Best Tent Camping near McRae, AR

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Best Tent Sites Near McRae, AR (6)

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    1. Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA

    6 Reviews
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    68 Saves
    McRae, Arkansas

    There are 38 primitive campsites maintained by area personnel.

    There are approximately 270 acres of old beaver ponds that provide valuable habitat for furbearers and waterfowl. There are 2024 acres of old fields managed on a rotational basis by control burning, bush hogging, disking and planting. There is 14,419 acres of timber, primarily oak and hickory; 96 acres in streams and 113 acres in ponds and lakes. The main streams include; Wattensaw Bayou, Hurricane Creek, Miller Creek, Clark Creek, Barkley Branch and Bell Branch. There are numerous small ponds, 9 ponds created by removing dirt for I-40 construction and Webb and Mooreês lake which are oxbow lakes off the White River on the east side of the area

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Robinson Dispersed Site
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    2. Camp Robinson Dispersed Site

    3 Reviews
    7 Photos
    32 Saves
    Mayflower, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
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    3. Beagle Club Road Pull-Off

    2 Reviews
    3 Photos
    8 Saves
    McRae, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Drinking Water
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    4. Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway

    1 Review
    10 Photos
    17 Saves
    Fairfield Bay, Arkansas

    Eco Adventure Wonderland! From hiking to hang gliding. Canoe or kayak the beautiful Middle Fork of the Red River. Or paddle out on the Forty Thousand Acre gorgeous Island dotted Greers Ferry Lake to Sugarloaf Mountain Island where you can hike one of the first Scenic trails in the country!

    Or just stay right here at the Hideaway and explore miles of trails with creeks and waterfalls and even an Indian cave!

    All new Tree Fort for the kiddos even!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $15 / night

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      5. Mill Creek

      1 Review
      2 Saves
      Higden, Arkansas

      This recreation area is part of Greers Ferry Lake

      • Electric Hookups
      • Tents
      • Toilets
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        6. Van Buren Park

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        Fairfield Bay, Arkansas

        This recreation area is part of Greers Ferry Lake

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      Recent Tent Reviews in McRae

      328 Reviews of 6 McRae Campgrounds


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        Camper-submitted photo from Sweet Escape RV Resort
        Dec. 2, 2024

        Sweet Escape RV Resort

        relaxing calm family friendly

        Sweet Escape RV Resort in Austin, Arkansas, offers a peaceful and welcoming experience for RV travelers. Conveniently located near Highway 167, it provides easy access to nearby cities like Cabot and Little Rock. The park features several amenities, including full hookups, a large dog park, fishing ponds, a bathhouse with showers, laundry facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Recreational options like yard games and scenic surroundings enhance its appeal for families and solo adventurers alike. this RV park is in its early stages also the bathrooms are the cleanest  that i have seen in a campground/ RV park they clean them daily. in the winter they have complementary hot chocolate and a 15 ft Christmas tree!!! 100% would recommend

      • Angela G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Tar Camp
        Nov. 27, 2024

        Tar Camp

        Great site on the river

        So happy to find a site right on the river. We could watch the tug boats with their barges go by. Not many campers here right now so it’s quiet. Nice host.

      • J
        Camper-submitted photo from Sweet Escape RV Resort
        Nov. 26, 2024

        Sweet Escape RV Resort

        Great place to stay!

        Very friendly campground. Many amenities including laundry, bathhouse, very nice showers, and large dog park. We really enjoyed the fishing ponds as well. The owners could not have been nicer and more helpful. Would recommend this place to anyone.

      • april W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Little Rock North KOA
        Oct. 25, 2024

        Little Rock North KOA

        It works for a pinch

        Arrived in town looking for somewhere to tent camp, found here. It works for a night Pros: Clean bathrooms Friendly evening staff and wife is friendly Has a small store with basics Wifi Laundry area Cons: Quite noisy with city noise Camp store is expensive ( 2 Gatorade, a pack of. Hot dogs, buns and ketchup came up to 13 dollars...and. Mustard was almost 6 dollars.... Tent area is more of a storage area We had it to ourselves, which was nice, but, felt as if we were the unwanted guest in the park. At $38 dollars a night, we felt it's not really worth what they ask.

      • Rick T.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
        Oct. 18, 2024

        Heber Springs

        Nice

        Despite that, I’ll just say that I love the town of Heber Springs which is located on the Lake. Area Code It may be because I have so many memories in Heber from my time in college so I should drop that disclaimer.

      • Rick T.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Willow Beach
        Oct. 18, 2024

        Willow Beach

        Nice

        The site we had was level with a view to the river. The bathrooms and grounds were"military" clean and maintained. Area Code My only issue was the lack of staff. The place runs itself, apparently. There was no staff on site, not even the camp hosts.

      • Alice S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Henry Gray Hurricane Lake Wildlife Management Area
        Oct. 11, 2024

        Henry Gray Hurricane Lake Wildlife Management Area

        Mosquito Alley

        The site itself isn't bad. It is very well shaded with 8-10 concrete pads. There are a few concrete benches and a water spigot. There is a huge parking lot next to it for trucks with boats/trailers to park.

        This site is normally used for hunting and fishing. There is a shooting range on the road before you get to the site.

        I'm here I October and there are still quite a few mosquitoes. I imagine in the warmer months they would be unbearable. Also the cell signal is pretty spotty.

        Overall, nice for a free spot but not the greatest.

      • WThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Tar Camp
        Oct. 9, 2024

        Tar Camp

        Great find, newly renovated

        We came in very late and found someone fishing in our campsite!🤣 Love these properties for arrival convenience and ease of booking. A mostly clean bathrooms and shower house.

      • Карина К.
        Camper-submitted photo from Toad Suck
        Jul. 14, 2024

        Toad Suck

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      • kThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Robinson Dispersed Site
        Jun. 18, 2024

        Camp Robinson Dispersed Site

        Free camp in the trees by drained part of lake

        Thank goodness there is a slight breeze. 90 degrees. Summer swampy area. Picked up a med bag of trash; cans, bottles, and paper. Looks better now. I definitely put on bug spray right away. Nice place to sleep and get back on 40East in the morning. Doing a cross country from San Francisco to Pennsylvania.

      • Pam R.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Willow Beach
        Jun. 1, 2024

        Willow Beach

        Great Stop to see Little Rock

        Willow beach is a very pleasant campground on the river. Though close to Little Rock, it felt remote. The site we had was level with a view to the river. The bathrooms and grounds were "military" clean and maintained. My only issue was the lack of staff. The place runs itself, apparently. There was no staff on site, not even the camp hosts. A bad storm rolled through and was upsetting enough that we left a day early with the potential for even worse the next day. Otherwise, it was a great campground.

      • hThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Beagle Club Road Pull-Off
        Jun. 1, 2024

        Beagle Club Road Pull-Off

        Small, super primitive. Says permit required doubt anyone is checking .

        Not much too it. Basically just two relatively small parking lots in the woods, past some houses off the highway. Would only be good for a super quick over night.

      • Julie A.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Robinson Dispersed Site
        May. 21, 2024

        Camp Robinson Dispersed Site

        Great place to overnight

        The lake has been partially drained to allow work to be done on stumps. The road back to it is well maintained and we had good cell reception with AT&T and Spectrum. The sunset was beautiful. Peaceful and quiet. The birds and frogs sang all evening.

      • LThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
        May. 10, 2024

        Red River Trout Dock

        Peaceful Quaint Relaxing

        This is an older private campground that is very well maintained right on the river. Peaceful tranquil setting with owners/operators on site that are very friendly. Bath houses are private and immaculate. RV sites are full hook up 50 amp. RV sites are spacious and nightly rate is a great value. Highly recommend

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        Camper-submitted photo from Maumelle Park
        Apr. 28, 2024

        Maumelle Park

        Great stay

        First time visiting little rock & this campground was perfect. Water & power hookup for each lot. Beautiful view as we were winding down for the night. Lots of geese wandering around & still chatty late at night- but kinda cute to hear. The campsites are pretty spacious for Tents with their own fire rings too. Definitely would stay again !

      • President Gamer
        Camper-submitted photo from Toad Suck
        Apr. 25, 2024

        Toad Suck

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      • Jeanette W.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Toad Suck Ferry Toad Suck Ferry Park
        Apr. 20, 2024

        COE Toad Suck Ferry Toad Suck Ferry Park

        Very Nice Treed Park

        This park and campground is less than an hour outside of Little Rock, and it is a quiet, peaceful overnight stay on our way to Oklahoma. It was a bit tricky to find after exciting US 60!

        The park was well maintained and the staff was very friendly. Our site was at the end of Loop D, far enough away from the noise of the highway, but it backed up to 2 drainage pipes, not the best view from our back window. It is level and surrounded by tall trees for plenty of shade. There is a concrete pad for a tent next to the metal picnic table.

        There are two bathouses, each with one woman's and one man's individual bathrooms with a toilet, sink, and shower. The bathhouses are located quite a distance from Loop D. The one I checked out was modern and clean.

        This is a very nice park to visit for a day or two.


      Guide to McRae

      Tent camping near McRae, Arkansas offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the tranquility of the outdoors. With a variety of options available, campers can find the perfect spot to set up their tents and unwind.

      Tips for tent camping near McRae

      • For a quick overnight stay, consider the Beagle Club Road Pull-Off, which provides a simple setup with access to a water spigot, though be prepared for a primitive experience.

      Activities to enjoy while camping

      • At Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA, you can explore numerous campsites and enjoy activities like fishing and hiking, all while soaking in the natural beauty of the area.

      Unique features of local camping spots

      • The Camp Robinson Dispersed Site offers a peaceful environment by the lake, perfect for birdwatching and enjoying serene sunsets, making it an ideal choice for those seeking solitude.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular tent campsite near McRae, AR?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near McRae, AR is Mike Freeze Wattensaw WMA with a 4.2-star rating from 6 reviews.

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