Best Tent Camping near Lexa, AR

Recent Tent Reviews near Lexa, Arkansas

265 Reviews of 9 Lexa Campgrounds

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  Lindsey P.

  Guide

  

  May. 23, 2021

  Mississippi River State Park Campground

  Quiet relaxing spot

  This was such a nice relaxing place to stay. We met a park interpreter who was very nice and informative.  We stayed in a small tent camping area beside one of the lakes.  The hiking trail was beautiful and we saw several woodpeckers!

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  Curren C.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 28, 2022

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park

  Motorcycle Friendly & Free Laundry

  Found this campsite on the Dyrt and was pleasantly surprised with the location and family friendly atmosphere. Right on the River but not swimable water. In an industrial park but felt very safe. Just a few minutes from the interstate.

  The tent site is just a primitive grassy group area but had tons of shade from giant oak trees and is right next to the bathhouse.

  Laundry is free on the second story of the bathhouse which was a wonderful treat.

  The bathrooms weren’t awful but could use some TLC.

  Tent sites do not get picnic tables. No fire rings.

  Overall a decent night’s stay - whatever you do don’t forget your bug spray!

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  E. S.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 8, 2022

  Dub Patton Campground

  Lil trashy

  Decent camp ground if the grounds were better maintained, lots of trash at all of the sites. We tent camped and the tent pads were ok nothing to brag right home about but functional. Your also nut to butt with all the other sites, talking some are less than 10ft apart. Also there was a mondo dump left in 2 of the toilets at the rest room near our site.

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  tiffany P.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 28, 2024

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park

  Not for tents

  We had originally planned to stop here for a night based on good reviews. But once arriving & doing a quick drive thru changed our minds. Tent camping area is just small grassy area behind laundry house. Had to drive all the way thru to even see the river. We did see a tugboat on our drive thru though. Just seems too run down & not cared for. Now rv spots by the water looked nice- but not a good place for tents.

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  Sara S.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 22, 2016

  T.O. Fuller State Park Campground

  close to Memphis

  While the perks of this campground include the proximity to Memphis and spacious sites. The campground was pretty quiet and everything seemed clean and well kept. The downsides outweigh these positives though... The tent camping area was not private. There were some trees, but they were in the RV area of the park. The thing that turned us off the most though, was a terrible smell which we learned is from a sewage treatment plant very close to the park :(

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  Jordan B.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 12, 2024

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park

  offers a unique camping experience

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park offers a unique camping experience on the Mississippi River with a mix of pros and cons suika game. Visitors praise the beautiful river views, spacious sites, and pet-friendly policies, as well as convenient amenities like free laundry facilities. However, recurring issues include basic or outdated bathroom facilities, limited tent camping options, and inconsistent site maintenance. Overall, it's a great choice for short stays, particularly for those with RVs, looking to enjoy scenic riverfront views and the charm of tugboat traffic.

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  Mary R.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 7, 2024

  Delta Ridge RV Park

  Great place for spur of the moment stop

  We had reservations for another place further down the road but decided to leave a day early and see if we could find something on the road. This place fit the bill! It’s convenient to the highway and while we have our food, there are places to eat close by. The owner was polite and met us at the gate and showed us to our site. There are few big trees and it’s more suitable for RV camping than tent camping but this was exactly what we needed this trip. Thanks so much!

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  Kathy E.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 13, 2018

  Mississippi River State Park Campground

  America's BEST

  We have been to many states and campgrounds. This is one of our favorites. It only has 14 Full Hookup sites but they are all beautiful. Well kept campgrounds, lake, and facilities. There is also a tent site area and a primitive camping area. The sites stayed booked, so if you want to give it a try, you need to book well in advance of your desired date of travel. We go here at least 4 or 5 times a year. It is only about 40 min drive from Forrest City and a 10 min. drive from Marianna, Arkansas. There is a boat dock where you can put your boat in the water. They also have fishing boats and kayaks for rent.

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  Shana D.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 3, 2020

  Mississippi River State Park Campground

  Gorgeous peninsula campground

  This was our 2nd time camping here. It’s the nicest campground close to home. All of the sites are large with full hookups. They really did an excellent job with this place. The bathrooms are the best of the best (private, suite style rooms). I like that it is not a large park (only 14 RV sites and 3 tent sites) l, so even when it is full, it does not feel overcrowded. I do wish they had more hiking trails, but the bear creek look is really nice. The park office is excellent with a museum area. Fire wood can be purchased at the office as well. Very popular lake for fishing!

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  Shana D.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 29, 2018

  Mississippi River State Park Campground

  Beautiful Park on Crowleys Ridge

  This place is still relatively new, but they have really done a great job with it! The park office is first class! The Trotting Fox Trail and Bear Creek Loop trail are very nice! The park office has a large room for exhibits. The Rangers also keep a very full schedule of activities to keep locals and campers busy. They rent out kayaks for those looking to explore the lake! The Beech Point Campground is a gorgeous RV/Tent Campground. I highly recommend it to those that love camping! There is also a really nice day use area.

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  Ryan S.

  Ranger

  

  May. 14, 2020

  Village Creek State Park Campground

  Great family park in East AR!

  We’ve camped at Village Creek State Park a number of times and we love it! It’s a family friendly park with ball fields, tennis courts, and a first-class golf course. We have tent camped, pop-up camped and RV camped here. We normally stay in the lower campground area which is a great spot for families due to all the green space. The upper campground area is much better for RVs given the access to sewer. There is a renovated playground in the upper campground area as well.

  All sites are mostly level. There are a few at the back of the lower campground with steep inclines near the trailhead entries. There is also a creek that runs behind some of the campsites on the lower campground which could be a mosquito haven in warmer months.

  This is a great family park! You will enjoy your time for sure!

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  Hope H.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 3, 2024

  Storm Creek Lake Campground

  Mixed Feelings

  I have stayed at this campground twice.  The first time (2022) was a rainy day and I didn't feel like setting up a tent in my reserved space, so I upgraded to one of the very nice, and at the time quite new cabins for about $75 total.  I loved the winding drive down to Helena-West Helena. It was beautiful, the rain was not too bad.  The cabin was wonderful.  I had such a happy experience that time, I returned to car camp last year (2023) on my way west. I did not bother setting up a tent, but rented an RV space. It was fine. . . lots of mosquitos in the evening (mid-September) and a construction crew was renting out an RV spot across from me.  There were no other campers, but I felt safe.  The bathrooms (unisex) were not nearly as clean as the first visit, but were ok.  The guys across the way were quiet and respectful.  The whole thing was ok. . . but I did have the thought expressed in another comment that there is just too much concrete and asphalt in this place.  Maybe they are concerned about keeping the jungle at bay, so they paved it . . . but consequently it feels like a parking lot with a beautiful periphery. Is also was pretty expensive for what I needed ($42), since I sleep on a cot in my SUV and don't need electricity, water, dumping, etc.  But that is my fault for not asking for a tent site.

  I decided to head there at the last minute, and called the office right before closing to rent via telephone (should have asked for a tent site, cheaper).  I did not have to make the 14 mile drive to Marianna to check in. 

  The crew staying in the RV across the way, left vert early in the morning.  It was cool and shady in my spot, so I moved my vehicle to sunny spot (tent area!) and had a nice leisurely breakfast before heading out.  It was mid-week, and nobody else was there.  A ranger (?) drove through pretty early (before I moved my car) and said hi. She knew i had rented a spot.  Very friendly, just as the folks in Marianna had been when I went there in 2022. 

  All in all it is a good spot. Quiet and safe.

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  RICH

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 27, 2021

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park

  Cheap Tent Sites

  The tents sites are cheap but this is really for someone passing through. You basically share a feild with a few picnic tables, no fire pits from what I saw. The bathrooms/shower were okay but you get what you pay for. Other than that, the walk over to the view of the river is gorgeous.

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  Melissa

  Guide

  

  Apr. 12, 2021

  Mississippi River State Park Campground

  Excellent!

  This Arkansas state park is top notch. It offers a very quiet, immaculate campground with only 17 sites for RV hook ups. There are additional camping areas for tents, although one is closed for repairs. The Bear Creek lake surrounds the RV camping area on all three sides. There is fishing, small boats, and swimming in the summer. The RV sites were very spaced apart and completely level. Things to note for planning—1. Visitor Center is pretty far from camping. You would have to drive there. But it is very nice with exhibits, and staff was very helpful. They have bait and fire wood too. 2. Cell service is not great. 3. No playground. But park is quaint enough bike riding and game playing for small kids works great!

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  Crystal C.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 29, 2018

  Parkin Archeological State Pk

  Great Historic Site With Outdoor Spaces For Entire Family

  Little did I know when I was traveling through Arkansas that there was a site in this region. It wasn't until I saw one of the numerous State Park signs scattered throughout the state that I discovered not only this camping area for small tents only but also the historic site.

  I first checked out the historic site and they filled me in a bit more about the camp. The camp is tent only and relatively secluded to one area of the park. That area is near the recreation day use area which has a playground for the kiddos. Being such a small park you are literally a few hundred yards from the Visitor Center which is much closer than a typical camp site.

  The historic site is filled with information about the Mississippian tribe which settled this area initially before the community of Parkin was even through to be established.

  I checked out the camping area where a few small groups were gathered and it looked like a pretty typical site with very few accommodations. I chose to settle in for a short time and take in the site with the trails and spoke to some of the locals which highly enjoy this area as an outdoor space.

  All in all I would say for the proximity to the State Park information and the facility itself I will return again, I even told a family member about it when I left.

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  Tim W.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 16, 2021

  Lone Pine Campground

  Quiet and Solitude

  December 14, 2021 Primitive camping. Only one other camper [tent] in campground. Toilet clean considering Primitive camping. Some sites are a bit too close for my liking. Overall I would return to this campground

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  Carol W.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 17, 2020

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park

  Not for tents

  I would not recommend this campground for tents. Mosquitos are the worst.

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  Mike M.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 3, 2021

  Village Creek State Park Campground

  Nice Park

  Great facilities. First time at an Arkansas state park and impressed.

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  Katie B.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 19, 2022

  Village Creek State Park Campground

  Green fields!!

  Beautiful park! Huge green fields and walking paths. Would definitely return. Our site had two different tent pads as well and the parking area for the RV if you have one.

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  Steve S.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 7, 2022

  Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area

  beautiful

  Beech Point Campground is an amazing lakeside spot. Our site came with a bench to view the lake and tent pad is in the perfect spot. It was peaceful and provided the perfect place to recharge our batteries! The bathrooms were very nice. Throughout the campground, sewer hook-ups are available.

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  Jason W.

  Ranger

  

  Mar. 18, 2020

  COE Arkansas River Wilbur D Mills Campground

  Nice Arkamsas delta setting

  Arkansas River scenery. Sportsman’s paradise. Everything to hunt and fish for in the Southeast. Bugs. Well maintained.

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  Kali D.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2018

  Village Creek State Park Campground

  Lots of things to do

  Lots of trails and activities to do around the area. Wish we weren’t staying in a tent and would have come at a cooler part of the year. Was too hot to do anything at the beginning of July. Ended up leaving early.

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  Shana D.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 10, 2019

  Maple Flat Group Campground

  Old Primitive Group Camp

  This is an old, boy scout style group camp. A couple of picnic tables are grouped together at the front of the camp and then there are several remnants of old tent pads throughout the area. Large trees, lots of moss and no overgrowth make this a beautiful place to explore for an hour or so. There is (1) vault style toilet in the center of camp.

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  alvin B.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 22, 2023

  Tom Sawyer's RV Park

  Not great for tent camping

  Tent area had to many insects which made it difficult to set up camp. No fires in the area due to grass nor fire rings. RV sites look great since you can be near the river

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  Jacob W.

  Traveler

  

  May. 28, 2019

  Delta Heritage Trail State Park Campground

  Perfect for Primitive Camping

  This place has nice pads to put tents on and picnic tables and fire pits at each site. Only 10 sites though and it is first come first serve. They have one bathroom at the visitor center with a cold water fountain inside! All campsites are shaded, but have bug spray ready because there is a ton of mosquitoes! All together not a bad place to stay for $15!

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  Christy C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 1, 2016

  Village Creek State Park Campground

  Lots to choose from

  There are nearly 100 sites here at Village Creek State Park. They are Spacious, paved and well maintained. The campground is spread out on plenty of land. 2nd largest park in Arkansas in such a tiny town. Many deer walking freely at night. Water and electric hookups, bathrooms and a museum too. They have concerts occasionally here in the big field. Cabins are great too above the rim of the lake. Many hikes to take here and so peaceful. There are stables and horse trails as well as mountain biking. The park is located in Wynne, Arkansas. I have visited here many times camped in RV and stayed in the cabins. The rangers are always friendly and it is close to my relatives in Forrest City.

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  Ryan S.

  Ranger

  

  May. 23, 2020

  Mississippi River State Park Campground

  Awesome, intimate lakeside campground

  Mississippi River State Park is in Marianna, AR and was built in 2008 in the St. Francis National Forest. The park office and convention center are beautiful and have several learning stations and activities for kids and families. There is also a simple paved walking trail with identification points for local trees, birds, wildlife, etc.

  The campground has only a few sites. I don’t remember exactly but I believe it’s only 18 but all have lake views. All sites are level with electricity, water, and tent pad. Some sites have tiered tent pads that might not be great for kids or “old knees”. If you bring your own kayak, canoe, or boat, you can launch directly from your camp site without any issue. Our kids just wanted to through rocks 😂. There aren’t many hikes but there is a 1.5 mile trail (video included) which was fun. We saw a few snakes but they were just king snakes.

  MS River SP is a short drive from Memphis and is a great quick weekend getaway. There isn’t much for small kids to do when the swim beach and swim area are closed but most families will love the serenity and peace that MS River SP offers.