Best RV Parks near Ethel, AR

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Best RV Sites Near Ethel, AR (24)

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    1. Pat Kelley RV Park

    2 Reviews
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Riverfront RV Park

    1 Review
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    • Tents
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    3. T Ricks RV Park

    3 Reviews
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    • Phone Service
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    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    4. Saracen Trace RV Park

    2 Reviews
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    • Drinking Water
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      5. H&G RV campground

      5 Reviews
      12 Saves

      We are a locally owned RV Park located just one mile south of Interstate 40 in Hazen, Arkansas. Our quiet RV lot sits by the Wattensaw Wildlife Refuge and offers 50 amp hookups that can be converted to 30 amps with a pigtail adapter, water, sewer, and a comfortable atmosphere.

      • Pets
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      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs
      • Trash

      $10 - $35 / night

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        6. Campers Refuge

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        20 total RV sites, can accommodate RVs up to 50ft, full hookups, partial hookups, 4 pull thrus with 30/50 amp electric service, tent sites, easy access to a 1 mile long paved hiking trail, biking, nature watching, picnic area, BBQ, fire rings, hunting, fishing, and boating. RV Storage available. Borders the White River National Wildlife Refuge.

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        • Electric Hookups
        • RVs
        • Tents
        • Toilets
        Camper-submitted photo from Cane Creek State park
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        7. Cane Creek State park

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        53 Saves

        Located where the Coastal Plain meets the Mississippi Delta, Cane Creek Campground offers you the opportunity to experience both in one visit. The trail system is a point of pride at the park. Trail run, ride, or backpack through rolling terrain, along the lake, and across three suspension bridges. Paddle or fish Cane Creek Lake. Explore nearby Bayou Bartholomew, the world’s longest bayou. Interpretive programs include guided walking, biking, kayaking, and birding tours. Facilities include 29 campsites (11 Class A and 18 Class B), one Rent-An-RV, picnic sites, a backpacking shelter, pavilions, visitor center with exhibits and gift shop, launch ramp, fishing piers, a bathhouse, and playground. Boat and bicycle rentals are available.

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          8. Heritage Inn and RV Park

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            10. Pendleton Bend

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            Overview

            Pendleton Bend Campground and Day Use Park is located on the bank of the Arkansas River. The campground offers 31 campsites, a two lane boatramp, a comfort station with hot showers and restrooms, playground, picnic sites, and a group shelter that can accomodate 75 users.

            Recreation

            Hiking, fishing, boating, birding, and hunting are all popular activities for visitors. World-class bass and crappie fishing is found in Pool 2, and the tailwaters of the dam provide excellent opportunities to catch a variety of gamefish, especially catfish. A boat ramp is available for access to the Arkansas River. Hiking and birding is available in the nearby Trusten Holder Wildlife Management Area. Many species of waterfowl frequent the lower Arkansas River and its adjacent wetlands making this area a destination for waterfowl hunters.

            Natural Features

            Pendleton Bend Campground and Park is located in the lush Eastern Arkansas alluvial bottomland forest in Desha County. Pendleton Bend Campground and Park is approximately 3.5 miles upstream of the Wilbur D. Mills Dam and Arkansas Electric Coop Hydropower Dam. The Campground and Park sits along the track for migratory birds as they come and go from the Gulf of Mexico, making it a destination for birders. Many species of waterfowl frequent the Arkansas River and adjacent wetlands making it a destination for waterfowl hunters.

            Nearby Attractions

            Nearby, visitors can visit the Arkansas Post National Memorial. Here, Henri de Tonti established the first European village west of the Mississippi River in 1686. In 1819, Arkansas Post became the capital of the Arkansas Territory and remained so until the Civil War. The Dale Bumpers White River Refuge is nearby that offers 160,000 acres of excellent hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities as well.

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            $75 / night

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          Recent RV Reviews In Ethel

          69 Reviews of 24 Ethel Campgrounds


          • H
            Camper-submitted photo from Storm Creek Lake Campground
            Sep. 3, 2024

            Storm Creek Lake Campground

            Mixed Feelings

            I have stayed at this campground twice.  The first time (2022) was a rainy day and I didn't feel like setting up a tent in my reserved space, so I upgraded to one of the very nice, and at the time quite new cabins for about $75 total.  I loved the winding drive down to Helena-West Helena. It was beautiful, the rain was not too bad.  The cabin was wonderful.  I had such a happy experience that time, I returned to car camp last year (2023) on my way west. I did not bother setting up a tent, but rented an RV space. It was fine. . . lots of mosquitos in the evening (mid-September) and a construction crew was renting out an RV spot across from me.  There were no other campers, but I felt safe.  The bathrooms (unisex) were not nearly as clean as the first visit, but were ok.  The guys across the way were quiet and respectful.  The whole thing was ok. . . but I did have the thought expressed in another comment that there is just too much concrete and asphalt in this place.  Maybe they are concerned about keeping the jungle at bay, so they paved it . . . but consequently it feels like a parking lot with a beautiful periphery. Is also was pretty expensive for what I needed ($42), since I sleep on a cot in my SUV and don't need electricity, water, dumping, etc.  But that is my fault for not asking for a tent site.

            I decided to head there at the last minute, and called the office right before closing to rent via telephone (should have asked for a tent site, cheaper).  I did not have to make the 14 mile drive to Marianna to check in. 

            The crew staying in the RV across the way, left vert early in the morning.  It was cool and shady in my spot, so I moved my vehicle to sunny spot (tent area!) and had a nice leisurely breakfast before heading out.  It was mid-week, and nobody else was there.  A ranger (?) drove through pretty early (before I moved my car) and said hi. She knew i had rented a spot.  Very friendly, just as the folks in Marianna had been when I went there in 2022. 

            All in all it is a good spot. Quiet and safe.

          • Ashley F.
            Camper-submitted photo from Pendleton Bend
            Dec. 5, 2023

            Pendleton Bend

            Beautiful But Without a Comfortable Bathroom

            My family uses a pop up camper to explore many of the Arkansas parks, after this trip we are considering a change! 

             Let me tell you about their bathroom/showers situation…. Do they have flushing toilets, yes! Sadly only slightly better than a hole in the ground with a seat. They thankfully have provided toilet paper, that’s a step up from tree bark, but no place to put any sanitary items…. Was there a place at one time to dispose such things? YES! Is there one any more? NO! Just a slot with a lid where the metal box once was. Granted I am at a camp that for the majority of the time only houses manly hunters, keeping that in mind I assume they do still sometimes bring their wives/girlfriends who would appreciate maybe having another small box installed for these womanly things. Moving on I don’t consider myself vain in anyway but the mirror situation is comparable to trying to see your reflection in crinkled aluminum foil, at best! While staring into what may or may not be my reflection, I start to question where is the hand soap? Absolutely nowhere, there is none. I feel they expect us to grab a pine cone and pray we don’t get pink eye because that is all your working with, pinecones and prayers! While releasing a irritated sigh I noticed I could see my breath! It’s currently 30 degrees outside and guess what these bathrooms do not have a heater!! Now to the showers, I’m only able to compare it to a prison scene from a movie… Longest yard…? The Rock…? Maybe…I’m not sure but it falls somewhere between comical and terrifying. Curtains you ask? No we don’t need those! Being able to adjust water temperatures? No! Luke warm Is what you have Luke warm is what you are happy with(said in best Russian accent) Somewhere to place your shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lufa and razor? Unheard of! You are in the wild girl…. You should have held on to that pinecone! A large button on the wall you have to push every(no exageration) ten seconds to keep the spit temperature trickle of water running?? Yes ma’am! The over head lights on a timer that goes off five minutes into your lovely prison shower experience reminding you to not drop the soap or close your eyes? WE GOT YOU BOO! Need less to say my time here, although brief, feels like purgatory, making me want to lay down in front of the passing Corps of Engineers truck as a martyr for bathroom improvements! (**US Army Corps of Engineers please reference ANY State ran park bathroom for your example!)

          • Stacy H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Rising Star
            Nov. 4, 2023

            Rising Star

            Best kept secret in Arkansas!

            Super peaceful, quiet...shady sites or sunny, whatever you prefer. Some on the water sites, but others aren't far off. Camp host is very helpful and friendly!!! I HAVE NEVER SEEN A CLEANER BATHROOM!!! BATHROOM/SHOWER COMBO FOR 1 PERSON OR FAMILY!!! We will be back for sure!!!!!

          • Brian G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Cane Creek State park
            Sep. 17, 2023

            Cane Creek State park

            Nice Weekend Getaway

            My family and I had a nice little getaway to Cane Creek State park. The sites are all asphalted and have electric and water. The dump station is on the way out of the park. The boat dock is really nice and the bait shop has minnows, worms, and crickets. Also, the bathrooms are located in the middle of the park and are clean. There are also a few concreted walking trails. The only bad part of the weekend was the bugs were really bad after dark so we had to go inside early. I would recommend this place to anyone and we will be back.

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Rising Star
            Jul. 28, 2023

            Rising Star

            Great place to stay!

            Very nice campground. The camp hosts were wonderful people. The bathrooms were immaculate and the campground was very well maintained. The campsites were all sufficiently spaced. Occasionally a barge would go by. The Arkansas River is part of the McClellan-Kerr navigation system. Approximately 11 million tons of cargo is shipped from the Mississippi River to Tulsa every year through the McClellan-Kerr navigation system. The sunsets were taken from my chair on the bank of the Arkansas River.

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            Camper-submitted photo from H&G RV campground
            Jul. 21, 2023

            H&G RV campground

            Easy site for an overnight stop

            Although we were towing while having to stop here, Gary made it worth it to have to disconnect for the night. He answered a late night phone call, knew exactly where we were when trying to look for a spot for the night, sent us directions and met us at our spot to get us all set up. There are only a few pull through spots and the rest back in. It was a perfect little spot close enough to the highway but far enough not to even see it. Overall a very nice spot for an overnight stay.

          • RThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from H&G RV campground
            Jun. 1, 2023

            H&G RV campground

            We really liked it!

            An overnight stop on our route. Gary was great, most helpful and it was a pleasure talking with him. This is a rather small campsite and I recommend advanced reservations. Two pull through sites that do not have sewer hookups but there is a dump station if needed. Electrical hookups are 50 amp so have an adapter if you need 30 amp service. I’d certainly recommend it.

          • J
            Camper-submitted photo from Storm Creek Lake Campground
            May. 21, 2023

            Storm Creek Lake Campground

            Clean and tidy, a little frustrating

            We're traveling across the country and used our RV site as home base  for 2 days. Campsites and bath/showers were very clean. Very quiet. A bit too much pavement, with no trees or natural space between campsites. When you are leaving, the pump out station is located on the wrong side of the road without an easy way to turn around. Also the water hose at the pump out station wasn't working -- no water to rinse with but from our tank.

          • K
            Camper-submitted photo from Merrisach Lake
            Apr. 23, 2023

            Merrisach Lake

            Nice quiet campground by a lake

            I stayed a few days during the week. It's a pretty spot by a lake. Clean restrooms with showers.

          • Steve S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area
            Nov. 7, 2022

            Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area

            beautiful

            Beech Point Campground is an amazing lakeside spot. Our site came with a bench to view the lake and tent pad is in the perfect spot. It was peaceful and provided the perfect place to recharge our batteries! The bathrooms were very nice. Throughout the campground, sewer hook-ups are available.

          • Steve S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi River State Park
            Nov. 7, 2022

            Mississippi River State Park

            amazing

            This park is absolutely fantastic! The ride through the park, on the Crowley's Ridge Parkway is breathtakingly beautiful. There is an abundance of wildlife and nature's beauty. This park travels along the Mississippi River and there are roads that take you right to the river to view. We traveled down to the St. Francis and Mississippi River confluence to see the historic lows. All along the way, the scenery is amazing. We never knew there was such a variety in landscape not only in this area, but the park as well. Everything is very well taken care of and the park overall keeps a smile on your face! The staff at the Visitor's Center is VERY friendly and knowledgeable. Take some time to view the exhibits and learn about the area. They offer quite a bit for nature lovers. Overall, there are 4 campgrounds in this park. While they may offer different amenities, they are all well kept with beautiful scenery. Beech Point Campground is an island you can drive to and camp, located on Bear Creek Lake. We stayed at Storm Creek Campground and loved every minute of it.

          • Steve S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Storm Creek Lake Campground
            Nov. 7, 2022

            Storm Creek Lake Campground

            awesome

            To check in, you must go to the Mississippi River State Park welcome center which is only 14 miles away but the gorgeous, twisty road makes the trek a little longer. And that's not necessarily a complaint. We saw 11 turkeys on the way. Wildlife and the beauty of nature (especially the leaves during this time of year) is incomparable. We had NO idea that this part of the state was so beautiful. Finding this place is truly a treasure. Pictures won't do it justice. Clean, quiet, and peaceful describe this little treasure. There are 4 bathroom and shower combos which are incredibly clean. There is even a little bicycle repair station by the bathhouse as there are many biking and hiking trails around! There are 5 little camper cabins as well and they are SUPER cute! To sum it up, this camp and this park are FANTASTIC!! Oh! And the people at the Welcome Center are some of the nicest we have encountered! They will even deliver firewood for you!

          • Steve S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Saracen Trace RV Park
            Oct. 8, 2022

            Saracen Trace RV Park

            city rv park

            It is a lovely, well-kept park. Lots of wildlife-squirrels everywhere. It's $20 per night. Water and electricity available but no sewer although there is a dump station. There is no bathroom or bathhouse, however. It's located at the back of Regional Park. Close enough to Pine Bluff yet far enough away to enjoy nature and silence.

          • G
            Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi River State Park
            May. 18, 2022

            Mississippi River State Park

            Super nice small park

            MississippiRiver State Park, also called Bear Creek Recreation Area, Arkansas. Only 17 sites, all level with full hook ups. ATT cell worked fair but no Verizon. Shower house had 4 separate rooms, each with shower. Very very clean! # pull thru & the rest backin on concrete pads with room for either a toad, truck or boat to the side. $36 a night, but disabled military, including vets, half off. Not much to do is you don't fish, but a nice quiet place to relax. Swimming beach is nearby.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Lone Pine Campground
            Dec. 16, 2021

            Lone Pine Campground

            Quiet and Solitude

            December 14, 2021 Primitive camping. Only one other camper [tent] in campground. Toilet clean considering Primitive camping. Some sites are a bit too close for my liking. Overall I would return to this campground

          • Jen K.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Cane Creek State park
            Dec. 11, 2021

            Cane Creek State park

            Very nice little park off the beaten path

            Staff is wonderful! Sites are large to accommodate any size rig & truck. Smaller campground with many nearby trails thru the forest. Very peaceful quiet place. Hot showers, bait shop, rentals & a little campstore as well.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi River State Park
            Nov. 28, 2021

            Mississippi River State Park

            Mississippi River State Park

            From the time we arrived to the time we left the staff was great. The park was one of the cleanest park we have ever seen. The kayak tour of Cypress forest was the highlight of the trip.

            We could see water from every side of our camper.



          Guide to Ethel

          Camping near Ethel, Arkansas, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor fun. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs.

          What to do:

          • Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds, like Pendleton Bend, are located near water, making them perfect for fishing and boating. One camper mentioned, "We had fun sitting on a dock and watching the cargo boats."
          • Hiking: Explore the trails around Cane Creek State Park Campground where you can find "a few concreted walking trails" that are great for family hikes.
          • Wildlife Watching: Campers at Rising Star enjoyed the wildlife, saying, "Plenty of wildlife to be seen!" This makes it a great spot for nature lovers.

          What campers like:

          • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms. One review for Rising Star stated, "I HAVE NEVER SEEN A CLEANER BATHROOM!!!"
          • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer large sites. A visitor at Cane Creek State Park Campground noted, "Sites are large to accommodate any size rig & truck."
          • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of places like Mississippi River State Park Campground, where one reviewer said, "This was such a nice relaxing place to stay."

          What you should know:

          • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds, such as Pendleton Bend, have little to no cell phone signal. A camper advised, "There is absolutely no cell phone signal and no WiFi, so have physical directions on you."
          • Primitive Camping Options: If you’re looking for a more rustic experience, Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA offers primitive camping. One camper mentioned, "Great IF you have the time to find it," highlighting the need for patience in navigating the area.
          • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Cane Creek State Park Campground noted, "The only bad part of the weekend was the bugs were really bad after dark."

          Tips for camping with families:

          • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Rising Star, which has "shady sites or sunny, whatever you prefer," making it easy to find a comfortable spot for kids.
          • Plan for Activities: Bring games or outdoor toys. One family at Cane Creek State Park Campground enjoyed the "nice little getaway" and found plenty to do together.
          • Pack Bug Spray: Given the mosquito situation, it’s wise to have bug spray handy. A camper at Cane Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "The mosquitoes take over the campsite."

          Tips from RVers:

          • Check Hookup Availability: Make sure to confirm if your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A visitor at H&G RV Campground appreciated the "50 amp hookups" available.
          • Reservations Recommended: Some campgrounds can fill up quickly, so it’s best to book in advance. A camper at Mississippi River State Park Campground suggested, "I would recommend advanced reservations."
          • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some RV sites can be snug. A review for Rising Star mentioned, "It is tight getting into and it is very close to site 6."

          Camping near Ethel, Arkansas, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

          Frequently Asked Questions

          • Which is the most popular RV campsite near Ethel, AR?

            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Ethel, AR is Pat Kelley RV Park with a 3-star rating from 2 reviews.

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