Bonnie M.
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TravelerWoolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
Beautiful spot on the river. Vault toilets available and very clean. Road is not terrible going in, didn't have to use 4wd. Spots on the river and spots in the meadow.
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Horse campers at Erbie Campground in the Buffalo National River area find primitive camping with river access and several trail connections. Located approximately 5 miles up a gravel road, the campground offers free sites suitable for tent camping and smaller RVs, though it lacks designated horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities. The campground serves as a good base for accessing nearby horse trails and the Erbie Horse Camp area, which provides more suitable accommodations for those with larger horse trailers. Sites can accommodate small groups with room for horses to be kept near campsites. The long, scenic drive in requires careful navigation, especially for those with horse trailers, as road conditions can be challenging after rain.
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch provides a premier destination for equestrians exploring the Buffalo River region. The ranch features camping areas where horses can roam the property alongside the resident horses and goats. Trail access directly from the property connects riders to numerous routes through the surrounding scenic terrain. The gravel and dirt access road presents challenges for motorcycles and may require careful navigation with horse trailers, though the destination proves worth the effort for most equestrians. Camping options include tent sites, RV spots, and cabins for those preferring more comfortable accommodations after a day of riding. Facilities include potable water, showers, and trash disposal, making extended stays with horses more comfortable. Most sites offer shade, providing relief for horses during hot Arkansas summers.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Harrison (20)
1. Erbie Campground — Buffalo National River
"Located within a few miles of the horse camp , this site is Aimed more at group camping, there is not as much shade as I’d like to see."
"I explored each in detail and took a day to enjoy the trails around them. "
2. Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River
"The sign said "campground full" but thanks to another review we disregarded this and found an open site, as did the person who drove in behind us."
"You wake up every morning to the sound of the Buffalo River coursing by just a few hundred yards away, and are greeted by the breathtaking view of the bluffs you are surrounded by!"
8 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 / night
3. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch
"They have horse back riding and tons of world class rock climbing. Very safe and clean. Facilities were just fine."
"Car camp, hammock, tent camp, or rent one the cabins to enjoy the roaming goats and horses around the property. Infamously known in AR as one of the best climbing spots."
Check Availabilityfrom $5 - $245 / night
4. Down Home Campgrounds
"It is so close to the Buffalo River, Jasper, and Erbie Horse camp. We had such a great weekend with our family! Loved being away from all of the crowds in this secluded area."
"Location had a nice setup for the bath house and a great setup for the camp sites."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 / night
5. Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
"This site was large enough to accomodate multiple vehicles and horse trailers. I did not try to find a spot on the river bank, although the river bank appeared easy to access."
"Lots of trails, great place to trail ride on horses. 25 minute drive to dollar general so don’t forget your lighter lmao."
6. Roaring River State Park Campground
"Located in South Missouri it is an easy day trip into Branson Missouri or Eureka Springs Arkansas. Very well located and very well run by the state."
"Campground 1 was tucked up in an inlet that went back into the valley. It dead ends at a wonderful trailhead. The west side on CG#1 is lined by a beautiful creek that runs into the rotating river."
42 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $15 - $47 / night
7. Tyler Bend Campground — Buffalo National River
"The pictures of the river are from a different buffalo river access point Easy access to bathroom, drinking water and river from this spot."
"Quiet and close to the river."
19 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $50 / night
8. Wilderness Rider Buffalo Ranch and Adventure Park
"They continue to upgrade trails and add beautiful camping spots. This is a family room ranch and Donny and Lynn are wonderful hosts. I always come home feeling reconnected with myself and family"
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $90 / night
9. Great Escapes RV Resorts Branson
"Half the sites are close to pool and playground, but not many trees. The other half are an easy 2 minute walk and tree covered!"
"Close to lake Bull Shoals, Taneycomo, and Branson if that's your thing."
Check Availabilityfrom $48 - $251 / night
10. Bar M Resort & Campground
"Access to Table Rock, Game Room, Pool and Jacuzzi. Small cabins and A-frames to rent. They have it all. This is my getaway**!"
"Nice, easy and quiet with a great pool and lake access! We will definitely be coming back. Site 47 has a bit of sun"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
from $50 - $60 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 9 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 23 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 7 min from Joplin, MO
- 2 hrs 8 min from Fort Smith, AR
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Harrison, AR
168 Reviews of 20 Harrison Campgrounds
- MMadison T.Traveler
Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
Was always a few groups around but still plenty of space! Road was a little rough and some steeper hills for a bigger camper but still doable!
- WWilliam M.
GuideWoolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
Great river camp
Clean pit toilets with camps right above the crystal clear river. The spots when you first pull in have the best solar due to shading further down. Watch for snakes. We have already seen a copperhead.
- SShelby A.Traveler
Roaring River State Park Campground
Great Park
The campsites are well maintained. There are limited primitive sites that book fairly quickly. We stayed at an electric site due to no primitive sites being available. Keep an eye on the weather as several of the campgrounds are at risk of flooding.
Julie F.
RangerRoaring River State Park Campground
Accessible and lots to do
We stopped for the night while passing through MO. Tons of spots open on a Monday in August. Cindy at the park office was so friendly and helpful. She suggested spot 100 in campground 2 since it backs onto the river. Lovely sounds! Lots of trout in the river - at that spot, it’s only about 1 foot deep so it was fun to wade in the water and let the pup run around.
Good park store, dump station, trash and lots of hikes to do. Too bad we simply stayed the night
- MMary C.Traveler
Roaring River State Park Campground
Very nice
Large spots in Campground 1 with a lot of shade. Campground 2 and 3 are a little closer together. Very clean and quiet. Showers could use a little up dating. It has hiking trails and roads to bike on. Plus the huge spring that creates the Roaring River and a large fish hatchery. Fish for trout.
JJ
ScoutErbie Campground — Buffalo National River
Hidden gem at the Buffalo
Quiet and secluded. Just enough off the ‘beaten’ path of campgrounds to be rather private.
Lillie M.ScoutRoaring River State Park Campground
Wonderful stay
Beautiful park, clean, cold water
- Joy J.Guide
Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
Clean and Quiet
So far, my favorite spot in Arkansas. There are vault toilets in the area around them is groomed as a matter fact, they were mowing when I was there. I looked at three different spots before choosing the one that I wanted, based on the fact that it was the most level. However, all the spots that I looked at were clean and had nice fire pits. I was pretty much right on the river show people that were coming to check it out for the purpose of kayaking or canoeing would drive-by but they weren’t disruptive at all. I would definitely do 10 days there and be very happy, maybe next time I’ll have the time to do that.
Guide to Harrison
Equestrian camping options near Harrison, Arkansas provide access to extensive trail systems through Ozark forests and Buffalo River terrain. The area sits at elevations between 800-1400 feet with seasonal temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Most horse campgrounds operate March through November when trail conditions are optimal for riding.
What to do
Trail riding along Buffalo River routes: Access miles of maintained trails from Woolum Dispersed Area, where riders can explore riverside paths. "This is a very primitive campground, but it's one of our favorites! We can almost always find a spot to camp and it's super easy to pull our trailer into every spot there. It's a horse camp and there are many spots with shade and some with none," notes Shelly J.
Explore Ozark forest routes: Take your horses through dense wooded areas with varied terrain. According to Wendy M. at Erbie Campground, "Hiking here is beautiful. Watch for Elk, you'll probably see an armadillo or two as well. You can hike from camp to an old homestead then to the river and back."
Swim with your horses: Several riverside access points provide places for horses to cool off during summer rides. "We hiked the Goat Bluff Trail from the campground with a 6 year old who had no problems," says Matt B. about trails near Erbie Campground, adding that they "also floated from Kyles down to Erbie. Nice short float as water was very low."
What campers like
Natural swimming areas: Horse riders appreciate cooling off after trail rides. At Steel Creek Campground, Samantha W. notes, "Really beautiful views of the bluffs and easy access to the river for swimming. Only drawback was the fact that all the sites are in a large open field with picnic tables denoting specific sites, so just not a ton of privacy."
Quiet, primitive camping: Many equestrians value the peaceful settings. "Quiet, plenty of private campsites. Free. Gorgeous in the fall. Primative," says Nikki M. about her stay at Erbie Campground, which offers a more secluded experience than developed parks.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The area hosts diverse wildlife including elk. "We saw a lot of deer in the forest right next to our site and in the field next over," reports Samantha about Steel Creek Campground, providing natural encounters while camping with horses.
What you should know
Road conditions vary seasonally: Access to horse camping areas can be challenging after rain. "Long scenic drive in on gravel road, used to be a pay campground is now disperse camping, sites may have picnic table and lantern hook, do have picnic table, firepits w grill, bathrooms were closed and not in use," says Lula L. about Woolum.
Limited facilities at primitive sites: Most horse campgrounds offer basic amenities. "It's quite the trip down the dirt road to get here. Probably will take you 20/30 minutes of gravel road. Don't recommend bringing any type of trailer down here," warns Wendy M. about Erbie Campground.
Seasonal availability: Trail and camping conditions change throughout the year. John W. notes about Woolum Dispersed Area, "I just tried to make a trip up there at the end of April (2022) and the final stretch of access road was blocked off due to erosion according to NPS. Not sure when main road will reopen."
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