't very pleasant but you hardly ever see him doing his grounds keeping work until every other weekend it seems and that's just to mow, weedeat, and blow the leaves and grass away.
ScoutWent on a hike of the short Panther Bay trail today. Very disappointed to have two felled trees across the trail. My wife and I are in our 80's and it was very difficult to navigate around both trees into the dense forest on either sides. To top it all off, I'm one who does pay an annual $40 fee to the ACofE just so I don't have to suffer fallen trees. Yes, the tree looked down from last fall. This trail is for our age group and folks over 65, and of course children. NOT right now though.
ScoutThe campground is nice. The grounds are unkept this year. The grass is already tall and when we asked about it we were told it’s only getting taller. The grass will not be cut at all this year. Bring your weed eater or mower I guess.
GuideOur first time here. It is beautiful! Quickly becoming one of our favorites. We are in site 13 right on the water! But be warned if you are not proficient in backing your camper sites 10-13 are probably not the best choice. You have to back down a hill quite a ways. This really is a beautiful well taken care of campground! You will not be disappointed
TravelerStopped there for a night. Not an unpopular area with locals, I spoke to several over the 24hrs I stayed here. Good pull off area with room for 3-5 "sites. A few established "dispersal" spots to use. Was able to comfortably pull my 4runner in and car camp comfortably for a night right next to the Buffalo river and between 2 fresh water streams feeding into it. Well worth the stop. Beautiful area!
ScoutGreat little campground. Please read description before coming or don't whine when you get here. No electricity, hot showers and water available close. Quiet and close to the river.
GuideThe campground in nestled in the Buffalo National River Wilderness offering many options on the river or hiking the mountains and bluffs. There are several river access spots throughout the campground.
There are floating outfitters in the area that will drive you up river to float back down toward the campground.
The bathrooms are on the smaller side, but the showers were clean.
ScoutBlue Heron cabin was awesome! It was so so clean, and beautiful! Over looking the water can’t get any better! The cabin was so nice! Michael was great to work with and very professional and very nice! Can’t wait till next time ❤️
ScoutWhile it was pretty last year (the reason it was my first pick this year) the owner uses Marissa, Jamie and Serena as his own personal shield to avoid taking responsibility for his business, and all of them are rude as all get out. Marissa promised multiple times that the owner would call me, and kept changing when exactly that would be. Two days later, I have NEVER heard from him, despite him being fully aware he needed to contact me. I ended up having the credit card company cancel the charge.
And omg, the shower house. Bring a space heater. It's an open air shed with exposed pvc and no drain. I can't imagine how it operates in the winter.
If you come in October, expect loud screaming, gun shots and chainsaws for THREE HOURS at night from one of their events your probably won't be told about til you arrive. Greg deserves to have this place fail.
Camping near Calico Rock, Arkansas, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful scenery and plenty of activities, there are several campgrounds to explore.
Camping around Calico Rock, Arkansas, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Calico Rock, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 158 campgrounds and RV parks near Calico Rock, AR and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Calico Rock, AR is Blanchard Springs Recreation Area — Ozark St. Francis National Forests with a 4.8-star rating from 24 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Calico Rock, AR.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 parks near Calico Rock, AR that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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