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LegendDelta Ridge RV Park
Great Stop off I40, didn’t use an amenities. Owner was friendly and got us in a pull through last minute. Plenty of space for an overnight and $20 cheaper than Loves.
Camping near Holly Grove, AR
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Camping near Holly Grove, Arkansas ranges from free dispersed campgrounds in wildlife management areas to developed RV and tent sites with electric hookups and full facilities. The Dagmar Wildlife Management Area provides free dispersed camping with sites marked by blue bands on trees, while Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA offers secluded camping spots near ponds and waterways. For those seeking more amenities, H&G RV Campground and Mississippi River State Park Campground provide electric hookups, water, and other services for both tent and RV campers within driving distance of Holly Grove.
Access to many sites involves traveling unpaved roads that may become challenging after rain. The Dagmar WMA requires driving approximately 10 miles from the highway on dirt roads, and Wattensaw WMA features gravel roads that can be rough on vehicles. "Go very slowly, and just keep your eyes out for these tiny signs. Once you see one, you'll realize they're all over the place," noted one camper about finding designated camping areas in Wattensaw WMA. Mosquitoes and other insects are frequently mentioned in reviews, particularly near standing water, making insect repellent essential gear for camping in this delta region. Summer humidity increases bug activity, while fall and spring offer more comfortable conditions.
Wildlife observation opportunities represent a significant draw for campers in the Holly Grove area. Several visitors mentioned hearing frogs and seeing evidence of beavers and waterfowl, particularly in the wildlife management areas. Primitive sites generally provide more seclusion and natural experiences but require self-sufficiency as most lack facilities. A camper described Wattensaw WMA as having "a large pond with nearby primitive camping for free, if you need a night's rest and don't want to do the Walmart/travel centers this is your ideal spot with low traffic and a lot of natural beauty." More developed options like Mississippi River State Park provide amenities including showers, flush toilets and picnic tables, though these sites fill more quickly during peak seasons and often require reservations.
Best Campgrounds near Holly Grove (42)
1. Dagmar Wildlife Management Area Campsites
"Really cool spot we parked next to the gator swamp and it was a really cool area. We saw some big splashes from the pond but no gators. Great spot for the night. Free camping"
"The one I stayed in had slight traffic noise from the highway, but wasn't an issue as I was van camping. This seems like not would be great for group camping but I had the whole section to myself."
2. Riverfront RV Park
3. H&G RV campground
"Close to Interstate, Love’s station at exit. There is no facility for tents; this RV/Trailers only because no facilities. Has full hookup 50/30Amp, water and sewer . Gravel pads and well maintained"
"It's in the country and close to 40 but you don't get the traffic noise."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $35 / night
4. Mississippi River State Park Campground
"This Arkansas state park is top notch. It offers a very quiet, immaculate campground with only 17 sites for RV hook ups."
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $37 / night
5. Dub’l R RV Park
6. Yoder Outpost RV Park
Check Availabilityfrom $45 / night
7. Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA
"Apple Maps and Google maps showed me two completely different places over half an hour away from each other with the same coordinates."
"There is some highway noise in the distance at the site we chose, however, there were many other sites that were farther away."
8. Village Creek State Park Campground
"There are nearly 100 sites here at Village Creek State Park. They are Spacious, paved and well maintained."
"This park was stunning the drive though a little narrow at times was scenic from the drive to the RV site. Pull Through with own area not to close to other sites."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 / night
9. South Webb Lake Camp
"Definitely primitive, but far enough from highway to be very quiet, no one else was here, felt very private."
10. Beagle Club Road Pull-Off
"Quiet, and easy access from the highway."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 21 min from Little Rock, AR
- 1 hr 34 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 45 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 2 hrs 7 min from Hot Springs, AR
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Recent Reviews near Holly Grove, AR
182 Reviews of 42 Holly Grove Campgrounds
- RRonnie C.
TravelerRay Houser's RV Park
Plain. Few trees.
Owners/managers have been very helpful and accommodating . This camp is a work in progress but I have nothing to complain about. Seems safe and has been very quiet since we got here. $40/full hookups. Two bars T-Mobile but I am using StarLink Mini. I am sure this will earn a 5th Star when the makeover is complete.
- NNancy W.
ScoutH&G RV park
Lovely spot! PERFECT for overnight!!
Erin L.
GuideHollywood Casino RV Park - Tunica
Only RV Park around Tunica Resorts
Booked a complete reservation(paid in full) online 2 weeks in advance and called a few days prior to inquire on check-in procedures and ask about early check in since we were coming from a few hours away. Was told that the RV Park has"any time" check in and when you check in proceed to the hotel registration desk to receive your site number. Upon arrival-- DO NOT FOLLOW THE SIGNS THAT DIRECT YOU TO THE RV PARK! Instead proceed down the far, far left arrow(not under the archway) around the back and that will take you to the hotel entrance where you can park easily to go inside and check in I reserved a pull through. We did not get a pull through. Every pull through was occupied but one and the water did not work on that site. We were given a back in site. I asked at check in if it was the same price since I booked a pull through and was told it was the same price. I also asked if we would fit and was informed that every site is the same length. They are not! We were given site#43. We did not even attempt it, we would not have fit. Our camper is 35 ft. And truck is 25 ft. I called the number and was transferred to the supervisor and explained the situation. By chance we were driving around and saw site#10 and inquired while she was on the phone with me. We fit in site#10. 1st and foremost, I am in no way bashing work camps. They serve a purpose and hubby has utilized them over the years with his previous employment. However, this is a work camp with a few travelers. Totally misrepresented online. It is not your typical casino RV park. It is run down along with the casino and several of the casinos in the Tunica area have been closed or are being torn down. It was quiet-ish. Being a work camp, diesels fired up between 3am-6am. People returned to their campers between 5pm-8pm. The bathhouse resembled a barracks after quitting time. Quiet time was 10pm and it was quiet until it was time to go to work. Everyone around did keep to themselves. Our"neighbors" were friendly and courteous. The RV park served its purpose to decompress and look at our route over the Mississippi River. We camped at Hollywood Casino Hotel& RV Park in a Travel Trailer.
- SSusan R.Guide
Hollywood Casino RV Park - Tunica
No longer available for campers
Pulled in here after driving all day and the park was full of campers that looked to be somewhat long term. I went inside to pay for site 63 (which was empty and the camper next door said was used all the time for overnight camping) and they said we are full and there's no water at site 63. The manager said this park used to be used for casino customers, but now they are renting long term to construction workers. It would have cost $40 to stay if they had space. Too bad- we would have eaten in a casino restaurant and played a bit. We left and drove to Enid Lake and stayed at a COE CG that was one of the nicest ever, at $10 less for the night. Lessons learned-definitely need to call ahead even though people said just pull in no reservations needed-also- awesome stay for less just down the road. Spaces at Hollywood were close together, paved, there is laundry on site. Staff in the casino (hotel desk) were friendly and helpful.
- KKenneth W.Traveler
Dagmar Wildlife Management Area Campsites
Nice place
A couple of miles on a gravel road. It's in pretty good shape. Easy road for our 23 ft Mini Lite. We grabbed the first spot with a "camping spot" sign. Leveling was easy. Really good for an overnight stop. Some Verizon signal.
- MMichelle J.Traveler
Mississippi River State Park Campground
Mississippi River State Park — Worth the Drive Into Nowhere
This place is a hidden gem. The campground is small, but the sites are surprisingly spacious — you won’t feel stacked on top of your neighbors here. The lake is gorgeous, the facilities are clean and well-maintained, and the birdwatching is honestly next level — more birds than you can imagine, all day long.
Just know what you’re getting into: this park is genuinely in the middle of nowhere. Don’t plan on going out to dinner — there isn’t anywhere to go. A decent grocery store nearby covers the basics, so stock up before you settle in. Free WiFi at the campground was a nice surprise touch given how remote it feels.
If you want a peaceful, well-kept campground away from crowds and noise, this is it. Just come prepared and ready to unplug — except maybe for the WiFi.
- vveneta M.Traveler
South Webb Lake Camp
Beautiful small lake views
Stayed for one night! Definitely primitive, but far enough from highway to be very quiet, no one else was here, felt very private. There are two other camping pull offs closer to the highway that are not as well maintained road wise, there’s a lot of wash out would not recommend unless you have 4x4 but the one further in maybe 3/4 of a mile is 👌👍 also for being near water it was not very buggy
- ddyanGuide
Beagle Club Road Pull-Off
Cool little quiet spot
This was my first dispersed camping on my road trip and I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it is compared to all the other noise that organized campgrounds can have. there are two sites across from each other and can accommodate maybe 3-4 tents each. I made the mistake of thinking it wasn’t gonna rain and I didn’t put my rain fly on and just when I was about to fall asleep it poured down on me and I made another rookie mistake of setting my tent up on the soft ground instead of the gravel and by the time the rain was over the floor of my tent felt like a waterbed luckily, my tent was waterproof. The best part of this spot was the isolation and also the spiget. Both camping sites share one. Thank goodness for the rain because I haven’t showered in four days.
Guide to Holly Grove
Camping sites near Holly Grove, Arkansas sit at the edge of the Mississippi Alluvial Plain with seasonal flooding that creates rich wetland habitats for wildlife. Most sites experience high humidity levels during summer months when temperatures can reach 90°F, while winter temperatures drop to around 30°F. The region's floodplain characteristics require campers to prepare for potentially muddy conditions during spring.
What to do
**Fishing: Multiple ponds and lakes attract anglers year-round at Mississippi River State Park Campground where boat rentals are available for exploring Bear Creek Lake. "From the time we arrived to the time we left the staff was great. The kayak tour of Cypress forest was the highlight of the trip. We could see water from every side of our camper," noted one visitor.
**Birdwatching: The region's wetlands support diverse bird species, particularly at Village Creek State Park where the unique Crowley's Ridge geology creates habitat diversity. "The Crowley's Ridge region of the state is home to unique geological formations, soil and plant life unlike anywhere else in Arkansas. The Big Ben Nature Trail offers a great opportunity to identify these unusual plant species," according to a camper.
**Boat tours: H&G RV Campground provides convenient access to regional water features. A visitor noted, "Traveling across country on I-40, found this camp ground on the DYRT app. Close to Interstate, Love's station at exit." The camp serves as a strategic base for exploring nearby waterways.
What campers like
**Privacy between sites: Dispersed camping areas provide significant separation between campers. "Simple and spread out. There are some big spots. Most have a fire ring," mentioned one visitor to Dagmar Wildlife Management Area Campsites.
**Natural surroundings: Many campers appreciate the opportunity to stay in minimally developed areas. "It's raw no services but so nice," commented one Dagmar WMA visitor, while another mentioned, "Got in after dark and area was easily navigatable. Multiple large open camping areas."
**Budget-friendly options: Free camping sites represent a significant draw. A camper at Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA described finding "a large pond with nearby primitive camping for free...very nice spot found it quickly at night. Soft ground. Quick to get to off highway."
What you should know
**Site identification systems: WMAs use specific marking systems for designated camping areas. At Dagmar WMA, "Sites a marked by blue bands on trees or signs. Lots of spots spaced far apart," while at Wattensaw WMA, "there are a ton of campsites down the gravel road and they are well marked. There are signs for designated camping and the trees have a blue ring painted around them."
**Navigation challenges: GPS services often fail to provide accurate directions to remote campsites. "Apple Maps and Google maps showed me two completely different places over half an hour away from each other with the same coordinates," warned a Wattensaw WMA visitor.
**Facilities limitations: Most wildlife management areas have no services. A camper at Riverfront RV Park mentioned, "The camp itself is pretty basic with gravel pull ins and few amenities. It is a city operated site (that is who you pay)."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Holly Grove, AR?
What camping is available near Holly Grove, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Holly Grove, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 42 campgrounds and RV parks near Holly Grove, AR and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Holly Grove, AR?
Which is the most popular campground near Holly Grove, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Holly Grove, AR is Dagmar Wildlife Management Area Campsites with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Holly Grove, AR?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Holly Grove, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Holly Grove, AR.
What parks are near Holly Grove, AR?
What parks are near Holly Grove, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Holly Grove, AR that allow camping, notably Arkansas River - Wilbur D. Mills Pool and Arkansas River - Pool 3.
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