Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Hartford, AR has a lot to offer. Hartford is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Hartford, AR. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.
$15 - $20 / night
"We stopped to see the runestone on our way back home from camping at Lake Wister. Wooded and clean, with a small gift shop (closed when we got there)."
"Totally worth the drive from Tulsa. The park is beautiful and secluded, very clean and well kept. It has some really fun little themed touches in keeping with the Viking Runestone."
$16 - $75 / night
"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"
"We camp here a lot because it's close to home. Very reasonable and easy access to bank fishing. Clean bathrooms with hot showers. Offers shaded spots or some that are a little more open."
$23 / night
"Driving through this part of Arkansas you can quickly get taken aback by the winding roads the ample beauty, but until you visit the campground and park you will only have a portion of the beauty of the"
"Trails are short but have nice views. Forest trail is overgrown once you leave the state park and go into the national forest."
$15 - $40 / night
"we took a group of Trail Life boys there and we had a good time. There are plenty of good trails near by and we used Cedar Lake as our basecamp."
"We always have Cedar Lake on our list of places to visit in Spring and Fall. The sites are well spaced and even on busy weekends you aren't really ever bothering anyone."
$35 - $40 / night
"They have hiking trails and 2 private lakes. The RV area looked new because all of the power boxes had 50/30 and 120 outlets and breakers which is super cool."
$16 - $29 / night
"We really enjoy Lake Wister. It is never overcrowded."
"There were 5 RV sites with full hook ups on isle, even though #4 and # 5 are so close to each other that slide outs could bump into each other, and 2 very nice RV sites with only water and electric on"
$3 - $14 / night
"A couple trails within walking distance. No firewood or ice available to purchase on site."
"Just a bit off the beautiful Talimena Drive, it is well shaded, close to spectacular overlooks and lots of hiking options around."
"However, our RV is 35 FT long and while it’s rated for this length it was a little difficult to back into, because of surrounding trees. the view was right on the water edge. sunrise and sunset was great"
"Very nice lake views. Birdwatching is pretty good. Check out Spiro Mounds and Heavener Runestone, less than an hour's drive from Wister Lake."
"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."
$10 - $23 / night
"It’s wonderful in the fall when the leaves are changing, the days are cooler, and the nights are perfect for gathering around a camp fire."
"The campground is heavily forested with pine trees and there are some sites right off the lake. It has a very nice bathroom facility with showers."
TravelerAux Arc Park is a beautiful little campground with large sites on the water. Just here overnight, so no time to explore but will be back
TravelerThis spot was amazing, the first place I had planned for was taken, so this was my next option and it did not disappoint. The pond was calm, with some bullfrogs and snakes which were cool to experience. There was plenty of space for a couple of cars on level ground, fire pit was nicely maintained as well. Don’t mess this place up!
ScoutFriendly helpful staff. Decent lots. Many are shaded. Several things for kids including a pool.
TravelerWe spent the night in the parking lot in our Sprinter Winnebago Revel van. The view, sounds and feels of the natural dam are stunning, relaxing and cool. A bit muddy for our dog, but great view for coffee in morning. We mountain biked Devil's Racetrack earlier and relaxed here - about 20 minute drive. The sheriff drove by early Sunday morning but didn't speak with us. Some local traffic/Saturday night dates taking photos of natural dam. It stormed at night but we were on the right side of the dam in case it flash flooded. Starlink and Verizon very spotty here. Overall a really nice campsite and we were grateful we made the drive.
ScoutOnly one year old on Arkansas river great location if you like being close to restaurants staff very friendly
ScoutHad a wonderful time here. Went in early April so still too cold to swim, but the campgrounds were great. There’s a swing for kids
TravelerWe came to Heavener Runestone Park with three families and nine young children and had the BEST time! Totally worth the drive from Tulsa. The park is beautiful and secluded, very clean and well kept. It has some really fun little themed touches in keeping with the Viking Runestone. The history around the Runestone is so interesting, the kids loved hearing about the Vikings. The hiking was beautiful and just challenging enough to be fun while accessible for little kids. Bathrooms were clean and easily accessed from our tent sites. The views were spectacular. Out of the three cliff tent sites I would say only 1 was safe for kids, 2 and 3 were too close to the cliff (beautiful views though). The playground was really fun and right by site 1. It’s a big site so we put four tents and 15 people on that site comfortably, it also has a covered pavilion which helped us in the rain and a brief storm. The park hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming. One last note, you do need to bring your own drinking water in. We had such a great time and would totally recommend the park for adults or families. My only complaint was the persistent barking dog on the private residence by the entrance to the park, including late at night.
LegendAbsolutely the cleanest and most beautiful campground we’ve been in - in this part of the county yet. Sites spread far enough apart for privacy, full hook ups, cleanest bathhouses, and beautiful scenery! Would absolutely stay again. The hiking trails were right out of our campsite. Clean sites. Great tent pads. It was totally level we didn’t need any leveling done at all.
ScoutGreat little spot to visit. Private, safe, clean.
Camping near Hartford, Arkansas, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
Camping around Hartford, AR, offers a mix of fun activities and beautiful scenery, making it a great spot for families and RVers alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Hartford, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 119 campgrounds and RV parks near Hartford, AR and 15 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hartford, AR is Heavener Runestone Park with a 4.9-star rating from 9 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 free dispersed camping spots near Hartford, AR.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 34 parks near Hartford, AR that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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