Best Glamping near Dennard, AR

Petit Jean State Park houses upscale glamping accommodations including yurts with electricity, comfortable beds, and private decks overlooking Lake Bailey. The yurts feature propane stoves, water faucets, and picnic tables, providing a blend of outdoor connection and modern comfort. One guest shared, "We stayed in one of the yurts. The kids enjoyed the geese right outside the door and at night, the deer came out only feet from the yurt." Each yurt includes a canoe for guest use, allowing immediate access to water recreation. White Buffalo Resort and Sylamore Creek Camp also offer premium glamping options with climate control, full bathrooms, and kitchenettes, creating boutique camping experiences that maintain a connection to the natural surroundings.

Hiking trails connect directly to several glamping sites, with Cedar Falls and Bear Cave being popular destinations accessible from Petit Jean State Park's accommodations. The park's glamping locations provide easy access to swimming, boating, and wildlife viewing, with many sites positioned for optimal sunset views over the water. According to a camper, "The view is beautiful with all the water sites." Nearby Mountain View offers additional cultural experiences, while on-site amenities at various glamping resorts include swimming pools, ping pong tables, and well-stocked camp stores. Most glamping accommodations remain open year-round, though some premium features like boat rentals operate seasonally from April through November, making spring and fall particularly popular for boutique camping experiences.

Best Glamping Sites Near Dennard, Arkansas (22)

    1. Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    105 Reviews
    Adona, AR
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 727-5441

    $25 - $40 / night

    "PROS  No reservation transaction fee 

    Senior discount 

    Quiet 

    Moveable metal picnic table on a concrete pad, pedestal BBQ grill, fire ring with cooking grate, and one hook lantern pole 

    Site 14 partially"

    "We stayed in Loop C and I felt a little too secluded. The sites in C & D appeared to be a little smaller. I noticed several sites in B & C were uneven from roots pushing the asphalt up."

    2. Choctaw

    3 Reviews
    Clinton, AR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 745-8320

    $18 - $50 / night

    "This Campground is quiet, secluded jewel in Clinton, Arkansas. Tall trees everywhere you look. Every campsite is shaded. Perfectly spaced trees for the hammock lovers."

    "Tall trees, a lake, and nicely spaced out sites. Loved it."

    3. Gilbert RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Buffalo National River, AR
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 439-2111

    $38 / night

    "We got all setup and enjoyed our time around Gilbert. The quiet little town with some live music occasionally."

    "The campground is small and a bit sparse, but the location to the river is unbeatable. The camp owner and store manager “Jim” is a delight…as is “homer” the camp dog."

    4. Sylamore Creek Camp

    11 Reviews
    Mountain View, AR
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 475-4223

    $5 - $30 / night

    "Well stocked store, RV sites, tent sites, group sites, cabins, pavilion, and even a stage for events.  Quick access to the Syllamore Trail, the creek, and nearby mountain biking trails."

    "We love having direct access to creek. It is kayak, family, pet friendly. The only thing it is lacking is internet connection, which for us is a plus for disconnecting."

    5. White Buffalo Resort

    6 Reviews
    Norfork, AR
    30 miles
    Website

    "The resort is well maintained and the staff is friendly. There's a pool in the summer and a ping pong table. The bathrooms do not have air conditioning, but are clean."

    "The staff here goes above & beyond! The campsites are close together but the amenities are worth it. Very family friendly."

    6. Holiday Mountain Resort

    2 Reviews
    Mountain View, AR
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 585-2231

    "Very kid friendly for swimming or walking or biking around in the campground. We will be back"

    7. Dam Site Campground

    8 Reviews
    Tumbling Shoals, AR
    35 miles
    Website

    "This campground is right around the corner from Greers Ferry Dam. Our family enjoyed several days and made countless memories here."

    "This is such a beautiful campground with great fishing and floating nearby. The campground sits on the tail waters of Beaver Lake and is gorgeous!!"

    8. Greers Ferry Lake - COE/Cherokee Rec Area

    3 Reviews
    Heber Springs, AR
    30 miles
    Website

    "went here on a fishing trip, and i pulled out so many rainbow trouts from this lake!"

    9. Dam - Quarry

    11 Reviews
    Norfork, AR
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 499-7216

    $24 - $80 / night

    "Good access to sites. Clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower."

    "There are several camp sites in this one location. Great for family get together. Private pavilion. Vault toilets are being upgraded to flush. Electricity and water, but not at every site."

    10. Dogwood Springs Campground

    10 Reviews
    Jasper, AR
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 446-2163

    "It is a ”resort” style campground meaning your parked very close to each other. Considering it’s one of the few, if not only full hook up site in the Jasper area we figured we would give it a shot."

    "He went over the trails in the area & marked the ones I wanted to go to on a map - which was extremely helpful since I kept losing cell service/gps while driving."

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Glamping Reviews near Dennard, AR

202 Reviews of 22 Dennard Campgrounds


  • Tom C.
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Dogwood Springs Campground

    Rustic

    Dogwood Springs in Jasper AR is definitely rustic and unpolished with regard to its setting.  RV sites do have full hook-ups although we had an issue with the sewer draining properly on site 31. With only one bath room each for men and women and one shower each as well, they do provide the basics. We had an opportunity to peek into a cabin and we were very impressed with the set up, having a full bath and mini-kitchen. It was well appointed and inviting.

    The lay-out of the campground is a bit odd in that some sites are only accessible by driving through another. 

    The view from site 31 included that of Round top mountain but also vacant, declining commercial buildings near the campground. 

    Proximity to stores and restaurants in Jasper was handy.

  • Napunani
    Dec. 1, 2023

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    One of Arkansas' Finest

    PROS 

    No reservation transaction fee 

    Senior discount 

    Quiet 

    Moveable metal picnic table on a concrete pad, pedestal BBQ grill, fire ring with cooking grate, and one hook lantern pole 

    Site 14 partially shady 

    Good condition asphalt parking pad with gravel and grass surrounding 

    Good view of lake from Site 14 

    Sites well spaced 

    Campground A toilet/shower building clean and sufficiently stocked. Heated but not air conditioned. 

    Site 14 more than long enough for trailer and tow vehicle 

    Dark sky friendly as there are no street lights in Campground A 

    Very nice 6ft wide asphalt bike trail from Campground B to Mather Lodge

    (approximately 1.75 miles) CCC Hike and Bike Trail 

    New Visitor Center built 2021 

    Beautiful CCC built Mather Lodge

    (restaurant added in 2012) 

    Grass throughout campground mowed 

    Firewood sold in the yards of residences along State Road 154 

    CONS 

    Site 14 extremely unlevel side to side 

    No privacy from other campsites 

    No entrance security gate to the park or any campgrounds as State Road 154 cuts thru the park 

    No park ranger drive thrus 

    Mather Lodge Restaurant OK. Don't expect much from the menu or service but it has a full bar 

    3 of our 4 day stay there was a religious group prophetlytizing at the Park Visitor Center WIFI only at Lodge and Visitors Center 

    NO TMOBILE service

  • Cheryl C.
    Oct. 30, 2023

    White Buffalo Resort

    Can't beat it!

    It's such a beautiful place, right on the White River and the Buffalo River, just yards away. The best of both rivers. The resort is well maintained and the staff is friendly. There's a pool in the summer and a ping pong table. The bathrooms do not have air conditioning, but are clean.

  • Renee H.
    Mar. 26, 2024

    Dam - Quarry

    Clean campground, nice location

    Average space between sites. Level paved sites with gravel picnic area including picnic table, fire ring, lantern hanger. Some sites had covered picnic area. Limited shade, most sites don’t have trees. Good access to sites. Clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. Garbage cans were outside of bathrooms, as well as dumpsters near the registration building. Friendly staff upon check in. Campground was patrolled regularly. No laundry or recycling. Nearby road with little road noise. Verizon cell signal was excellent. There is a dump station and potable fill station. No store or food for purchase on site. No hiking in campground, but multiple trails nearby. Boat ramp at campground and lots of wading fly fishing in river. Fish hatchery across from campground.

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2018

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    So much to do!

    This was our first time at Petit Jean and definitely won’t be the last! My 1st suggestion: RESERVE EARLY to get a spot in Loop A or Loop B. We stayed in Loop C and I felt a little too secluded. The sites in C & D appeared to be a little smaller. I noticed several sites in B & C were uneven from roots pushing the asphalt up. Beware! Loop A is full hookup while B-D have electricity & water only. We stayed on Site 64 in a pop up style camper. It was fairly level and there were a couple good places for tents. Everyone around us was tent camping. My main complaint was the bathroom. The showers are not very private other than a nasty mildewed shower curtain, but there is no where to dry off or dress that is private. The showers were nasty on the weekend that we went, but it was also a revolving door of a massive group of 30+ tent campers that was using the showers. They were a lot cleaner on Sunday thankfully. The park itself is absolutely breathtaking! We went to the Cedar Falls Overlook, Palisades Overlook and Stout Point Overlook. We also made the hike down to Cedar Falls. It was absolutely incredible, but you should be somewhat in decent shape for this hike as it was not easy! We also hiked Bear Cave. It was nice with lots of exploring around the cave. We ate dinner at Mather Lodge one night. I had the Catfish Platter and it was excellent. I’m already ready to plan another trip here during the summer so we can utilize the boat house and a few other amenities that are closed during the off season. Well worth a fall visit though!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 6, 2019

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    Beautiful and Clean

    We stayed at Petit Jean State Park during the week of Thanksgiving. It’s a popular place, so very busy, but all the campers around us were very courteous, friendly, and obeyed quiet time rules. The sites (we were in a tent in Loop C) were spacious and clean, as were the bathhouses. The Visitor’s Center/Registration was well-stocked and staff was efficient and welcoming. We ate dinner at Mather’s Lodge-the food was mediocre but service was great.

  • C
    Oct. 8, 2021

    JB Trading Co.

    Excellent camping

    We have stayed here multiple times and have taken advantage of the platform tents, the huts as well as primitive camping. The facilities are always super clean and in great condition. Having the on-site store and gas station is awesome as we always forget something and it’s loaded with most everything you may need. There are tons of nearby activities from hiking, fishing and kayaking and much more. We typically make a day trip out to Eureka springs as it’s only an hour away and cool downtown area. This is a staple for our camping.

  • Arkansas F.
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    Quiet little campground

    For a small campground, this place has a lot to offer. Well stocked store, RV sites, tent sites, group sites, cabins, pavilion, and even a stage for events. 

    Quick access to the Syllamore Trail, the creek, and nearby mountain biking trails.

  • J
    Jun. 24, 2019

    Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park

    Last minute fun

    We took our little camper out to Petit Jean for the first time and it was a blast. We were a little unprepared, so we stayed in the overflow area. This part is not paved and has no fire pit, so we couldn't have a fire. If you have a portable fire pit you can have a fire there. Also those spots do not have a grill, but we have a small one that we were able to use. The driveways to get to the overflow area are a bit rough (roots sticking up through the dirt) and it takes a bit to get level (sloped toward the lake). However, the dump station is very clean and convenient. We will definitely come back to Petit Jean in the future.


Guide to Dennard

Glamping near Dennard, Arkansas offers premium outdoor accommodations amid the Ozark Mountains, where elevations range from 500 to 2,500 feet. Many sites provide direct access to waterways like the White River and Buffalo River, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. These upscale camping options typically remain available year-round, though amenities vary by season.

What to do

Hiking trails: Several campgrounds offer direct access to hiking trails of varying difficulty. At Petit Jean State Park, visitors find trails rated from easy to difficult. "Lots to do here. Fantastic hiking trails - rated from easy to difficult," notes Fred S., who particularly recommends the Cedar Falls trail.

Fishing opportunities: The rivers provide excellent fishing, particularly for trout and bass. "If you enjoy fishing this has some of the best trout and bass fishing in the area," shares Bill M. about White Buffalo Resort, which sits where the White and Buffalo rivers merge.

Water recreation: From swimming to boating, water activities are popular at most glamping locations. At Holiday Mountain Resort, "Creek is full of smallmouth bass, great swimming holes for the kids, and some shallow wading areas to lounge in chairs or find crawfish," reports Ethan W.

Cave exploration: For those seeking adventure beyond hiking, some campgrounds provide access to cave systems. "The Cedar Falls hike is beautiful and a quick fun adventure. I recommend going to the Petit Jean Grave. The view is vast!" explains Sondra M. about her experience at Petit Jean State Park.

What campers like

Waterfront locations: Campers consistently praise sites with water views and access. At Dam Site Campground, Charlene A. notes it "sits on the tail waters of Beaver Lake and is gorgeous!! The sites are large, semi private and it's always been quiet here—even with a full campground!"

Private bathrooms: Several glamping locations have invested in upgraded bathroom facilities. At Dam - Quarry, Renee H. appreciated the "clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower."

Four-season availability: Many locations maintain year-round operations. "We stayed at Petit Jean State Park for the first time over Easter weekend. Even though the park was booked to capacity, it is so well laid out that it was really nice to be there," shares Jill B., highlighting the park's appeal beyond peak season.

Designated campsites: Unlike dispersed camping, glamping sites offer well-defined, prepared spaces. Ryan S. explains that Petit Jean State Park's "A loop pros: it's new, it's laid out ideally, full hook up sites with sewer, and plenty of gravel and concrete to keep from dealing with too much dirt, mud, sand."

What you should know

Reservation timing: Popular glamping sites fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. At Petit Jean State Park, one visitor noted the best sites are hard to secure: "A loop 'Stays booked 93% of the year' -Park Office. It's really hard to get a reservation if you don't book at least a year out in A loop."

Limited cell service: Some areas have spotty connectivity. At Macks Pines, Amy & Stu B. reported "No ATT or Verizon service there or in the general area, had to download a map that was essentially a PDF to get around."

Supply access: The rural nature of most glamping locations means planning ahead for supplies. "Dry county with very few places to buy any food or groceries outside of an hour drive," warns Amy & Stu B. about the area around Macks Pines.

Seasonal variations: Weather and amenities change throughout the year. "If in Arkansas, Petit Jean State Park is a must... Go Spring or Fall for the View," recommends Andrew S., suggesting optimal timing for visits.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly water spots: Look for locations with shallow areas for children. At Holiday Mountain Resort, one camper noted it's "Very kid friendly for swimming or walking or biking around in the campground."

Space between sites: For family privacy, choose campgrounds with adequate separation. At Sylamore Creek Camp, Sandy R. explains, "We love having direct access to creek. It is kayak, family, pet friendly... They have all levels of sites: primitive, water and electric, or full."

Playground access: Some locations offer additional recreational facilities. As Bobby S. mentions about Holiday Mountain Resort, it's a "Great family campground... Very kid friendly for swimming or walking or biking around in the campground."

Off-peak visits: Consider visiting outside summer for fewer crowds. Jason R. notes that Petit Jean State Park is a "Quiet park that enforces the quiet time rule after 9:00," making it ideal for families with younger children.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven sites requiring preparation. At Petit Jean State Park, a reviewer noted some "sites are unlevel and require significant leveling chocks to get it truly level."

Loop selection: Research specific loops before booking. As Shana D. advises about Petit Jean State Park: "RESERVE EARLY to get a spot in Loop A or Loop B. We stayed in Loop C and I felt a little too secluded. The sites in C & D appeared to be a little smaller."

Full hookup availability: For maximum convenience, look for sites with complete services. Ryan S. explains the difference at Petit Jean: "A Loop pros: it's new, it's laid out ideally, full hook up sites with sewer... A loop cons: very little shade would be rough in summer months without shade tents, awnings, etc."

Campground layout considerations: Some layouts may affect your ability to depart when desired. At Dogwood Springs, Tyler D. notes, "2 camper share a row, however the owners made it clear that it's planned out that we wouldn't be blocked in... the person parked in front of you is also checking out a day before you."

Frequently Asked Questions

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