Best Tent Camping near Compton, AR
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Best Tent Sites Near Compton, AR (28)
1. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch
Ponca, Arkansas9 Reviews•27 Photos•95 Saves- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$5 - $245 / night
2. Haw Creek Falls Camping
Pelsor, Arkansas22 Reviews•81 Photos•578 SavesAs of Oct 2021 - Haw Creek Falls—Located on Hwy 123, this newly designated Point of Interest will be accessible year-round. Removal of the gate across the low-water bridge and suspension of fees will be immediately implemented, and camping will still be allowed in designated campsites. A slow transition of amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and lantern posts will be removed over time as they become unusable or unsafe. Trash services will be managed by the user as “pack it in, pack it out.” Active partner groups and volunteers are helping extend the life of current amenities, excluding trash services. Several volunteer workdays have been hosted at this site in the last several months, which have proven to be immensely beneficial to keeping this primitive area operational. Please note, this area is subject to flash flooding and visitors are responsible for monitoring conditions and taking precautionary measures. Removal of the gate does not indicate the area is always safe during changing weather conditions. Surrounded by a beautiful mature hardwood forest, this campground is located on a small mountain stream with picturesque falls, rocks, and a bluff. Big Piney Wild and Scenic River are nearby. There is an accessible trail to the Haw Creek Falls. Camping - 9 family units. Camping trailers are allowed but no special facilities are available. Access to the Ozark Highlands Trail. The recreation area is closed following the 3rd week of December and reopens the 3rd week of March. Please note that the campground is closed when heavy rain is forecast. Campground and Day-Use Area Rules
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
3. Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging
Ponca, Arkansas3 Reviews•16 Photos•125 SavesWe have been outfitting the Upper Buffalo River for over 33 years. We are a small, family owned business proud of our commitment to environmental stewardship of the Beautiful Buffalo River. Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging offers canoes, kayaks, and rafting on the Buffalo National River. We provide vehicle shuttles for floaters and hikers. Come stay in one of our three unique cabins with hot tubs, the treehouse yurt, the bunkhouse, or primitive campsites. We recycle and use green cleaning supplies. We offer quarter-operated shower available for campground guests and the public. Our Historic General Store has gas & groceries, along with a whole line of organic & local foods, arts, crafts, and souvenirs. We also have gear and accessories for camping, river, and hiking. Free Wifi available at the store/office.
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- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$15 - $150 / night
4. Hasty Takeout — Buffalo National River
Vendor, Arkansas3 Reviews•16 Photos•87 Saves- Fires
- Phone Service
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- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
5. Kings River Falls Campground
Pettigrew, Arkansas4 Reviews•32 Photos•314 SavesLess than a minute from the Kings River Falls trailhead and nestled alongside the headwaters of the Kings River in Venus Arkansas. This is a remote and rugged campground with caves, bluffs, swimming holes and river a plenty. This campground has a grand exhibition of the same sandstone formation that is responsible for the Whitaker Point (Hawksbill Crag) formation. Clovis like points have been found here, and so one might assume the bluffs and crags here have been inhabited for millennia.
We have picnic tables and fire rings at each site. If you have a large group, please contact us before booking to ensure that we are able to accommodate your group. This 7-acre property is completely surrounded by Arkansas Natural Heritage-Natural Area. There are miles of trails and cooling waters at every turn.
If you like Kings River Falls, get ready to fall in love with this Red Fern Campground.
Lose yourself in a fairy-tale land. With endless places to explore and amazing natural features at every turn this experience will not disappoint.
Most of our campsites are just yards away from a public swimming area, which is shared between our property and the Arkansas Natural Area. You should expect local traffic at the main swimming area during your stay. We have a private swimming area on our property which is just a short hike from the developed campsites (Please ask the camphost for directions).
Please be aware that cell phone service is spotty to virtually non-existent. Also, it's a good idea to bring waterproof hiking shoes or water shoes since our camping spots may require walking across a low water creek. This campground also requires travel down miles of county-maintained dirt roads. Expect your car to get dusty. We are unable to accommodate travel trailers and RVs at this time. Parking at your campsite requires a drive across a low water creek, otherwise you will need to park and walk across. Lastly, bring tick defense for yourself and your pets.
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- Reservable
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- Group
- Picnic Table
$27 - $30 / night
6. Carver Campground — Buffalo National River
Vendor, Arkansas3 Reviews•34 Photos•35 SavesCarver is a first come, first serve campground in the upper district of the park. It has 8 tent only sites with potable water, but no electrical amenities. A vault restroom is available. This is a pack in/pack out facility with no trash service.
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8. Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
Kirbyville, Missouri6 Reviews•15 Photos•68 SavesDrury-Mincy Conservation Area is in southern Taney County, southeast of Branson, off of Route J. The area, located in the heart of the White River glade region, was the Conservation Department's first deer refuge. The area is named for early landowner Frank Drury and the settlement of Mincy. The Commission leased the land in 1939, then purchased it in 1987. At present, the area is comprised of 5,599 acres which includes a portion of Bull Shoals Lake managed lands. By the turn of the century, deer numbers had dwindled to the point that Missouri could claim only 14 herds. One of these lived in the Drury-Mincy area. The area was purchased by a private landowner in 1929, who worked with the Department to increase deer numbers. From 1939 through 1959, Drury-Mincy deer were successfully used to restore populations statewide. The Drury-Mincy area, one of three areas that supported flocks of native wild turkeys, provided 300 turkeys for statewide restoration projects during the 1960s. Bluestem glades and post oak woodlands dominated the rolling hills. Mincy, Fox, and Bee creeks meander through stands of wild cane on their way to Bull Shoals Lake. Purple beardtongue, fringetree, and Ashe juniper are among the unusual plants found on the area.
Primitive camping is permitted in designated camping area only. Campers are limited to 14 consecutive days in a 30-day period. Groups of more than 10 campers are required to obtain a special use permit.
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Trash
- Picnic Table
9. Bayou Bluff Point of Interest (POI)
Hector, Arkansas10 Reviews•38 Photos•105 SavesEffective October 2021, Bayou Bluff became a Point of Interest. The fees are suspended for camping and day use and is now open all year. Upper loop is closed to camping and will be eliminated completely. Use of the vault toilet, large pavilion, three shelters, and a small pavilion will remain. The pavilions are managed on a first-come, first-service basis. Trash services are managed by visitors as "pack-it-in, pack-it-out," and Leave No Trace ethics are posted on information kiosks.
Active partner groups and volunteers are helping extend the life of the current amenities, excluding trash services.
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- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
10. Outdoor Resorts Of The Ozarks
Blue Eye, Missouri1 Review•8 Photos•4 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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- Cabins
Recent Tent Reviews in Compton
1032 Reviews of 28 Compton Campgrounds
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Jody D.
Traveler
Lost Bridge North
Scenic hilly campground
Nice very scenic campground. Hilly with staggered rv slots, so it seems like everyone would have a great view of the lake. Bathrooms were locked for the season, I presume. Starlink worked well on our site (13)
- JJody D.Traveler
Dam Site River - Beaver Lake
Great access to White River
We ended up staying our full two weeks here we liked it so much. The access to the river was fantastic. Quiet except for the dam siren for water level warnings before dawn and in the evening. Bathrooms were locked for the season, I presume. Starlink worked well at our site (9), but it wouldn’t at most of the sites.
Fred S.
Legend
FR1802A, Meadows Knob Rd Dispersed
Secluded, Light Usage, Dispersed Camping in the Ozarks
Coordinates: 35.58695,-93.20723. Camped here Dec 29, 2024. Set well off of Meadows Knob Rd. Expect pinstriping along the access track to this secluded dispersed campsite. FR1802A toward the site has some erosion; low clearance vehicles may high center in one or two spots. The main forest road into this part of the Ozark National Forest is okay. The campsite is in open area, located in an old clear cut area. There is a partial view of the distant mountains. The site is a level, dirt surface. Not a large site; okay for one rig. Tent camping possible. No nearby mature trees for hammock camping. The site is overgrown with grass and weeds; a weed whacker is needed to clear the rock fire ring. There is a spot on the ground where a previous campfire was made. Good AT&T and T-Mobile 5G service. No shade; access to Starlink is possible. No hiking trails, although there is a 2-track for hiking that leads down into Graves Creek Canyon and some unnamed waterfalls. The hike along this trck is nice. This is not a pretty dispersed site, but it is well off of the main forest road; very private. Access to the site may be difficult for some vehicles. High clearance 4x4 vehicles should have no problems.
Cody S.
Guide
Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
Floating & Hiking Getaway
The 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.
Ron M.Traveler
Cooper Creek Resort
Pretty cool place to stay
We stayed here over Thanksgiving. The campground was about 1/3 full . The people working here are very nice! I think the campground would get a 5 if there were more pull-thru sites and the bath houses were a little more updated. We will definitely stay here again when in Branson.
Linda C.Traveler
America's Best Campground
Excellent
Quiet in December. Good shower and laundry facilities.
Tracy C.
Scout
Blue Heron Campground
Great Get Away❤️
Blue 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 ❤️
- Fred S.Legend
Morgan Mtn Rd/Spy Rock Dispersed
Large dispersed with a view
Coordinates: 35.69300,-93.76803. Large dispersed site with a view, especially in the winter, of the mountains to the west. Located along Morgan Mountain Road, Forest Road 1504, a little over a mile north of AR Hwy 215. The trailhead to Spy Rock is about a mile north of this site. Altough eroded in spots due to recent heavy rains, Morgan Mountain Road was in good condition - no obstacles. A 2wd passenger car can carefully make it over the eroded areas. Except for one small spot, the site is not level - slopes downhill a little toward the ridge. Camping rigs may need leveling depending on the parking spot. Access into the site from the forest road is easy. There is a clean rock fire ring. Tenting camping is possible. Hammock camping may be possible using nearby trees. The site is mostly shaded. The forest surrounding this campsite is beautiful. I received no T-Mobile service during my visit. I decided not to camp here during my visit due to a brisk, cold north-northwest wind blowing through the campsite.
- Fred S.Legend
Redding Campground
Some recent flood damage, but still good
Camped in site #6 on Nov 20, 2024. The Mulberry River had some serious flooding a few weeks ago which caused this campground to close. The campground is now open, and work is being done to restore the campground and its campsites back to its previous clean state. During my stay, grading was being done on the campground loop road. Some of the campsites were flooded leaving behind some debris and eroded site driveways. The sites away from the river were in good condition. The tent pads look level. Water was available; toilets and showers were functional. The restoom/shower house can use some cleaning, but not too bad. Trash service was available. Despite the flood damage, this is a good campground in a pretty area. I look forward to returning.
- Fred S.Legend
Shores Lake
Quiet stay in a hardwood forest
Camped in site #10 in mid-November 2024. Site 10 is non-electric; paid $7.50/night with senior pass. Overall clean campground, well maintained and managed, in pretty hardwood forest. Not busy during my stay. Sites have picnic tables, tent pads and clean metal fire rings. Site 10 was level. The campground includes a clean restroom/shower house, one clean vault toilet at the far end of the campground, trash dumpsters and drinking water; all of these facilities and services were available during my stay in November. Campground can accommodate tents, camper vans, car camping and RVs. Some sites are electric. There are no water and sewer hookups. Campground road is paved as well as Highway 215 from I-40 accessing the campground. Sites are mostly shaded, but there is no privacy between sites. Shores Lake trailhead is located in a parking area in the campground. Day use area nearby with good fishing in Shores Lake. Campground hosts Donna and Eddie were wonderful. I really liked this campground.
hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Branson Musicland Kampground
Very convenient
Right in town but actually quite. Bathrooms very clean nice laundry area and cheap.
- SSTEVE D.Scout
Beaver RV Park and Campground
$2 for 5 min shower!!!
The good: Beautiful location. Limited access due to 11’ 6” bridge to enter location. Not near Passion Play as indicated on Apple Maps. Double check location before you book!
The Bad: $2 for 5 min shower?! Campsite price, $40, doesn’t include shower. No sewer hookups. Also serves as public boat ramp. Random people coming and going. Women’s toilet is a pit toilet, (outhouse)!
‘Chelle S.Guide
Sugar Camp Lookout Tower Dispersed Area
Beautiful and Peaceful
Mark Twain National Forest is always a great getaway. This location is tucked away from the main road and is easy to get to. Could easily get 4 rigs + in the sight. Established fire ring (be mindful of burn bans). Close to Roaring River and Table Rock lake.
- ‘Chelle S.Guide
Edge of the Woods RV Park and Campground
Anna is a fantastic host
We have stayed at this campground several times and Anna is there to answer all your questions and really take care of you. This is close to Roaring River and Table Rock Lake. You are also close to Cassville if you’ve forgotten anything or want to eat out!
- LLarry F.Guide
Port Of Kimberling Marina & Resort
Gorgeous Autumn Camping
Stayed 3 nights. Weekend had a few family gatherings near us, but the weekdays we pretty much had the place to ourselves. Campground is well maintained with beautiful views of Table Rock Lake. We were in upper section (electric only) - the lower section next to the marina has full hookups. There are a few pull-through, but most sites are back-in and long enough for al most any rig.
870VERLANDGuideBlue Heron Campground
Very clean
Great trip. Beautiful campground. Beautiful scenery
- 870VERLANDGuide
White River Campground and Cottages
Amazing place with amazing owners
Great trip. Beautiful campground. Beautiful scenery
- 870VERLANDGuide
Harrison RV Park & Campground
Right on Highway good for campers
Right on Highway good for campers
- 870VERLANDGuide
Erbie Campground — Buffalo National River
Great but no signal
Great trip. Beautiful campground. Beautiful scenery
Amanda W.ScoutBuffalo Point — Buffalo National River
So stressful and loud - really don't recommend camping here
This campground had the potential to be amazing- it's beautiful, is right next to the river with amazing views of the stars, and has several hikes close by. But the camp hosts and rangers don't enforce any sort of quiet time or people capacity rules. So unfortunately my partner and I had a group of probably 20 people camping next to us. They brought in a DJ car(open the trunk and it had huge speakers and running lights) to bump techno music during the day, and at night they set up a movie projector and large screen and watched horror movies late into the night. It's not serene when there are 8 tents, a crowd of people, and horror movie screaming right beside you all day and night. I even went and talked to the camp hosts but nothing was done. So, I don't recommend this place. Usually I camp to unwind and chill, but I left the weekend more frazzled and exhausted than I came.
Wanda S.ScoutBlue Heron Campground
Beautiful campground!
You will love this campground. It's a beautiful rv resort next to the water. Step out of your rv and you will see some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the United States. Michael is the director of the campground and he is so very helpful and congenial. We travel to many states but this campground is our very favorite and if you like or love to fish, this is your place! Go see for yourselves and we will probably see you there!!
Wanda and Pete Shurow
Beth M.Guide
Mill Creek (missouri)
Lovely Lake View
Everything about this campground is fantastic. The lake surrounds the point, the sites are cleverly designed, the October crowd is quiet and friendly, it's near Branson, strong Verizon signal.
Jennifer O.LegendBlue Heron Campground
Absolutely beautiful on the White River
We loved our stay at Blue Heron. We had a riverfront spot and really just came to chill not fish but it’s a fishing location. White river is trout paradise so if you’re an angler this is where it’s at. Campground was SUPER clean. Best level pads and hookups we’ve ever seen. Firewood and ice for sale. Everything was absolutely perfect except the road noise….which in all fairness we knew about. LOTS of noise. It died down after 8pm and before 8am and we couldn’t hear it in our camper so it’s was ok.
Chris S.ScoutAmerica's Best Campground
Camping as a family
This location has been a great place. It is clean and well maintained. The staff is friendly and the area is peaceful. We would recommend this place to anyone looking for a campground in Branson Mo. It is also a short and scenic drive to what ever suites you in Branson.
Vien W.Guide
Round the Bend RV Campground
Round the Bend RV Camping
This RV Park is amazing! The view of Black Mountain at sunset is amazing! We love the well-kept grounds and spacious back in RV sites. They also have tent camping that you can book online. The location is convenient a quarter of mile off the Highway 23/The Pig Trail that motorcycle riders love. All the sites are generously space out with plenty of room for parking. The Turner Bend Camp Store is half mile down the road for gasoline, camping supplies, ice, fresh deli sandwiches and wraps, t-shirts, pins and patches.
We love the new bathroom and shower house. Don't miss this gem of a place. The owners are super nice
- JJessica P.Guide
Grape Country RV Park
Beautiful grounds, beautiful countryside
Settled right in between grape fields, beautiful manacured grounds with lots of picnic tables and plenty of area to walk dogs or kids. No additional amenities but not needed really with FHU. Owner came by and personally checked on us, booking was easy with a text! Great wines right up the road
- NNick & Allyssa S.Guide
Branson Treehouse Cabin & RV Park
Quiet, Centrally Located, Large Sites
We really enjoyed our stay here! It was the week after Labor Day and was mostly vacant, making for a quiet stay. Love the amenities for kids! The only reason I give 4 stars is the dog policy— it’s very strict, and there isn’t a dog park type area to let pets off leash to play & get energy out.
Guide to Compton
Tent camping near Compton, Arkansas offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, with a variety of well-reviewed campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts.
Tips for tent camping near Compton
- Steel Creek Campground provides a serene escape with spacious sites and the soothing sounds of the nearby Buffalo River, perfect for those looking to disconnect from the digital world.
- Kings River Falls Campground is ideal for families, offering ample space for pets and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great spot for a relaxing getaway.
- Hasty Takeout is a convenient choice for those interested in kayaking or fishing, with easy access to clear waters and a small pebble beach.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- Horseshoe Canyon Ranch features electric hookups, showers, and a market, ensuring a comfortable stay while enjoying the beautiful surroundings and climbing opportunities.
- Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging offers a variety of accommodations, including yurts and cabins, along with amenities like potable water and showers, making it a versatile choice for all types of campers.
- Carver Campground provides basic amenities such as fire pits and picnic tables, making it a straightforward option for those looking to enjoy a simple camping experience.
Local attractions for outdoor activities
- Kings River Falls Campground is located near stunning hiking trails and swimming holes, perfect for those wanting to explore the natural beauty of the area.
- Steel Creek Campground is a gateway to breathtaking views and hidden waterfalls, ideal for hikers and nature lovers seeking adventure.
- Hasty Takeout is close to Cobb Cave and Whitaker Point, offering opportunities for exploration and stunning scenery just a short distance from your campsite.
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