7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks operate near Midland, Arkansas, with varied hookup options and amenities. Riverfront RV Resort provides concrete pads with full hookups including 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections. Fort Smith-Alma RV Park accommodates big rigs and offers water, electric, and sewer hookups along with shower facilities. "This was a great little park to stay at while we were in Fort Smith. The price was right and the military police patrolled the park," noted one visitor about William O. Darby RV Community, which features RV storage options and allows fires at designated sites. Fort Chaffee RV Military maintains water and sewer hookups with electrical service, though the sites have limited privacy and minimal shade.
Within 30 miles of Midland, dump stations are available at several parks including Turner Bend, which maintains 16 sites with both 30-amp and 50-amp service. Many RV parks in the region remain open year-round, though advance reservations are recommended during peak travel seasons. Cell service varies throughout the mountainous terrain, with better connectivity near Fort Smith. Most parks are pet-friendly with appropriate restrictions. The concrete pads at Riverfront RV Resort are notably level according to reviews, while some travelers mentioned the campground gates provide additional security. Navigation to some parks requires careful attention to road conditions, particularly after rainfall when unpaved access roads may become challenging.
"Facilities are all clean and connections are layed-out properly. There are trees in the park which are still small but will eventually grow taller. Pull through Sites have concrete pad and fire ring."
"It's located right next to the Arkansas River with a nice concrete walking trail along the river. Parking for registration is located right next to the office."
"Contacted owner late in the evening looking for a spot after a 9hour drive. This place had everything and the bathhouse was just like taking a shower at home!"
from $22 - $25 / night
"Stayed here recently and it was a really convenient spot. They offer nightly, weekly, and monthly sites, which is nice depending on how long you’re planning to stay."
from $30 / night
"It was somewhat tight getting a big rig in and out. And the parking spots are pretty close to each other. Everything was well kept up and maintained."
"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."
"Owner is great and mostly around checking on things. Clean, well maintained, safe, easy in and out, quiet, small park. 8 full hook up pull through sites in front. We will be back."
"Quiet. If you are looking for a peaceful, quiet place, away from the city, this is a great place. I love it. Have stayed several times in several different sites. Will stay again. "
"Nicely landscaped but trees are immature, no shade. Newly expanded to around 50 sites. Lot of extended stays but immaculate. Small lake with catch and release fishing."
"New park with young trees (so not much shade yet), pond for fishing and a walking trail around it."
from $30 - $500 / night
"This campground is located in a great spot near the Ozarks."
ScoutFirst of all staff members are very nice people, the campground is full of trees and a beautiful pond. The sites are on very good condition and very clean restrooms.
RangerWe stayed in the a loop, a 11. Honestly, the pads look brand new, level, convenient to power and water hook up. The table is on a separate gravel pad all nice and clean. We loved watching the birds over the water, took a nice walk and watched our neighbor fish! It was very quiet at night and peaceful. A few people mentioned planes flying over and around 4 o’clock on arrival day we did hear quite a few planes, but that was it. The bath houses were very nice and clean and efficient. A large room with shower, sink and toilet. We felt safe and relaxed! The only thing I didn’t like is that I only booked one night and it’s time to go… We will definitely camp here again.
GuideI’m rating 5 stars as it fits the bill for RV Park Vs campground. Very spacious sites and very clean as it is only 3 years old. Easy to reserve, easy access, nice staff. Facilities are all clean and connections are layed-out properly. There are trees in the park which are still small but will eventually grow taller. Pull through Sites have concrete pad and fire ring. Fires were allowed and wood is available for $10 per bundle. There is a beautiful river walk trail that is wide and paved and will actually lead into downtown Fort Smith about 1 mile away. Massive shade tress along the river walk trail. Wildlife spotted along the river and occasional barge traffic on the river. Fort Smith has some unique history like the hanging judge Parker. Plenty of stores and restaurants in and around the town. Easy access to I-40. Had no problem driving travel trailer through city streets to get around. I plan to visit again and will make sure it’s in a cool season. We were here in October and it was quite warm.
ScoutSites are closer together than what appears online—overall clean and well maintained. A hike to the bathhouse but there is one!
GuideA slightly below average quality camping spot. It's not a state park which probably explains it. It is managed by the Forest Service. All the expected amenities available.
LegendConvenient stop-off right off I-40. The gated entrance provides added security, and there are plenty of spots available. Most sites have sewer hookups, which is a big plus. The campground is fairly quiet, making it a great option for an overnight stay while traveling. Would recommend!
ScoutThis was my first camping trip alone and first sleeping in my car. The site was well maintained, restrooms were clean, and it was very peaceful. Plenty of trails around to hike and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
ScoutMe and my husband loved this campground!! There were tons of lots to choose from and it felt very private. There were hot showers which is a huge bonus when you’re camping! The owners showed us around and are very friendly and nice to talk to.
GuideWe stayed here while en route to SWMO. Hubby had been in the area working 10-15 years ago and knew quite a few of his colleagues had stayed at this park while working. We knew it was not far from the highways. Park was clean and mowed, but couldn't really distinguish the unpaved roads/pull-throughs from the grass. Gravel needs to be redone. Driving through the park, the back in sites were needing some maintenance and gravel work as well. There were very few signs pointing directions upon arrival and we had come into the park through the exit. We were asked if we had used Google Maps to navigate(yes, we had and we weren't the only ones as several others entered from Newberry). The entrance is off of Hwy 71, just on the north side of the church(Park entrance& church lot are shared). One centralized dumpster beside the propane tank/fill, pool& office. Cabins available for rental. Mostly residential in the North side of the park. Fishing pond for catch& release. Used to be, from the looks, an old KOA from the color scheme and some of the signs had a faded emblem. Park is dated. Staff was friendly and helpful. Our site was B-1. Right beside the exit on Newberry Rd. Mixture of gravel& grass. Picnic table, BBQ grill, and fire pit, although we were in a burn ban. Level, did not need blocks. It was quiet enough in our camper at night, but could tell when people left for work in the morning. It served our purpose to park our camper while we explored Ft. Smith and surrounding areas during the day; however, if back in the area we will stay elsewhere(cheaper places with more amenities). We camped at Fort Smith/ Alma RV Park in a Travel Trailer.
RV campgrounds near Midland, Arkansas offer a range of lodging options within the Ozark foothills region. Most facilities remain open year-round with seasonal adjustments to services during winter months. Campgrounds in this area typically sit at elevations between 400-1,200 feet, creating varied terrain with both river valley and mountain ridge locations.
River recreation access: Turner Bend provides easy access to the Mulberry River with canoe and kayak rentals available on-site. "The location is convenient a quarter of mile off the Highway 23/The Pig Trail that motorcycle riders love. All the sites are generously space out with plenty of room for parking," notes one visitor at Turner Bend.
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer direct water access for anglers. Fort Chaffee RV Military provides shoreline fishing at their on-site pond. According to a camper, "Stayed here over a non drill weekend, and the whole place was deserted. Nice spot on the end with trees and the fishing pond."
Wine country exploration: Grape Country RV Park positions visitors near local vineyards and tasting rooms. "Settled right in between grape fields, beautiful manicured grounds with lots of picnic tables and plenty of area to walk dogs or kids. Great wines right up the road," mentions a reviewer at Grape Country RV Park.
Location convenience: Fort Smith-Alma RV Park provides strategic positioning for area exploration. "We arrived after the office closed, but they called to check on our arrival and have our registration ready for us. It's a former KOA campground with all those amenities but older," explains one visitor at Fort Smith-Alma RV Park.
Scenic views: Multiple campgrounds feature mountain vistas and water views. "The view of Black Mountain at sunset is amazing! We love the well-kept grounds and spacious back in RV sites. They also have tent camping that you can book online," shares a camper about Turner Bend.
Quiet atmosphere: Many parks offer peaceful settings away from highway noise. "Small older park but full hookups were available in January. Staff personable service, laundry facilities adequate. Antenna TV good, TMobile service good," notes a winter visitor to Fort Smith-Alma RV Park.
Reservation systems: Most parks offer different booking methods. Riverfront RV Resort provides easy online booking even for same-day arrivals. "Online reservations were simple, even on the day of arrival. Most sites are concrete pads and even the gravel sites have a concrete pad for the picnic table," explains a visitor at Riverfront RV Resort.
Site spacing variations: Parks differ significantly in site proximity. "It's a bit tight, we found ourselves sharing our front yard with our neighbor. You have to keep your blinds closed otherwise you find yourself looking right into the windows of your neighbors on both sides," cautions a camper about Fort Smith-Alma RV Park.
Seasonal conditions: Weather impacts facility operations differently across seasons. "This campground is only about a year old and everything seems to still be in good shape. The bathrooms were clean and secured by door combination though the showers only had a curtain to close," notes a Riverfront RV Resort visitor.
Recreation amenities: Some parks offer child-friendly facilities. "Our kids enjoyed the playground, outdoor gym, and pickleball - it was too cold to swim. There is only one bathhouse, but it was clean. The front office has a small store and the staff was nice," shares a family who stayed at Riverfront RV Resort.
Tent-friendly options: Not all RV parks accommodate tent campers equally. "This campground is located in a great spot near the Ozarks. The bathrooms were in decent shape and worked well. They have RV spots, but they also have tent sites down by the creek that include picnic tables," explains a visitor at Twin Creeks RV Park.
Security considerations: Some parks provide additional safety measures for families. "We met the owners the next morning. They were super nice! We arrived late, set up camp and then headed down the road to Pizza Den for some great pizza," mentions a visitor to Twin Creeks RV Park.
Quick overnight options: Several parks cater to travelers just passing through. "Contacted owner late in the evening looking for a spot after a 9-hour drive. This place had everything and the bathhouse was just like taking a shower at home! Would stop here again when passing through!!" recommends a guest at William O. Darby RV Community.
Big rig accessibility: Site dimensions and layout affect larger vehicles differently. "We only stayed the night passing through. It was somewhat tight getting a big rig in and out. And the parking spots are pretty close to each other. Everything was well kept up and maintained," notes a traveler about Fort Smith-Alma RV Park.
Utility connections: Power options vary across parks. "We have stayed here several times and will stay again. Clean, well maintained, safe, easy in and out, quiet, small park. 8 full hook up pull through sites in front," reports a repeat visitor to Grape Country RV Park.
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