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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hot Springs, AR

1,077 Reviews

Gulpha Gorge Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate both tent and RV campers along a creek in Hot Springs National Park, with full hookups available at all sites. Lake Catherine State Park, Lake Ouachita State Park, and Catherine's Landing welcome pets with picnic tables and fire rings at most campsites. Dogs must remain leashed throughout these campgrounds, with designated pet waste stations provided for convenience. Both Catherine's Landing and Hot Springs National Park KOA offer cabin accommodations where pets are permitted, though additional pet fees may apply. Campers report the dog-friendly hiking trails accessible directly from Gulpha Gorge Campground provide excellent exercise opportunities for pets.

Crystal Springs Campground and Brady Mountain offer lakeside camping where dogs can enjoy water access, though pets must be supervised at all times. Several miles of pet-accessible trails connect from campgrounds to Hot Springs National Park, allowing for extended walks without needing to drive. Lake Hamilton RV Resort enforces breed restrictions that may affect some support animals according to visitor reports. Treasure Isle RV Park and J&J RV Park provide pet-friendly camping with full hookups in close proximity to downtown Hot Springs attractions. Campgrounds in the area maintain clean facilities and clearly marked pet areas, though campers should arrive early at first-come, first-served locations like Gulpha Gorge to secure pet-friendly sites during peak seasons.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Hot Springs, Arkansas (155)

    1. Gulpha Gorge Campground — Hot Springs National Park

    75 Reviews
    Hot Springs National Park, AR
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 620-6715

    $34 / night

    "There are not a lot of National Parks located smack in the middle of a town, but Hot Springs is an exception."

    "With close proximity to the town of Hot Springs, AR, this campground is well maintained and convenient but lacks in privacy. I stayed here as an overnight while driving north through the Midwest."

    2. Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    83 Reviews
    Jones Mill, AR
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 844-4176

    $15 - $25 / night

    "I am quite fond of the state parks in Arkansas and this was a clean, quiet, beautiful and safe location near Hot Springs. I was very happy that I could also bring my dog."

    "We stayed in site 54 (w/e/s) that was right on the lake. We could walk to the dock right behind the site to fish, although did not have very good luck."

    3. Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Mountain Pine, AR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 287-2757

    "A short drive from Hot Springs you will find this park with amazing views. The best tent sites that are not close to the water are 82, 83 or 84; however, we recommend the ones closest to the water."

    "One of the best lakes/ parks I’ve visited. I went to Arkansas to visit the Hot Springs National Park, and left wishing I had stayed longer in Ouachita rather than visit Hot Springs."

    4. Catherine's Landing

    25 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 262-2550

    "The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. "

    "Lots of amenities like disc golf, hiking trails, pool, zip line course, lake access and two dog parks that were the cleanest I’ve seen at an rv park."

    5. Hot Springs National Park KOA

    22 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 624-5912

    "Laundry was a bit small especially in a world of social distancing but clean. You have to drive through the entire campground to get to the lower sites."

    "Close to the national park, friendly employees and guests, several mini trails and a dog park."

    6. COE Lake Ouachita Crystal Springs Campground

    44 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 991-3390

    $14 - $80 / night

    "Nice lake with beach area. Playground for kids. Clean restrooms. Some of the sites are small so check the length. Not far from Hot Springs."

    "Great hiking the lake is always fun.  It is near enough to Hot Springs.  Also near plenty of quartz mines.  My favorite place in Arkansas."

    7. Treasure Isle R.V. Park

    16 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-6852

    $45 - $95 / night

    "Nice dog park. Management friendly. On lake, so some boat noise. The cons were poor local TV satellite

    service and no WiFi for monthly stays. Would stay here again."

    "Very quiet, beautiful area, and lots of attractions in Hot Springs. The Office has been kind and helpful."

    8. J and J RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 321-9852

    $41 / night

    "It is right on a little creek, and there are turkeys somewhere nearby. The RV Park is very very close to Hot Springs National Park, and there is an amusement park right across the highway."

    "It’s a short drive to Hot Springs to see the attractions"

    9. Stephens Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Mountain Pine, AR
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-2101

    $30 - $50 / night

    "After we settled, we self-registered per instructions on the information board at the entrance."

    "River is close by with playground. Booked up fast for us on the weekend. 20 to hot springs."

    10. Brady Mountain

    12 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 760-1146

    $16 - $50 / night

    "We used this as our base while visiting Hot Springs."

    "I was in #66 so it was a little busy with traffic (right on the main entrance and exit)."

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  • Cheri H.
    Aug. 29, 2020

    Caddo Drive - De Gray Lake

    So nice I stayed twice! COE campground

    Nice clean Army Corps of Engineers site. Beautiful location on a peninsula that overlooks the lake. Swimming/beach area away from the campground. Two campgrounds, one for tents only and one for RVs. Bathhouses with hot showers. Rustic but clean. Convenient to Hwy 7 and not far from Hot Springs, Arkansas or Caddo Valley, Arkansas.

  • Mary D.
    Jul. 9, 2020

    Hot Springs National Park KOA

    Strange layout

    Very pretty Campground. Typical KOA amenities. Showers were clean. Laundry was a bit small especially in a world of social distancing but clean. You have to drive through the entire campground to get to the lower sites. Felt a little tight at times and we just have a 13 footer.

    About 10 minutes away from Hot Springs NP so good location for visiting there.

  • Chloe T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 25, 2024

    Hickory Nut Mountain

    Amazing camp site

    plenty of spots & a bathroom! Not too far from Hot Springs National Park!

  • Travis A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    COE Lake Ouachita Crystal Springs Campground

    Nice ACOE campground

    Nice lake with beach area. Playground for kids. Clean restrooms. Some of the sites are small so check the length. Not far from Hot Springs.

  • Ana A.
    May. 28, 2018

    Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

    Firt time in Hot Springs

    A short drive from Hot Springs you will find this park with amazing views. The best tent sites that are not close to the water are 82, 83 or 84; however, we recommend the ones closest to the water. The park has a marina where you can rent boats, kayaks and paddleboats.
    Our site had a fire ring, a few trees for our hammock and the bathrooms were very clean.
    We travel with our dog Lulu and she enjoyed the trails and the water too!

  • Cheri H.
    Jul. 23, 2021

    COE Lake Ouachita Twin Creek

    Beautiful location on Lake Ouachita

    Primitive campground without any hookups or dump station. Sites are beautiful. Quiet location but very convenient to the highway and about half an hour from Hot Springs, 5-10 minutes to Mt. Ida. Boat launch near the campground but not noisy. Bathrooms with running water in sinks, flush toilets, no showers. Fishing pier. First come, first served. No reservations here. You scan the QR code on the post to pay. Ranger comes through frequently to check so feels very safe.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Catherine's Landing

    Very Nice, Lots of Amenities

    Catherine’s Landing is a great RV park with lots of amenities and things happening. This park is an RVC Outdoor Destination property which is known for their “resort” amenities. The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. 

    All roads, sites and patios are paved and this is definitely a big rig-friendly park. Every site has water, 50/30 amp, sewer, cable, and wifi. Fire pits and picnic tables accompany all sites. There are a variety of sites ranging from waterfront back-in, pull-thrus, or interior back-in. Waterfront sites have a nice view of the lake from the back of the site and access for fishing. The park also has yurts and cottages (some of which are pet-friendly). Adjacent to the yurts is a nice, large covered picnic area with grills, a dish washing station. 

    Lots and lots of amenities here. Hiking trails, swimming pool, fitness center, lounge, playground, dog park, zip-line, boat rental, boat launch, store, and disc golf. Some amenities (boat rentals and zip-line) are an extra charge. 

    Hot Springs is a nice little town nestled in the Ouachita Mountains with interesting history and natural beauty. We found plenty to do from hiking the National Park to learning about the bathhouse history to discovering the gangster influence. We spent four nights and could have stayed longer with all that the town offers. Most people come here to bathe in the soothing warm mineral waters but there is also a horse racetrack, science museum, off road track, water/theme park, alligator farm, and a few museums. Hot Springs National Park has miles and miles of great hiking trails and a great place to spend an afternoon. The town of Hot Springs is very dog-friendly and we found many places that would allow them in and on the patio for lunch.

    Pros:

    • Very nice, clean, well-manicured
    • Lots of amenities
    •  Paved level sites with paved patios 
    • The dog park was a decent size for running and mingling with other dogs
    • The hiking trail(about 3 miles) was a big plus and got used a lot. 

    Cons:

    • Price. We booked late and didn’t have too many sites to choose from we had to pay for a waterfront site
  • Chris V.
    Jun. 20, 2019

    DeGray Lake Resort State Park — De Gray State Park

    We had a blast!

    This weekend we camped at DeGray Lake Resort State Park in Bismarck, Arkansas. We had a blast! DeGray Lake has a lot to offer for groups large and small wanting to get away. It has several camping spaces with water and electric hook ups (about $22/night), yurts (about $55/night), a lodge (about $100/night), a marina to rent boats or buy bait, several daily activities for children or adults of all ages (some free and some about $5-15/person), horse riding stables (no experience required, about $30/ride 1 hour trail), a full golf course, playgrounds, pavilions, overall clean facilities, and a restaurant. Although our bank fishing experience wasn’t so great, I’m sure with a boat it would have been better. And for those that want to make the camping trip into the ultimate family vacation, this park is about a 30 minute drive from Hot Springs, AR where there is tons to do like restaurants, mini golf, shopping, and we even decided to get ice cream at Scoops (24 homemade flavors and delicious)! We will definitely be back for a visit!!

  • Erich H.
    Oct. 6, 2023

    Hot Springs Arkansas Finish Line RV Park

    Brand new RV campground in HotSprings

    Everything is awesome. Sites are in pristine condition. Managers are so friendly and helpful. Located in Hot Spring proper. Easy access to everything. The Dog Park, laundry facilities, and restrooms/showers are of course new and clean. Casino and Racetrack are right around the corner. Easy access to everything in HotSprings.

Guide to Hot Springs

Discover the joy of camping with your furry friends near Hot Springs, Arkansas, where several campgrounds welcome pets and offer a range of amenities and activities.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Lake Catherine State Park Campground

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Hot Springs

Pet owners appreciate the amenities at COE Lake Ouachita Crystal Springs Campground

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hot Springs, AR is Gulpha Gorge Campground — Hot Springs National Park with a 4.1-star rating from 75 reviews.

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