Best Dispersed Camping near Huntsville, AR

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Huntsville, AR (13)

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Recent Dispersed Reviews in Huntsville

26 Reviews of 13 Huntsville Campgrounds


  • The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sugar Camp Lookout Tower Dispersed Area
    Nov. 4, 2024

    Sugar Camp Lookout Tower Dispersed Area

    Beautiful and Peaceful

    Mark Twain National Forest is always a great getaway. This location is tucked away from the main road and is easy to get to. Could easily get 4 rigs + in the sight. Established fire ring (be mindful of burn bans). Close to Roaring River and Table Rock lake.

  • Taylor M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Jul. 4, 2024

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Cute spot!

    Quiet and beautiful spot in AR! Patchy cell service and no water hookups, but there are bathrooms, lots of privacy, fire pits, and trails connected to the sites! Highly recommend a visit here

  • Summer R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Title Required: Good. Quiet. Good and quiet.

    Only stayed one night but it was very quiet and peaceful. There are surrounding trails that lead to some nice spots for a stunning sunset. These seem to be free established campgrounds, not dispersed. No trash service but there are vault toilets and fire rings. Great sites either way. Happy to stay again.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Rd 82 Dispersed
    Feb. 13, 2024

    Forest Service Rd 82 Dispersed

    Awesome Spot Deep In The Ozarks!

    Forest Rd. 82 has 3-4 spots, all about 1-2 miles in. There may be more the further you go, but I didn't go that far. Easy access to the Redding Recreation Area for fishing/swimming, and the Spy Rock Trail. Any car should be fine on the gravel road, just go steady on the way up!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
    May. 2, 2022

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    One of the best remote campgrounds in AR

    I have visited this spot multiple times and camped right on the riverbank. Beautiful scenery year-round.  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. Ended up camping out at bakers ford just a few miles away.

  • Kloee S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
    Mar. 26, 2022

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    Beautiful campground!

    This was a beautiful park with a campground that we really enjoyed riding around and exploring. We were there in April and the dogwoods were blooming. There were hiking trails, nice clean restrooms, lots of bike riding and nice large spaces. We had full hookups to boot!

  • Candace R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
    Sep. 28, 2021

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    Buggy but Beautiful

    So many options to make your home away from home! Grassy meadows or river side oasis, you choose! This is definitely the place to go to enjoy magnificent scenery and not be distracted by technology. Late September visit means the river is low, nights are cool and days are filled with sunshine. Bring the bug spray and sunscreen.

  • b
    Camper-submitted photo from Ozark National Forest - Dispersed Camping
    Aug. 14, 2021

    Ozark National Forest - Dispersed Camping

    Not a camp spot (private propery)

    This was not at all a campsite. Most of the forest is private property with house everywhere. This location in particular is no different. Go to Sam's throne to camp

  • b
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Aug. 14, 2021

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Peace on Earth

    Amazing peaceful campsite. Can be eerie pulling up at night but is so beautiful and peaceful. On the right dark night you can see every star in the sky. Bathrooms are cleaned every other day.no running water or showers just two vault toliet. Some campsites have cell phone service. Att and had the best out of all of our phones. Place is completely free. Beautiful path to walk to see the open ozarks but not much else to do here. Bambi and her mom also seem to live here.

  • Bob W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Jul. 28, 2021

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Secluded and Scenic!

    Several first come-first serve sites for RV or tent. Fire rings at each site and vault toilets at each end of campground. Limited Verizon cell. Great hikes on bluffs overlooking valley.

  • Ivan M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Mar. 29, 2021

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Gem of a Site

    We camped right next to the trail head and apart from all the traffic during the day for the trail (cars coming and going) it’s great. The views off the trail are A1 and definitely a useful base amo if you’re rock climbing. Lots of bluffs set up for that. Compost bathroom s were super clean. Had a great experience there

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Jan. 12, 2021

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Beautiful Area, Clean Campsites & Bathrooms

    Pros:

    -Campground was completely empty when I arrived on a Thursday evening in December.

    -Sites are separated by trees, so some privacy.

    -There are more than one compositing toilet on site& they are cleaned regularly.

    -Beautiful cliff views are a short walk away.

    Cons:

    -No water access, so bring your own

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Dec. 10, 2020

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    The BEST view!

    Private camping spots, with trees separating each site. There’s fit pits, but no rv hook ups and only a couple bathrooms there.
    It is considered a national park spot so it’s not set up for rv, but if your van or rv is self standing is perfect!!

  • Jacob B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
    Oct. 7, 2020

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    Extremly beautiful area, simple camp ground

    I took a canoe trip down the buffalo river a few springs ago and I believe this was one of my stops. It was still early in the season so restroom facilities weren’t open yet. Bare bones camp sites with only fire pit rings. Beautiful area!

  • Shelly J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River
    Jun. 4, 2019

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    Quiet, spacious, with the best swimming hole!

    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. There are two vault bathrooms, no tables provided, and not trash. We love the peacefulness of this place and will continue coming back.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Mar. 27, 2019

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Primitive Sites & Beautiful Views

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area really is a hidden gem, even for the non-climbers out there. We started a five day camping trip on a Saturday and sure enough, as we had already heard about this place's weekend popularity, the sites were packed. Many groups out there taking advantage of the beautiful March weather to hit the rock and explore all the many jaw-dropping routes on and around Sam's rocky Throne. Once the weekend ended though, there were an average of 2 or 3 other occupied sites in the area throughout the week.

    Me, my boyfriend and our dog must have been the only non-climbers out there, which was completely fine because there really is SO MUCH to do and see. There are a number of trails outside the main established trails (see picture of trail map). Our second day there we spent eight hours skirting along the bluffs and exploring what looked like beautiful fairy lands.

    The weather was perfect (high 50's/low 60's during the days and down to low 40's at night) and the bugs were almost non-existent (but we still defended ourselves from ticks with spray and covered legs).

    We spent every day we were there exploring new spots and areas because the stretch of land is endless. What's nice is you can also drive 20 or so miles out to other beautiful spots like Pedestal Rock Scenic Area and Alum Cove Natural Bridge. We hopped on the Ozark Highland Trail for about six miles starting at the nearby Fairview Campground (which I highly recommend!).

    And of course, don't forget to check out THE Sam's Throne, which is still accessible for those not harnessed and roped up. There is a climbable route that is fairly easy to moderate and allows you to access the throne and all it's glory. There are even a couple of fire rings up there which would definitely make for some breathtaking tent views. I may be partial to this place now because I happened to get engaged on the Throne at sunset during our last night there, and I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful experience.

    I highly recommend this area, this forest, and hell the whole state for a great camping experience!

  • Miranda M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam's Throne Recreation Area
    Jul. 7, 2018

    Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    Beautiful location

    Very beautiful place with vault toilets only and no running water. There are a few bears in the region so I would hang my food just to be safe. There aren't any specific spots for RV's but there are a few cleared areas with room to park an RV or trailer. Near the entrance to the facility right off of the highway there is a large gravel parking lot. This facility has day-use for rock climbing. Motorcycle friendly but there is a sign stating no OHV's. No trash cans, pack-in/pack-out facility. Donations are accepted but it is a FREE campsite.



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