Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Fort Smith, AR is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Fort Smith and user-submitted reviews.
$16 - $75 / night
"Love the area, really feels like youve left fort smith and entered a little bit of utopia!"
"Really nice campground you have two options in the A section you are right one a small river and one the B side it’s more of the wooded option but most sites have the Arkansas rive close by with mountain"
$20 / night
"Devils Den has great views and great hiking trails. It's listed in National Geographic's Guide to State Parks as one of the top parks in the South Central region. It is pretty good."
"Devil's Den is a gorgeous parked tucked in the mountains of Arkansas. The primary campground for RVs is one of the better campgrounds I have seen. The facilities and amenities have been great. "
"The campground is set among tall trees adjacent to the John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake and James W. Trimble Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River."
"Nice area with many spots that back up to an outlet of the Arkansas River. Great bank fishing! Friendly staff. Highly recommend."
$15 - $35 / night
"Simply put, this is a great little rustic place to get away from the hustle and bustle. The sites offer 20/30/50A hookups with water and septic."
"Very close to off-road trails and river float activities .. the owners are super nice and we liked hanging out with them. We’ll be back!"
"Campground is adjacent to the Arkansas River (thus the name) and less than 2 miles from the Fort Smith National Historic Site."
"It is located right along the river and is close to other attractions like Fort Smith and the US Marshall’s Museum (literally down the block)."
"Was headed to Lake Fort Smith but area was booked so we stopped here and was pleased with our stay. Spaces are quite small but it has become the norm everywhere."
"It’s just far enough away from the highway so you have a quiet nights rest without hearing the traffic. The pond on the property has soothing sounds of peepers to fall asleep too."
$22 - $25 / night
"This was a great little park and stay at while we were in fort Smith. The price was right and operated by a family and the whole family chips in to run the park."
"Contacted owner late in the evening looking for a spot after a 9hour drive. This place had everything and the bathhouse was just like taking a shower at home!"
$16 - $75 / night
"This park is located on the Arkansas River. There’s a boat ramp, so bring your boat and enjoy the beautiful Arkansas River. Pets are allowed, there is a leash law. Bring your own firewood."
"What it does offer is a level parking pad that is quiet and dark which is surprising given it is surrounded by Fort Smith. It also has a decent view of the Arkansas River."
"Conveniently located near Fort Smith AR."
TravelerVery secluded spot no amenities just a rock fire ring Very peaceful
RangerRight off the highway, this is a clean and convenient spot to camp.
RangerStayed here for a four wheeling trip. Was a decent location - sites were mostly dirt/gravel.
RangerWe love the location, boat ramp, park toilets and showers. However, the fire ants are a severe problem. The ants prevent us from playing in our campground area and the kids have to play in the street or gravel. If you stand in one place too long, you get bit - regardless of trying to avoid them. Just seems like severe infestation - would be nice if the park would do something to mitigate. It’s hard to invite friends and family out to the lake to visit at the campsite or go out on the boat - when even loading the boat becomes an issue with getting stung by the ants.
ScoutSounds like a proper escape! I appreciate the clean facilities, gotta rinse off that'trail dust' after a day exploring. Just crossing my fingers that paid Wi-Fi isn't*too* steep if I get the urge for a little post-hike Watermelon Game... for research purposes, obviously.
ScoutWe stayed at site 76. Nice quiet park with easy access and reasonable facilities. Bathrooms are a bit rough, but functional. Site included 30a receptacle, 20a receptacle, water and sewer. Water is a bit far from pedestal, bring more than 25' of hose.
Verizon Wireless Cell connection is really good. 42ms Ping, 670mb/s Down, 22.3mb/s Up
ScoutMy wife and I camped here and road our dirt bikes out the next morning. You can drive right up to your campsite, this is on private property. There are several tent spots and also 3 cabins, small medium and large. There is a big hangout spot with a big fire place and chairs already set up, it also has 2 big overhead lights so you’re not completely in the dark. They also have a restroom available for anyone with showers! Everything was very neat inside and out! The owners of the place are absolutely great!! The Buckhorn trails run right through there property. I HIGHLY SUGGEST THIS CAMPSITE!!!
TravelerFishing , boating nice host .
GuideNo toilets/showers/dumpsters/ trash cans.
Various camp sites along a dirt road, that my AWD Equinox made it fine. Just go slow, as there are some ruts from previous rains.
There are various outfitters along the way to the dirt road. So you don’t have to go too far if you forgot something.
The camp I’m at has the land cleared fairly well of grasses and such.
The others further down the road are for one vehicle type camps with longer grass.
There are walking trails, with Spy Rock a short distance away.
Camping near Fort Smith, Arkansas, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With a variety of campgrounds offering unique experiences, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a family, an RV enthusiast, or just looking to escape for a weekend.
Camping around Fort Smith, Arkansas, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great choice for families and RVers alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Fort Smith, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 152 campgrounds and RV parks near Fort Smith, AR and 18 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fort Smith, AR is Springhill with a 4.1-star rating from 20 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Fort Smith, AR.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 33 parks near Fort Smith, AR that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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