Best Tent Camping near Mansfield, AR
Looking for the best Mansfield tent camping? The Dyrt is an easy way to find tent camping spots near Mansfield. Search nearby tent campgrounds or find top-rated spots from other campers.
Best Tent Sites Near Mansfield, Arkansas (19)
1. Jack Creek Recreation Area
3 Reviews•4 Photos•42 SavesBlue Mountain, ArkansasJack Creek Recreation Area is located in a picturesque setting alongside towering rock bluffs and flowing waters. The area was constructed in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) and displays several unique, historic facilities. There is a short trail that climbs a couple of hundred feet to a recently restored rock overlook vista that offers a panoramic view of whispering pine trees and colorful fall vegetation. Jack Creek offers day use and a primitive campground at no cost. Also from Jack Creek Recreation Area is a trailhead for the Hole-In-The-Ground Mountain Hiking Trail and Sugar Creek Hiking Trail. Hole-In-The-Ground Trail is not a loop trail and extends approximately four miles in length. The Sugar Creek Hiking Trail extends approximately three miles connecting Jack Creek to Knopper’s Ford Recreation Area. Click here for more information.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
2. Pigeon Creek Dispersed
3 Reviews•22 Photos•150 SavesBig Cedar, OklahomaIf you are one of those folks who prefers a different, more rugged camp experience, primitive camping is allowed almost anywhere in the Ouachita National Forest unless there is a sign stating otherwise, or it is a wildlife food plot. Located throughout the Forests are areas that have been campsites for many years. These are located along roadsides, trails, mountain tops, or near streams. Camping at dispersed locations have additional responsibilities: "Leave No Trace" so others can have a similar backcountry experience, pack out any trash or litter, scatter campfire ash around so it doesn't pile up, and leave the area better than you found it. Please filter water before drinking! Beware of stream crossings after heavy rains. Please read the Dispersed Camping guidelines before heading out.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
3. Natural Dam
4 Reviews•11 Photos•58 SavesNatural Dam, Arkansas- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Showers
- Toilets
4. Shirley Creek
2 Reviews•9 Photos•15 SavesOden, ArkansasThe picturesque and scenic Ouachita River is one of the most beautiful and clear rivers in the Ouachitas. Beginning in the Ouachita Mountains near Mena, AR, the Ouachita River is a popular floating and fishing river as it flows easterly through the Ouachita National Forest, eventually becoming part of Lake Ouachita and Lake Hamilton near Hot Springs, before continuing its journey south towards Louisiana.
Beginning near Pine Ridge, AR, the Ouachita offers about 45 miles of floatable river until it become Lake Ouachita near AR Hwy 27. Along this stretch, there are seven landing sites, five of which are float camps. These float camps include Shirley Creek, Rocky shoals, Fulton Branch. Dragover and River Bluff. All five float camps are free to the public. These Float camps typically have openings, even on some holiday weekends when other campgrounds are full. Only rarely are these float camps filled up.
Shirley Creek Float Camp is located off of AR Hwy 88, west Pencil Bluff, and is situated right on the banks of the Ouachita River approx. 6 miles downstream from the Pine Ridge Access. This float camp offers six camping sites, as well as picnicking sites, a vault toilet and canoe access to the river.
Shirley Creek Float Camp is typically open Spring through Fall for overnight use, and is available for day use only the rest of the year.
- Tents
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
6. 3 Ponds Primitive Campsite
Be the first to review!•13 PhotosWaldron, ArkansasCamp sites are not designated but there is enough space for 50 tents or more. Since we only accept 30 tents, that leaves extra space for campers between tents. Feel free to set up near the ponds, forest or in the wide open cleared spaces. There is a portable toilet on the property and trash bins beside. Near the area with the camper are water bins with clean water for your use. Roam and hike anywhere on the 38 acres. One pet allowed per tent. Dogs must be leased & with owner always. Dogs unleashed will cause you to be removed from property. Four guests per tent maximum. Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints. Your space can by 30 x 30 or larger depending on capacity. Parking can be any dirt spaces on property. Additional camping spaces that have been cleared this week, we have planted grass or clover seed for a more comfortable camping area soon.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Trash
$25 / night
7. Big Brushy
1 Review•4 Photos•17 SavesOden, ArkansasAttractive wooded setting on stream bank.
- Pets
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
8. End of the Trail
Be the first to review!•10 PhotosBoles, ArkansasEnd of the Trail sits on 63 acres with 1/2 mile of river frontage to the North and Quachita National Forest to the South.
Two beautiful sites right on the river. Both sites have elevated dwelling with kayaks, fire pits, picnic tables along with a charcoal grill.
There is an abundance of wildlife and the fishing is great.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
$30 - $50 / night
9. Straight Creek Campsite on the Eagle Rock Loop
2 Reviews•12 Photos•51 SavesLangley, Arkansas- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
- Picnic Table
10. Fourche Mountain Campground
2 Reviews•12 Photos•10 SavesPlainview, ArkansasSmall campground with a scenic view from the mountain-top. Additional information available here.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
Recent Tent Reviews near Mansfield, Arkansas
516 Reviews of 19 Mansfield Campgrounds
- AAlison C.
Ranger
Washita Primitive Camping Area
Beautiful campground!
This is our second favorite State Park in Arkansas. We had a spot overlooking the lake, which was beautiful. It's a super quiet and peaceful lake. Lots of kayaks and canoes. We also enjoyed the hiking trails. The walk-in tent site area is amazing! There was a nice beach area for swimming as well. We rode our bikes over to the loop D tent camping area, which also looked nice and quiet for camping. We will definitely be going back here again!
- Mandi R.
Guide
Devil's Den State Park Campground
Amazing park
I have tent camped, stayed in a cabin and used the “camper cabins” at this park. The tent sites are great and conveniently located next to a bathhouse. The camper cabins were awesome and also right next to an immaculate bathhouse. The cabins are older, but rustic and perfect. There is a pool. There are hiking trails of all difficulty levels and many points of interest. This is easily my favorite campground! Absolutely gorgeous!
- Erin-Frannie R.Guide
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
Incredible views, worth the drive.
January 31-Feb 3 2025. White Rock is a great little campground. With only 8 tent camp sites it is very quaint. The cabins were packed and there were many people visiting the overlook but my partner and I were the only tent campers. We arrived late, after sunset, and the host recommended tent site #1. From the pictures we really wanted to set up in #5 but he insisted on #1 and recommended looking around in the morning if we wanted to move. I'm thankful for his knowledge because sites 5-8 were juicy from the previous days rains. All of the sites are well maintained and within a short walk to the water spigot and vault toilet. Sites 1-4 are well spaced and have large tent pads. Sites 5-8 are smaller with smaller tent pads and the view from these sites is AMAZING! Just know that with the view comes the wind and less space to stretch out. We ended up staying in site #1 so our old hound dog could saunter around.
It's a slow, beautiful drive. The reviews are correct that the last hour of the drive is only 20 miles. Make sure to stop for gas! It is an unpaved road that in some spots is maybe wide enough for 2 small vehicles to pass each other. My AWD Mazda made the trip just fine and I saw a Toyota Camry at the overlook. Whenever you feel comfortable going over 15 MPH there will be a heavily rutted 180° hairpin turn. If you forgot to bring something you'll probably find it or a substitute in the Office/General Store.
Overall I loved this campground. I will definitely be back in the spring or fall.
- CChris
Scout
Queen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park
Well managed park in an idyllic mountain top setting
We took our first trip there Oct 4 & 5 2020 and really enjoyed it. The drive to the park is wonderful with great spots to take in the views as you drive to the top. We even spotted a bald eagle at one stop.
The Lodge is very modern and the welcoming staff were very polite and helpful. We asked if a 15amp site for tent camping was available but they had to move us after determining that they didn't give us a site with a pad. There aren't many tent sites at all, especially with electric/water and only 5 primitive and 1 walk-in.
Due to COVID many activities weren't available but we did enjoy one trail. The restaurant wasn't that great but it served the purpose for one of our meals. I would still go back and recommend to friends or family.
ngilly587Scout
Aux Arc
Great water view.
We had a great night's stay here, the sites are spaced out nicely. The spots are level and easy to back in to and easy to locate. Would definitely recommend staying here whether camping in a tent, RV or camper. All amenities were clean and easily accessible.
Leslie N.Guide
Quarry Island Campground — Lake Wister State Park
Quiet and Beautiful
We stayed at RV site #3 on Quarry Island. The concrete pad was perfectly level and took no time to set up. There were 5 RV sites with full hook ups on isle, even though #4 and # 5 are so close to each other that slide outs could bump into each other, and 2 very nice RV sites with only water and electric on the isle. There was also a lot of tent camping, flush and vault toilets, dump station, pavilion, 5 cabins, picnic tables with grills, boat ramp and swimming anywhere you wanted except for 150’ of the boat ramp. The ranger station was on the isle, so traffic was high at check in. There were 2 hiking trails that looked very nice, but never hiked because we were kayaking. My parents stayed in cabin #4 on the isle and my brother tent camped at Wister Ridge. The view from both of their places was breathtaking and his tent site was well shaded with maple, oak and pine. Fishing was very good and wasn’t a whole lot of boat traffic. There is also primitive camping which looked very nice, except for a couple of sites where the campers didn’t clean up too well behind themselves.
Pros: Beautiful area and amazing views. Everyone was very helpful and friendly. Plenty of options for accommodations and outdoor activities. The Heavner Ruinstone and Spiral Mounds are close. Tons of wildlife areas and we even spotted a bald eagle. The campgrounds and cabins were very clean.
Cons: RV sites can be very crowded and not well spaced, especially at Victor Landing. The Wards would be the least crowded for RVs. The booking website is not very good and not very accurate. The cabins bed was not very comfortable, the shower was small and flooded the bathroom while using and the kitchen light and living room ceiling fan was on one switch, so there was no way to have the fan going without the light on. Not all RV sites have picnic tables.
- Dexter I.
LegendDevil's Den State Park Campground
Ranger Review of Banner & Oaks Bull Tan Hat at Devil's Den State Park
Amazing State Park with something for everyone
I have been to Devil's Den State Park twice now and this is my favorite state park in Arkansas. Devil's Den State park has something for every camper, no matter how you prefer to camp. Tent camping, hike in camping, RVs, cabins, they have it all. Want to bring your horse, you can do that as well. Devil's Den has some great hiking and mountain biking trails, from short to long. If you only do one trail be sure that is the Devil's Den Trail, you won't be disappointed on this 1.5 mile trail. If you want a longer trail there is the 15 mile Butterfield Hiking Trail. Devil's Den campground includes 135 campsites ranging from basic tent sites to full hookups for the RV crowed and horse sites. Campground are all paved with paved parking pads. Individual sites have tent pads, picnic tables, fire rings and a first for me, hooks for hanging your lantern. Flush toilets and showers are included. If you like to swim they even have a pool. Park has a store to provide your food needs. Sites all appeared to be well spaced. If you want complete privacy the word is get one of the walk in sites, you will have a bit of a walk but the reward is complete solitude. Lee Creek runs through the park and a 8-acre lake which allows fishing and boating with canoes and pedal boats. You need to reserve your site before hand or at the visitor center. One thing I do like is if you arrive to late to register at the visitor center, then you can just grab an empty site for the night, you just have to register the next day by 10am.
Ranger Review of Banner& Oaks Bull Tan Hat
Got the Bull Tan hat and have been wearing it for about a month now. Hat fits great, looks great. This is a very well made hat with quality materials and made in the U.S.A. It has held up amazing well in all weather conditions, sun, heat, rain and even snow and continues to hold its shape. I have a lot of hats and this one is one of my favorites.
Manny A.
TravelerDevil's Den State Park Campground
A yearly trip to Devils Den is a family tradition!
The hiking and the fact that the tent sites are creekside make this Arkansas State Park one of the best! We love it! Clean bathrooms, this park can hardly be beat in Arkansas!
Mike V.Ranger
Mount Magazine State Park Campground
Mount Magazine State Park, Arkansas
Great state park. Checked out Arkansas high point of course. Hike some trails, enjoyed the views and rock formations. Tent camping area was very clean, with nice flat tent pad surface to set up tent on. Also ate a very nice meal on Easter Sunday at the lodge. Saw several deer while we were there. Definitely recommend this state park to others. Hope to go there again some day.
Izzy T.RangerAux Arc
Great overnight stop!
Easy to reserve Recreation.gov. We stayed in a tent site for $10 because we didn’t need hookups and the rest of the park seemed crowded. I would wear water shoes in the shower. Boat launch and lovely views of the Arkansas river. Close to restaurants and shopping .
Arkansas F.GuideMount Magazine State Park Campground
Mountain Paradise
We have tent camped there many times. Definitely a favorite place for gorgeous views, good Ranger-led Activities and great hiking. The lodge is amazing.
Mike M.Scout
Mulberry River Outdoor Adventures
Great Stay
It’s a smaller campground which is great. Tent sites are near the river. It was quiet at night. The staff was very helpful as well.
- EElizabeth R.Guide
Below the Dam Campground — Lake Wister State Park
Good if you want to mainly fish
There are two section to this area. The northern one is labeled “below the dam tent sites”, the southern one is labeled “below dam”. The southern one is a just a cluster of pull in camping sites next to the fishing area. There’s a short walk to the bathrooms. You can get to the water by walking down the rocks. The northern side is a bit greener but 3-8 are very small sites jammed close together. There isn’t much room, if any, for a tent. Sites 1 & 2 are further back and much more spacious and pretty. There’s a water spigot here but no bathhouse. You would need to drive to the south lot.
Fred S.LegendWhite Rock Mountain Recreation Area
Mountain top camping
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area, in the western Arkansas Ozarks, has a campground with 9 tent sites. One of these is a large group site. 8 sites are arranged along a gravel loop road. In addition to tents, these tent sites will accommodate a camper van; the best sites for vans are #1 thru 4. These are level. Sites 5 thru 8, on the west side of the loop, have great views, but are probably not level enough for van, truck and car camping. Each site has a level gravel tent pad, grill, table & fire pit. The sites are not large enough for RVs. The forest roads leading to the recreation area are rough in places, but passenger cars can make it. Amber, our host, is fantastic. She delivers firewood to your site after purchase. The vault toilet is clean. Pump water is available. No hookups. The campground appears well maintained. The OHT runs though the recreation area. There is a really good hiking trail that loops around the rim of the mountain, offering fantastic views of the Ozarks. T-mobile cell service is available with sporadic LTE data service.
- Paden T.Traveler
Devil's Den State Park Campground
Great camping
I like the layout of the campground. Tent sites were separate of RV sites instead of being all mixed in. Good hiking trails of varying difficulty. Clean grounds and clean bathrooms.
- AAlison C.Ranger
Mount Magazine State Park Campground
Beautiful park, great views and hiking.
Mount Magazine is a beautiful State Park with great hiking trails. We hiked Signal Hill (highest point in Arkansas) and the North Rim Trail. Both were beautiful. This is a great place for families to camp. There is a welcome center with a small gift shop. Our campsite was spacious with water and electric although we were tent camping. Shower and bathroom facilities were nice and clean. They also had a place to hang glide. We checked out some of the cabins for future options, and they looked amazing with beautiful views.
- Brian P.Scout
Devil's Den State Park Campground
Beautiful Park
Nice size tent camping areas. Had facilities close by. Was able to unplug and unwind since there is no cell phone reception. Can not wait to take our Grandson's with us on the next trip there so they can take advantage of all the trails that there is to hike and explore.
Amy M.Traveler
Heavener Runestone Park
Hidden Gem
We were the only ones tent camping. They have showers and a separate restroom near the campsite - the showers are locked for campers only but the restrooms are public. The site had a nearby pavilion and running water. Hiking trails are fun and well marked. Heavener is near a train refueling station, so you’ll hear a lot of trains.
- DDonna M.Scout
Devil's Den State Park Campground
Awesome place to visit
If you love hiking in rocky areas this is the place to go. Has a stream flowing where you can swim or kayak. Has all the hookups if you have a RV or if you want to tent camp it has this too. Book early if you know you will be in this area it if filled up most of the time.
- Nicki M.Guide
Mount Magazine State Park Campground
Top of the mountain!
This is a fantastic state park on the top of Mt. Magazine. Some really cool hiking trails. Fall is an amazing time of year to go while the leaves are changing colors. The overflowing camping area probably has the best tent spot to camp overlooking the valley. There are black bears in the area so use caution. Sites provided bear boxes to lock up food and scented items if tent camping. Go! It's a beautiful place to visit!
Tom K.LegendQueen Wilhelmina State Park — Queen Wihelmina State Park
Limited Camping Spots
The views of this campground are amazing, however, the campground left much to be desired. The bath house and spots are fine for RV's but when we tent camp it gets crowded at this site and lacks privacy. The campground for the most part is one single road with many camp spots on each side. The Ozark Highland Trail does pass close by and the Lover's Leap trail is pleasant with some amazing views.
- RichardRanger
Heavener Runestone Park
Heavener Runestone
Came here for a day trip and had fun. There is an awesome hiking trail that takes you down into the valley and to the runestone itself. There are multiple tent sites and a good playground. Also a great view looking down to the bottom of the hill. We didn’t camp but the sites looked like most start park facilities.
- BBryan E.Scout
Shadow Mountain RV Park
Motorcycle Campers Delight
I rode my motorcycle and tent camped for 4 days and three nights. Camp road conditions very good, I have a touring model bike. Owners and staff were great! Very clean, and a very beautiful camp ground! There is ice machine on site, and basic necessities available at the office store. There is also a beautiful pond on the grounds that was awesome to walk around and just a very pretty place to stay. I will go back👍!
- KKerrie C.Guide
Fort Smith-Alma RV Park
Clean and welcoming
We arrived after the office closed, but they called to check on our arrival and have our registration ready for us. Clean bathrooms and showers. It’s a former KOA campground with all those amenities but older. Nice pond along the tent camping area. RV pull through are a little tight but you pull in alternating so you backside to backside. Our site was perfect in we faced the pond and playground and didn’t have any other campers in direct site when lounging outside our camper.
- RRyan B.Traveler
Devil's Den State Park Campground
Perfect Getaway
We bought our first camper this year and have loved staying at Devil's Den. We made 4 trips there and enjoyed each one. The RV sites have full hookups and most are well shaded. There's easy access to Lee Creek and trails that lead from the campground around to the dam, pool and gift shop.
They also have a horse camp, tent camping, cabins and camper cabins. Whether you're looking to relax or explore one of the many hiking trails, there's something for everyone!
- Erin-Frannie R.Guide
Mulberry River Outdoor Adventures
Laid-back getaway to set your own speed
This was my first visit to Mulberry River Outdoor Adventures, and it won't be my last. The property is more set-up for RV and ATV use but the tent site/s are surprisingly secluded. I need to talk about the property owner. He is incredibly friendly and accommodating. He greeted us with his precious dogs and hung out with us until we were settled in, telling us all about the property, trails, and nearby waterfalls. If you want a full and fast weekend, he can point you in the right directions, even take you there on his buggy. Or if you are in need of a quiet, relaxing escape by the water he will let you be. The RV'ers were friendly when we crossed paths. This seems like the Cheer's of campsite. Everyone know everyone and strangers are welcome. Very laid back. My partner and I were the only tent campers that weekend (for a slow, quiet escape) so we chose the"island" tent site, which is maybe 100' from the water. Wish I had brought hammocks to utilize the swing contraption on the shore (see pictures).
Bonuses:
1. If the Labradoodle likes you she will swim with you.
2. I am walking mosquito bait and was only bitten twice!
3. The nicest "outhouse" I've ever encountered. Cedar paneling, full shower, and hot water!!
- Stephanie J.Legend
Devil's Den State Park Campground
Wooded hiking campground
Nice wooded lots. Three trails start in the tent campground, and a nice river runs along the back of the campground. It also has a large meadow in the center that’s great for frisbee. Really nice well maintained bathrooms and showers. They also have daily activities with the interpreter.
Guide to Mansfield
Mansfield, Arkansas, offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for beautiful scenery and a chance to connect with nature.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- At Jack Creek Recreation Area, campers can enjoy a serene environment with picnic tables and the freedom to have campfires, although there are no water hookups available.
- Natural Dam provides a peaceful setting with toilets and showers, making it a convenient choice for those who want basic amenities while enjoying the outdoors.
- Fourche Mountain Campground features clean vault toilets and picnic tables, perfect for a comfortable camping experience in the Ouachita National Forest.
Tips for tent camping near Mansfield
- When visiting Straight Creek Campsite on the Eagle Rock Loop, be prepared for a hike-in experience and bring your own water filtration system, as this site is primitive.
- For a quieter experience, consider camping at Pigeon Creek Dispersed, where you can enjoy the beauty of nature without the crowds, but remember to pack out what you bring in.
- If you're looking for a spot with a bit of adventure, Bard Springs Campground - CLOSED TEMPORARILY is a reminder of the area's natural beauty, though currently closed due to tornado damage.
Local attractions for outdoor enthusiasts
- The scenic trails around Natural Dam offer opportunities for hiking and exploring the stunning waterfall nearby, making it a great spot for nature lovers.
- Jack Creek Recreation Area is not only perfect for camping but also provides access to a swimming hole during warm weather, ideal for cooling off after a day of hiking.
- The picturesque views and diverse wildlife in the Ouachita National Forest near Fourche Mountain Campground make it a fantastic base for exploring the natural beauty of the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Mansfield, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Mansfield, AR is Jack Creek Recreation Area with a 4.7-star rating from 3 reviews.
What is the best site to find tent camping near Mansfield, AR?
TheDyrt.com has all 19 tent camping locations near Mansfield, AR, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring