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TravelerUdall Park
Great primitive camping!
Great campground, kinda secluded. We woke up to the most beautiful sunrise over the lake from our pop up!
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The Henderson, Arkansas area features multiple campgrounds situated along the shores of Norfolk Lake and Bull Shoals Lake, with a mix of public and private facilities offering various accommodation types. Campgrounds like Henderson Park provide electric hookups and water access for both tent and RV camping, while nearby Gamaliel, Robinson Point, and Dam-Quarry sites offer additional options with varying levels of amenities. Most campgrounds in this region provide waterfront access, making them popular destinations for fishing enthusiasts and water recreation, with several sites offering boat-in camping options alongside traditional drive-in access.
Access to many campgrounds varies seasonally, with several facilities like Gamaliel and Robinson Point operating from April or May through October. "Like all Arkansas State parks this is a well kept park," notes one review of Bull Shoals-White River State Park, which remains open year-round. During periods of heavy rainfall, flooding can impact campground availability, particularly at sites closest to the water. Most campgrounds provide some level of basic amenities including drinking water, toilets, and trash service, though shower facilities are limited to select locations. Reservations are recommended for most established campgrounds, especially during summer weekends and holidays when waterfront sites fill quickly.
Waterfront camping dominates the region's offerings, with multiple sites providing direct access to Norfolk Lake or the White River below Bull Shoals Dam. Several campgrounds including Bull Shoals-White River State Park and Blue Heron Campground include cabin options alongside traditional camping sites. A visitor to Henderson Park mentioned, "This is a wonderful small campground. Will not handle large rigs. Better suited to smaller trailers or tents. Right on the water so it is great if you have kayaks or similar." Fishing is particularly popular in the region, with the White River known for excellent trout fishing. The landscape features wooded sites with varying levels of shade, though some lakeside locations have limited tree cover. Cell service is generally available throughout the region, though signal strength varies by carrier and proximity to Mountain Home.
Best Campgrounds near Henderson (151)
1. Dam - Quarry
"Good access to sites. Clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower."
"close the the river and next to the hatchery Great fishing and it’s neat to watch the water rise from the dam."
from $24 - $80 / night
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"I have been camping at Fout's at Gamaliel Arkansas since I can remember. The sites are great but close to each other."
"Close to water, critters, keep your foodstuffs put away. Bring the Deet."
from $22 - $50 / night
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"I think, if they came and upgraded the site with better pad for the modem rvs, this could be a prime location."
"There was a partial view through the trees of Norfork Lake from the backside of the site. Walked down to the bank of the lake to fish and caught a bass."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability4. Bull Shoals-White River State Park
"Like all Arkansas State parks this is a well kept park"
"It's one of the best I've been to in Arkansas. "
5. Bidwell Point Park
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability6. Blue Heron Campground
"The location is great in the sense that it’s easy to get to and it’s laid out well. Unfortunately, it’s directly under an overpass and it is loud- loud enough that I used ear plugs at night."
"It's a beautiful rv resort next to the water. Step out of your rv and you will see some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the United States. "
7. Henderson Park
"Arkansas is experiencing flooding at this time and we were fortunate that our site was not flooded. We are gets more rain this evening and tonight so many sites here are closed."
"Beautiful site right on beautiful lake. Short distance from town. Small park mature trees."
from $22 - $24 / night
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"I have camped at either Panther Bay or Robinson Point on Norfolk Lake every year for as long as I can remember."
"Went on a hike of the short Panther Bay trail today. Very disappointed to have two felled trees across the trail. "
from $22 - $50 / night
Check Availability9. Cranfield Park
"The campground at the Marina was nice, wooded with level dedicated tent pads, nice picnic tables with firepits and prep tables next to level parking pads."
from $16 - $50 / night
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"Most sites have at least some lake view. Roads are paved and can accommodate large rigs. Most sites are pretty level."
"Luckily, I was able to book a spot backed up to the lake. It’s the perfect for us this weekend. We are loving it! And the the bathrooms are super clean!"
from $26 / night
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 5 min from Springfield, MO
- 2 hrs 5 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 2 hrs 31 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 2 hrs 53 min from Little Rock, AR
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Recent Reviews near Henderson, AR
400 Reviews of 151 Henderson Campgrounds
Cindy B.TravelerDam - Quarry
Good campground
We stayed here for 14 days. I would recommend trying for a site right on the bank of the water. We could see most of the Dam of Norfolk Lake from our site. Bathhouse are air conditioned. Nice clean campground. Hosts were very nice. Park rangers and sheriff dept patrolled at least once a day. Sites are paved with water and electric and a dump station. Definitely will go back.
Jackie S.TravelerSylamore Creek Camp
Skehan
I am not a high maintenance kind of chick ….i used pit toilets and sun showers and that doesn’t bother me but this weekend was horrible. The staff was nice but the overflowing dumpster led to a plethora of flies and issues trying to keep them out of our foods The air quality was horrible due to the stench of the dumpster was a true health concern every time the breeze came from that direction The following are photos of the concerns overflowing dumpster 150 feet from our site
Jason W.
RangerBuffalo Camping & Canoeing
Camp Buffalo in Gilbert, Arkansas
Sitting right on the Buffalo National River this is a quiet and clean little campground. There are 18 back-in RV/camper sites, a playground for the kids, dog park, community fire pit, pavilion, group tent sites, star gazing area, tent sites, bath house and small camp store.
Janet K.
ScoutThe Hitching Post RV Park & Tiny Home Village
Has potential but needs owner attention
You can tell this property had potential; the owners have put a lot of $$ into installing sites w/electricity/gravel & a new bathhouse. But checking in was sketchy when “the office” is an unidentified building with a handwritten poster board, “Knock before entering.” I had to text before a young lady came out to show us to our site. The listing says all sites have water & trash. Not accurate. None in our site & water pumps at top of the hill were turned off. The only water avail was at the bathhouse….100 yards from our site. NO TRASH RECEPTACLES OF ANY KIND any where except a dumpster at the top of the hill at the office entrance. Individual toilet rooms w/showers were nice enough, but only 1 had toilet paper! Plus, the campground has long-term campers. We had no problems with that, but this is not a polished property; fairly primitive in overall experience … but with potential. Rather than post a public review which WOULD affect future customers, I sent a detailed text to the owner (?) with feedback & details that are easily fixable. I said I did not want to post a public negative review. It’s been almost 2 weeks now, & I received no response or acknowledgment. Perhaps the young lady who was on-site never gave the feedback to the owners who were “out of state”..???… I don’t know. But when customers attempt to provide actual info privately rather than on public blast, that’s a good thing. Oh well; I tried. Overall, this is “a place to stay.” And $35/nite w/elec is equitable. But don’t go to Hitching Post & expect what it’s not. I’m actually only disappointed the “owners”(?)may not have seen actual feedback that would help the campground.
- LLance P.Scout
Blue Heron Campground
Great place
This was our 2nd time to stay there. Place is kept up very well and Michael is always helpful the facilities are clean and it’s a great place for a relaxing get away
- Joy J.
GuideWoolum 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.
- OOrrin F.Traveler
Silver Springs RV Park
Friendly clean campground
We stayed here in June of 2026. The Campground Managers were friendly and helpful. The facilities were clean. It was nice and easy-going campground. We would stay here again.
Rufus W.TravelerWhite Ranch Conservation Area Dispersed
Nice quiet place to camp
Nice spot to park and pitch a tent. Use the map to find where the designated camping spots are.
Guide to Henderson
Camping sites near Henderson, Arkansas are centered around two major water bodies: Norfolk Lake and Bull Shoals Lake, with many locations at elevations between 600-700 feet above sea level. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures often reaching the 90s and mild winters, making late spring through early fall the peak camping season. Seasonal water level fluctuations can dramatically impact site availability, with flooding most common during April and May.
What to do
Trout fishing along White River: The White River below Bull Shoals Dam offers excellent trout fishing opportunities. At Dam - Quarry, visitors note the "beautiful waterfront camping! The water is clear and freezing cold, and the breeze off the water feels amazing! The sounds from the dam releasing water is so peaceful!"
Kayaking from lakeside camps: Bring your own kayaks for direct water access at some smaller campgrounds. "This is a great campground. Awesome views of the lake and great swimming off the rock outcrops. Water is so clear," mentions a reviewer about Jordan Campground.
Visit nearby attractions: The fish hatchery across from Dam-Quarry campground makes for an interesting side trip. "Be sure to visit the hatchery across the street," recommends a camper, adding there are "lots of nice people in the campground and on the river."
What campers like
Large, shaded sites: At Gamaliel, campers appreciate the "shady, large sites and most have a view of lake." One reviewer noted it's "awesome for couples or families. Closer to the lake and had its own swimming beach."
Private bathroom facilities: Some campgrounds offer improved bathroom facilities with individual rooms rather than traditional communal setups. A Dam-Quarry camper highlighted the "clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower."
Quality concrete pads: Blue Heron Campground receives praise for its "excellent concrete pads with easy back-in markings for RVs. Great cement patio so there is no mud in case of rain. Each site has its own fire pit and 2 chairs."
What you should know
Seasonal flooding impacts: Many sites close during high water periods. "Arkansas is experiencing flooding at this time and we were fortunate that our site was not flooded," reported a visitor to Henderson Park. Similarly, a Gamaliel visitor mentioned "many sites in the Mountain Home region were closed due to flooding."
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds in the area require advance booking. At Cranfield Park, a camper advises to "make sure to make reservations well in advance, as this campground is so popular that getting a site as a walk up is highly unlikely."
Limited shower facilities: While many campgrounds have toilet facilities, showers aren't universal. About Henderson Park, a reviewer mentioned "this would be five stars except for lack of showers. Beautiful site right on beautiful lake."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and swimming areas: Gamaliel has "a playground for the littles, and they have clean, full bathrooms on site. Nearby to a dock and marina with rentals, bait and gear available," notes a regular visitor.
Amphitheater activities: Some parks offer educational programs. At Bull Shoals-White River State Park, a family mentioned, "The visitor center is awesome and the park had several activities available. We went to an owl talk and a bear talk that was very informative."
Kid-friendly water recreation: Jordan Campground provides diverse water activities for children. "Kids had a blast here! Cliff jumping, great fishing, kayaking, swim beach, and even pizza from the marina!" reports a satisfied family camper.
Tips from RVers
Site length limitations: Check site dimensions before booking. At Robinson Point, "most all sites are relatively level and have asphalt ramps with concrete pads," but size restrictions apply at some campgrounds.
Campsite selection for views: When possible, choose waterfront sites for the best experience. A Blue Heron Campground visitor advises "all the sites are great, but the river sites provide a nice cool breeze off the water!"
Utility hook-up quality: Water levels and site layout can affect amenities. At Bidwell Point Park, a camper noted their "site was a little hard to get into and a little tight with the pavillion there providing the only shade."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Henderson, AR?
What camping is available near Henderson, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Henderson, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 151 campgrounds and RV parks near Henderson, AR and 10 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Henderson, AR?
Which is the most popular campground near Henderson, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Henderson, AR is Dam - Quarry with a 4.3-star rating from 12 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Henderson, AR?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Henderson, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Henderson, AR.
What parks are near Henderson, AR?
What parks are near Henderson, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 parks near Henderson, AR that allow camping, notably Norfork Lake and Bull Shoals Lake.
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