Best RV Parks & Resorts near DeQueen Lake in Arkansas

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Best RV Sites Near DeQueen Lake (96)

    Lisa H.'s photo of rv camping at Creekside RV Park near Broken Bow, OK
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    1. Creekside RV Park

    2 Reviews
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    11 Saves
    Broken Bow, Oklahoma

    Beautiful wooded scenery on a small creek with 20/30/50 Amp electric, water, sewer, wifi, picnic table & fire ring at every site. 2 large & clean restrooms with showers, and a Laundry facility. 48 Spacious back in sites and 3 pull through sites. Pet and big rig friendly.

    • Pets
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $45 - $50 / night

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    2. Cossatot River RV Park

    3 Reviews
    5 Photos
    4 Saves
    Wickes, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 / night

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    3. Murfeesboro RV Park

    5 Reviews
    3 Photos
    11 Saves
    Murfreesboro, Arkansas
    • Pets
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    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    Lenny M.'s photo of rv camping at Broken Bow Inn & RV Park near Broken Bow, OK
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    4. Broken Bow Inn & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    2 Photos
    2 Saves
    Broken Bow, Oklahoma
    • Pets
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    • Reservable
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    • Tents
    Jason H.'s photo of rv camping at Sunrise RV Park near Texarkana, AR
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    5. Sunrise RV Park

    4 Reviews
    7 Photos
    18 Saves
    Texarkana, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $35 - $45 / night

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    6. Texarkana RV Park

    2 Reviews
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    4 Saves
    Texarkana, Arkansas
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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Reynolds  O.'s photo of rv camping at Shadow Mountain RV Park near Mena, AR
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    7. Shadow Mountain RV Park

    3 Reviews
    2 Photos
    9 Saves
    Mena, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 - $40 / night

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    8. Secluded Acres Cabin Rentals

    1 Review
    10 Saves
    Broken Bow, Oklahoma

    Seasonal Dates IN SEASON: Spring Break till Oct 31 – In season rates apply for holidays and festivals. OFF SEASON: November 1 until Spring Break

    Minimum Rates Apply for Holidays

    Essentials Kitchen, Air conditioning, Heating, Hair dryer, Hangers, Iron, Washer, Dryer,TV, Indoor fireplace, Shampoo, Bed linens, Extra pillows and blankets, Wireless Internet, Laptop friendly workspace, Microwave, Coffee maker, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dishes and silverware, Cooking basics , Oven, Stove, Free parking on premises, BBQ grill, Patio or balcony

    • Pets
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    • Market
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    • WiFi
    Chris H.'s photo of rv camping at Beavers Bend State Park Campground near Eagletown, OK
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    9. Beavers Bend State Park Campground

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    345 Saves
    Eagletown, Oklahoma

    Beavers Bend State Park is located in the mountainous region of southeast Oklahoma along the shores of Broken Bow Lake and the Mountain Fork River. Guests traveling down the winding roads through the forests of pine and hardwood trees will find adventure, beautiful scenery and plenty of activities inside this state park. The scenic beauty of Beavers Bend State Park makes it one of Oklahoma's most popular areas.

    Towering timbers, crystal clear waters and rugged terrain make this state park an outdoor lover's paradise. Visitors to Beavers Bend State Park will enjoy hiking, biking, boating, fishing, water skiing, nature center activities, river float trips, canoeing, horseback riding and much more. Trout streams are stocked year-round and the park features two catch-and-release trophy areas. Escape into the serenity of nature and follow the Mountain Fork River as it flows from the base of Broken Bow Lake through the park below. This area provides visitors with spectacular views, as well as excellent canoeing and fishing opportunities.

    Nestled among the trees and alongside the Mountain Fork River are rustic and modern cabins, RV sites and tent campsites, as well as two group camps. This 3,482-acre park offers 47 cabins with kitchenettes, plus 393 campsites and over 50 tent sites spread over eight camping areas. All RV and tent sites are available for online reservations. Waste dump stations are available. Leashed pets are welcome in the park and there are cabins with one and two bedrooms that allow pets for a small nightly fee.

    Beavers Bend State Park also offers the Beavers Bend Lodge, situated along the shores of Broken Bow Lake. Every room within the lodge features amazing views of the water. The lodge offers four suites, a great room with a stone fireplace and a conference room. Guests at the lodge are served free continental breakfast in the great room each morning. The lodge can be contacted at the phone number above, by calling toll-free at 800-435-5514, via fax at 580-494-6177 or through email at lview@travelok.com.

    • Pets
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $40 / night

    Robin C.'s photo of rv camping at Acorn Campground — Beavers Bend State Park near Broken Bow, OK
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    10. Acorn Campground — Beavers Bend State Park

    10 Reviews
    57 Photos
    19 Saves
    Broken Bow, Oklahoma

    Beavers Bend State Park is located in the mountainous region of southeast Oklahoma along the shores of Broken Bow Lake and the Mountain Fork River. Guests traveling down the winding roads through the forests of pine and hardwood trees will find adventure, beautiful scenery and plenty of activities inside this state park. The scenic beauty of Beavers Bend State Park makes it one of Oklahoma's most popular areas. Nestled among the trees and alongside the Mountain Fork River are rustic and modern cabins, RV sites and tent campsites, as well as two group camps. Two yurts named "Happy Hearth" and "Bear Tracks" are also available for overnight lodging. These round, tent-like structures are located right near the Mountain Fork River. This 3,482-acre park offers 47 cabins with kitchenettes, plus 393 campsites and over 50 tent sites spread over eight camping areas. All RV and tent sites are available for online reservations. Waste dump stations are available. Leashed pets are welcome in the park and there are cabins with one and two bedrooms that allow pets for a small nightly fee.

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Recent RV Reviews near DeQueen Lake

358 Reviews of 96 DeQueen Lake Campgrounds


  • Vanessa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Miners Camping & Rock Shop
    Oct. 31, 2021

    Miners Camping & Rock Shop

    Quaint and neat location

    Tent, RV, and Cabin options available. Tent site range up to $25 nightly, $38 nightly for cabin, and up to $30 nightly for RV. Full RV hook ups, up to 30amp. Pet friendly, wooded, and has playground. Campground is close to Crate of Diamonds SP

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crater of Diamonds State Park Campground
    Oct. 21, 2021

    Crater of Diamonds State Park Campground

    Digging for diamonds and camping - nothing better than this

    Visiting Craters of Diamonds State Park has always been a bucket list item, and now it is completed.  Spent the day digging for diamonds with no success, but no one else had any either on the day of my visit.  $10 to dig, plus more if you need to rent equipment.  Lots of fun, but get ready to be messy.  The campground is great as well, but be prepared it was nearly full on a mid week day in October so plan ahead.  Picnic tables, metal fire rings, poles ready for you lantern.  RV hook ups are available,  Showers and flush toilets.  This is a nice but busy campground.

  • Thomas B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cossatot River RV Park
    Nov. 12, 2020

    Cossatot River RV Park

    Quiet, cozy, small rv park

    We liked our week long visit here.. It was off the beaten path. Very quiet and peaceful. It seemed most people were gone during the day, maybe working. We explored the state park down the road and went on some fun drives. Easy pull through sites with full hook up. Dog friendly (I think) but there weren't any dogs running loose. There are also a couple cabins in the back it looked like.

    **This rv park is not in walking distance to the Cossatot River

  • Donna H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Armadillo Campground - Beavers Bend State Park
    Feb. 4, 2024

    Armadillo Campground - Beavers Bend State Park

    Quiet, lovely campsite.

    We only stayed one night enroute home to NW Arkansas. We had stayed at one of the sites on the river side of the park, but this was our first on the lake side.

    We had a pull-though site with full hookups. As we were only one of three campers, the campground was very quiet. The pull-through sites are fairly close together and I wonder how noisy they would be during peak season.

    The facilities were nice, but no hot water in the showers...brisk!!

    Lots of deer (friendly...I would guess the guests feed them). We would stay here again as a short term solution...probably not a long-term option for us.

  • Vanessa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cossatot River RV Park
    Oct. 6, 2021

    Cossatot River RV Park

    Nice clean spot to park your RV

    If you're wanting to be near the Cossatot River and take your RV, this is a good pick. The park is clean, has standard RV hookups, and the highway isn't full of noisy traffic.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tiny Town Oklahoma
    Jul. 10, 2019

    Tiny Town Oklahoma

    Centralized Cabins, Tent & RV Camping

    When searching for a unique camping experience you might check out something a little bit outside of the box. Offering tent sites and RV sites Tiny Town might seem normal on paper but when you were arrive they have a lot of options which might be considered a little bit different. 

    I pulled into Tiny Town I noticed right away the unique experience which they offer. Though RVs were parked in the front and on the right I noticed a community of tiny homes just beyond the bounds. Many tiny homes were under construction however a few options were already up and running in a variety of floor plans ideal for any traveler visiting the area. 

    The property it’s self is small but does offer a few amenities including a restroom and laundry as well as a small play facility. The big draw to this area is the quick and easy access to beavers Bend State Park and other attractions around the Broken Bow area. 

    The offering of cabin rentals varies from humble three person dwellings all the way up to a 20 person“Deck-A-Saurus”. Cabins are all equipped with standard furniture including couches and beds, making it ideal for those who just want to pullin and immediately jump into comfort. The RV area it’s self accommodate 17 spaces in three various sizes. Each side includes full hook ups, and barbecue pits. The larger areas have private fire pits as well as picnic tables. 

    When I visited I noticed that the area was a little void of large trees. However the area is currently working to re-landscape and provide better shade accommodations along the perimeter’s which would be very beneficial to tent campers. While they do not market the smaller sites as tent only facilities I did notice there were several people staying in vans or tents in these sites along the outer border. 

    The facility itself is very clean and well-maintained. You can really tell there is attention to detail at this location and that as it continues to grow and be developed that this will be a continued point of interest. 

    Standard nightly rates run between $30 and $45 depending on the site for RV or tent camping. They do also offer both weekly and monthly rates but do impose strict guidelines for those who are staying long-term to keep the facility clean and not looking unkept. 

    The Broken Bow Area offers beautiful unique attractions. If you like fishing, hiking,canoeing or trying something a little new this area is perfect. This park offers easy access to not only the outdoor features but also the nice Intown features such as restaurants making it a perfect place to stop if you’re in the area.

    The only downside I could see to this campsite is that it is not as remote as some.    While it does provide great amenities and access points to everything around with easy pull ins for RV traffic, it does lack that in the woods feel that many other campsites provide.   You will be a little close to your neighbors here.

  • Mary T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Texarkana KOA
    Jul. 18, 2022

    Texarkana KOA

    I think it is an OK campground just to hot to tell

    Ok seems to be well kept up. Has 2 areas short stay and long term stay. We got in at 1:30 it was 100. A little to hot to really walk around. Though the coolest place tobe is the restrooms and laundry, very nice, how long can you stay in.

    They have a pool and it is used. Nice play area for kids.

    Sites are gravel and very level, did not have to use our automatic levelers, impressed.

    AR 7 PMit was still 100 but went out and got some video and photos.

  • Vanessa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Texarkana RV Park
    Oct. 31, 2021

    Texarkana RV Park

    Full of amenities

    Spot has plenty of amenities, cabins, Rv spots, playground, pond, pool, and an event hall. There are full hookups and clean restroom. Close acces to retailers also.

  • Zina T.
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    May. 9, 2021

    Wolfpen ATV Campground

    As a Camper Review

    We stayed there because we wanted to be in a more wilderness setting. It’s actually for really just for ATV-ers and not too fun for plain camping. Sites have hookups and a fire pit and dry rocky dirt otherwise. They say they have full hook up but sewer is on your way out - not at the site, internet and phone is at their general store only. The restrooms are clean, but rough. They have cute looking cabins and the staff were very nice. If you have a fancy RV then this is your spot.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Beard's Bluff Park (AR)
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Beard's Bluff Park (AR)

    Perfect spot on the water

    This campground is quiet and beautiful with large spaces, perfect for our big RV set up. They offer full hook ups. Our campsite (22) overlooks the water, and the playground which is perfect for our young family. It has a great size of gravel area with picnic table, barbecue, and fire pit. The bathrooms and showers are clean. The campground host was kind and helpful. Can’t beat this for the price! We might stay a few extra days.

  • L
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    Jun. 10, 2021

    Texarkana KOA

    Cozy Campground in T-Town!

    Cute and clean! Great for a few nights or longer. Pool, playground, laundry, and showers. The whole place is clean and neat. Easy to access from the I-30 service road, pull through sites available. We live in a 45' 5th wheel and had no trouble at all. FULL HOOK-UPS! 30 and 50 amp.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Lake Equestrian Campground
    Oct. 18, 2020

    Cedar Lake Equestrian Campground

    A great campsite with great hiking, and amazing views!!

    We will BE back!! I’ve lived in OK for 30+ years and didn’t know of Cedar Lake in the Quachita mountains near Heavener, OK. It’s incredible!! Clean site, right in the national forest. At the time we went they had a camp host that met you, took you to your site, and checked in on us several times during our three night stay. She was really friendly, helpful, and our two boys thought she was the best when she gave them Smokey the Bear pins! While they do have bathroom and shower facilities our section of camps were down along with several others do to septic tank system issues that they were waiting on parts to arrive to fix. They provided portable toilets in the interim which worked fine. There is a really fun trail that runs right around the entire lake, and it’s a little over two miles. Nearly all natural terrain throughout the hike which makes it especially nice. Though we didn’t visit they have a section also for equestrian camping and riding as well as RV hookup sites. Can’t speak highly enough of this camping area!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Millwood Landing Golf & RV Resort
    Jan. 8, 2021

    Millwood Landing Golf & RV Resort

    Hidden Gem

    We spent a week at this location. The sites are at the back of the property near two small ponds and it was quiet. The golf course was nice, although we did not play. The sites had 50 amps and full hook ups. We arrived later afternoon and were shown to our spot. The wifi was decent in the back area where we stayed. It was mostly workers and there was barely anyone during the day. This was a very quiet and peaceful stop for the week and we would certainly stay again.

  • Neil T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park
    Mar. 4, 2021

    Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park

    Wilderness Adjacent

    I some other reviews that described it as more like a small RV park. That’s unfair in my opinion.

    I’ve been stuck using a couple of RV parks out west and they packed us in tight.

    These spots aren’t super roomy, but you aren’t bumper to bumper either.

    The spots are paved and all seemed pretty level. Spots 1-35 back up to the forest. Higher numbers back up to an open field.

    Restrooms and showers were spectacular. Everything was clean and well kept.

    The lodge is a pretty short walk up hill. It has a restaurant and small gift shop. It also has a lookout, and two trailheads. The lobby is spacious with a great view.

    One of the trails connects to Ouachita trail. The drive in from Oklahoma is stunning and the drive to Mena, AR is only about 20 minutes. Several shops and restaurants and a Walmart.

    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 and they haven’t gotten word of it will open for 2021.

    Also has a playground and an Old Steam Train to explore.

  • 2SHOE S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cossatot River RV Park
    Aug. 18, 2018

    Cossatot River RV Park

    Not a bad location for RVs and cabins near the Cossatot River but...

    Given that the gorgeous Cossatot River has a State Park but its campgrounds are up a few miles of hilly gravel road and offer no plumbing or electricity, you may be searching for more comfy accommodations as a jumping off point to hike or kayak. Lake Gillham campground is unfortunately too far away to be convenient. The CRSP park rangers may mention this RV park, if you inquire, or you might find it yourself on a map. The location is convenient enough - just a few minutes' drive down the road from the Visitors Center. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The setting is adequate: it's close to the road and offers fire ring, picnic table, and a gravel pad. The thing that ruined our stay were some of the regular clientele who were downright creepy/frightening. Think, disintegrating trailers, abusive yelling late at night, unkempt heavy drinkers with leering eyes. In spite of the pluses, I would not feel comfortable staying here again. Perhaps the cabins are distanced enough from the RV part to feel safe.

  • Vanessa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park
    May. 24, 2018

    Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park

    Small

    The campground is small with limited pads. Each site is close to the next and are generally occupied with RVs or camper trailers. I would suggest that this campground is most appropriate for the camper who prefers a more modern feel. There is ample cell phone service, WiFi is nearby, facilities are clean and modern. It is approximately a 15 minute drive into Mena, AR where you can find significant shopping. The campground is also near a large hotel. There are many hiking and mountain bike trails available in the area. A few miles down the road you can find an old fire tower which is interesting and can be accessed if you are daring. This area is dog friendly, dogs can access the trails as well. There are also some very neat driving trails, the bypass is a popular destination for motorcyclists which can offer some noise during the day. The park is also approximately a mile from the Oklahoma state line. This is a nice area for the avid cyclist, hiker, and motorcyslist.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Daisy State Park Campground
    May. 3, 2019

    Daisy State Park Campground

    Great Park

    Enjoyed our stay at Daisy State Park on Lake Greeson. There are a few sites with full hookups but we chose one close to the water with water and electricity. The site was paved and level and shaded most of the day.

  • Debbie J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Millwood State Park Campground
    Jun. 23, 2021

    Millwood State Park Campground

    Clean and Well Kept

    Nice level campsites with great views of the lake. No shade on the full hookup side of the campground. Lots of shade in the water/electric side of the campground. Bathrooms were spacious, clean and private. Verizon cell signal was on the weak side.

  • Gary G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Quail Circle — Beavers Bend State Park
    Dec. 4, 2024

    Quail Circle — Beavers Bend State Park

    Nice quiet spot

    Quail circle is a nice spot with lots of trees and nice areas to hike and explore. The lake is beautiful. The facilities are a little dated, but generally clean. The showers have plenty of hot water. The RV spots have 30 amp hookups and water. No sewer.

  • Ruth N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Armadillo Campground - Beavers Bend State Park
    Apr. 12, 2019

    Armadillo Campground - Beavers Bend State Park

    Super RV camping

    This is a beautiful state park with both tent and RV camping. RV camping includes water/electric only and water/electric/sewer sites. Lots of pull through sites with concrete pads. Nicer and not as busy as Beavers Bend. Marina with a boat ramp, Lodge, lots of hiking trails. Tent camping on the lake.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crystal Campground
    Nov. 15, 2023

    Crystal Campground

    Can’t believe it’s free

    No water or electric, but for boondockers or self contained rv camping, it’s great. Only downside for me was zero T-Mobile service.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crater of Diamonds State Park Campground
    Apr. 20, 2020

    Crater of Diamonds State Park Campground

    Fun place to play in the dirt!

    Crater of Diamonds State Park is a place where you literally play the fun and exciting game of“finders, keepers.” The prize here being diamonds! In the middle of nowhere Arkansas(a.k.a. the town of Murfreesboro) is a field of 37 acres where for $10/day you can dig to your hearts’ content looking for diamonds making this the only diamond mine in the world open to the public. And don’t think this is a gimmick. Over 75,000 diamonds have been found in the“Crater” with an average of 600/year. The largest diamond found in North America was found at Crater of Diamonds topping out at 40.23 carats. In 1998, the Strawn-Wagner Diamond weighing 1.09 carats was graded by the American Gem Society as a 0/0/0“D” Flawless perfect diamond– a“one in a billion diamond”– and found right here in Arkansas. 

    The park was established in 1972 “to responsibly manage and interpret this unique site and to provide a meaningful diamond mining experience for all guests and future generations.” We find that pretty funny because we have never come across a state park whose intent is to provide a meaningful diamond mining experience mission. All the more reason we wanted to go! The parks campground is set among beautiful pine trees and offers full hook-up sites large enough to fit our 45’ RV without a problem. The campground has 47 nicely shaded RV sites with water/electric/sewer hookup(many of which have tent pads and five walk-in tent sites. The campground has two modern bathhouse with hot showers; one bathhouse includes a laundry and both were very clean and cared for all day long. If you need a dump station one is conveniently located as you leave the campground. There is also free Wi-Fi in the campground. There is a nice hiking trail that leaves from the campground and loops back around after venturing through the forest and along a river. It is not a long trail but a nice walk and we never saw anybody on it while we were there. Now back to diamond hunting. The“crater” is essentially a plowed field that is the eroded surface of a volcanic crater containing a variety of rocks, crystals, and gemstones. The field is plowed periodically to expose underlying layers of dirt and gems. The visitor center has interactive exhibits highlighting the unique history of the park and geology of Arkansas diamonds. They also tempt you with pictures of diamonds that have been found in the park. At the Diamond Discovery Center visitors learn about diamonds, but more importantly, techniques on how to find them. 

    Once you have rented (or brought your own) diamond digging equipment like trowels, shovels, buckets, sifting screens, etc. then it is time to head out into the crater. The techniques vary widely from walking along looking for smooth shiny diamonds (because dirt and mud don’t stick to the smooth surface of diamonds) to digging up a bucket full of dirt and sifting through water like gold mining. We talked to one man who uses a paint brush to lightly brush away loose dirt to reveal the diamonds. Diamonds come in a rainbow of colors but the predominant colors found here are white, brown, and yellow. If you think you found a precious stone, staff is on hand to positively identify it for you. And if you want it, you keep it! No matter what it is.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cowhide Cove Campground
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Cowhide Cove Campground

    Quiet camping at Old Cowhide Cove

    Old Cowhide Cove campground has 9 sites,  6 are well spaced, level sites spread out along a lake just inside the trees, remainder are placed upon the hill overlooking those sites.  Campground road is paved with gravel parking pads.  Each site has a picnic table, metal fire ring,  BBQ grill and a small table near the BBQ grill.  Plenty of room for a tent on the grass.  Sites have electric and water hook ups.  Cost is $20.  Campground has a restroom but no showers (showers can be found at the more modern New Cowhide Cove campground located on the other side of the lake from old cowhide).  Campground does have trash service and a dump station.  Their is also a small day use area available.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Daisy State Park Campground
    Jul. 16, 2016

    Daisy State Park Campground

    beautiful state park

    get place to camp, located in the foothills of the Quachita mountains in Arkansas. They have tent and RV camping areas. Has a great swimming area and beach.


Guide to DeQueen Lake

Explore the beauty of RV camping near DeQueen Lake in Arkansas, where you can enjoy serene landscapes and a variety of outdoor activities.

Enjoy Kayaking and Hiking Adventures

  • The Cossatot River RV Park offers a great base for those looking to kayak or hike, with easy access to the stunning Cossatot River nearby.
  • At Willows At Watson, you can take in breathtaking mountain views while enjoying fishing and hiking in the surrounding nature.
  • Creekside RV Park is conveniently located near Beavers Bend, perfect for hiking, boating, and fishing enthusiasts.

Well-Equipped RV Parks

  • Cossatot River RV Park features standard RV hookups, including electric and sewer options, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • Broken Bow Inn & RV Park provides essential amenities like electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, making it a practical choice for RV travelers.
  • Shadow Mountain RV Park offers full hookups and a clean environment, ideal for those seeking a well-maintained spot to park their RV.

Affordable RV Camping Options

  • Prices for RV parks in the area can vary, with options like Creekside RV Park offering competitive rates for a well-reviewed experience.
  • Willows At Watson is a newer park with reasonable pricing, especially considering the stunning views and tranquility it provides.
  • Cossatot River RV Park presents an affordable choice for those wanting to stay close to the river while enjoying basic amenities.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular RV campsite near DeQueen Lake?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near DeQueen Lake is Creekside RV Park with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find RV camping near DeQueen Lake?

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