Best Campgrounds near Mount Judea, AR

Mount Judea is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Mount Judea is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Mount Judea, Arkansas (189)

    1. Ozark Campground — Buffalo National River

    30 Reviews
    Marble Falls, AR
    11 miles
    +1 (870) 439-2502

    $20 / night

    "There’s lots of campground near by but across a bridge is hidden off road that will take you to Carwash Falls. It has a great scenic off road trail and backroad highway."

    "The Buffalo River is a must see Arkansas attraction."

    2. Sam's Throne Recreation Area

    16 Reviews
    Mount Judea, AR
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 446-5122

    "Nice campground sites mostly tucked up in the treeline. Hiking nearby"

    "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."

    3. Richland Creek Recreation Area

    18 Reviews
    Witts Springs, AR
    11 miles
    Website

    "Be prepared for limited or no cell service and miles of gravel roads - download or print your driving and hiking maps (including how to find the falls) ahead of time."

    "I had found information online that Arkansas campgrounds were reopened, so it was a surprise to see it closed."

    4. Kyles Landing Campground — Buffalo National River

    22 Reviews
    Compton, AR
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 439-2502

    $20 / night

    "During that time try and get a site away from the launch/takeout spots. "

    "A real bob Ross of a campground, however the drive down the Arkansas hill to this serene location is a tense frustrating and should not be attempted with a real wheel drive or low profile vehicle."

    5. Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    24 Reviews
    Ponca, AR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 861-2570

    $20 / night

    "The sign said "campground full" but thanks to another review we disregarded this and found an open site, as did the person who drove in behind us."

    "Pros: Great location on the river and close to plenty of hiking trails! Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. The bathrooms were well maintained and there is drinking water available."

    6. Dogwood Springs Campground

    10 Reviews
    Jasper, AR
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 446-2163

    "Camping at Dogwood Springs Campground in Arkansas was amazing! The owner was so full of hospitality and worked around our schedule!"

    "It is a ”resort” style campground meaning your parked very close to each other. Considering it’s one of the few, if not only full hook up site in the Jasper area we figured we would give it a shot."

    7. Erbie Campground — Buffalo National River

    14 Reviews
    Marble Falls, AR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (870) 439-2502

    "Located within a few miles of the horse camp , this site is Aimed more at group camping, there is not as much shade as I’d like to see."

    "I explored each in detail and took a day to enjoy the trails around them.   "

    8. Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    7 Reviews
    St. Joe, AR
    11 miles
    Website

    "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."

    "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."

    9. Haw Creek Falls Camping

    23 Reviews
    Pelsor, AR
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (479) 964-7200

    "campers in the area but during the day LOTS of people coming to swim ( and leaving trash 🤮 ) The water was beautiful, eating dinner by the falls has become one of my new favorite camping memories in arkansas"

    "Lovely area but you can hear the vehicles that drive by on the highway plenty of hiking nearby"

    10. Gene Rush Wildlife Management Area

    4 Reviews
    Vendor, AR
    5 miles

    "100% of Wildlife Management Areas in the state of Arkansas require a Hunting license or WMA camping permit purchased though Arkansas Game and Fish."

    "Spoke with Arkansas Game and Fishing Commission Ranger. No despersal camping but you can camp in the 2 designated campsites. Well designated, my post is on the further east site from Carver."

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Recent Reviews near Mount Judea, AR

821 Reviews of 189 Mount Judea Campgrounds


  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park

    Perfect !

    First time at Old Hwy 86 campground. It is so clean, other campers are friendly and respectful! Took the kayaks out on the lake! Perfect day!

  • MIKE J.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Clinton RV Park

    SHITHOLE

    MIKE JONES 1/5 7 minutes ago on Google NO STARS Poor maintained ,reviews are years old like there humor.Don't walk at night and go to friends ...you will be video recorded and thrown out for walking at night knocking on doors. Can't play Bob Sieger during the day ..that gets cops called faster than threatening to kill your dog if not chained up.. Yea when u don't even have foot off brake getting in spot a neighbor walked up to my lady friends who were helping me park and threatened to shoot my dog if not on chain.and still is there today....and that kept on happening to other guest as well, butt it's acceptable behavior it's the Clinton RV Par Camper of the year. rude as possible ,Slande people often , ohh and evict the ones that do pay and stand up for wts jacked up with that place so grab yourself a cold coke out of the broken coke machine and sit back and wait rent will go up even more due to high electric rates but that coke machine sitting there for I know 6 months plugged in helps fight the cost of it.Ohh Todd ..we're is part for washing machine your mom said you had and was fixing it? 5 months ago ? It's the waterpump.....1 hr fix..butt some folks are slow I get that ..And last butt not forgotten...our Man David the owner poor man has no clue what's going on with his RV Park ..it just needs more Rock in driveway..people will tell you all about it some may actually back you up ...hope it won't be to late for the CLINTON RV PARK CIRCLE OF LIES...wifi is free...if you get a signal tho..

  • Patricia
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Into the Woods RV Park

    Tiny home enclave in the making

    We have recently moved our tiny home to this lovely quiet family-owned park. They are open to more fulltime residents and are tiny home friendly. There are no resort-type features. But, there is bath house with laundry and gorgeous tree shaded lots on gravel drives with full utilities. Outside of Yellville, AR there no restrictions against tiny home living. A fourth generation country grocery store is about two miles away and includes a real butcher shop and fresh produce. A Walmart, full service hardware store and the fishing paradise of Bull Shoals Lake(with the only remaining operational ferry in Arkansas) make this a great location to retire. No highway noise but close to Branson with the Ozark mountains all around you make it the spot for us.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Misty Mornings Arkansas Cabins & RV Sites

    Misty Mornings

    Great stopover. Hosts are very accommodating. I am the only camper here tonight. Very quiet. PJ'S restaurant was wonderful.

  • Dawn G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 16, 2025

    Haw Creek Falls Camping

    Nice place!

    We only saw one other couple there the whole time we were there, it was clean, taken care of, had restrooms, tables, and firepits at several sites. It was beautiful! Secluded, need bug spray, worth the ride out but no cell service at all!

  • G
    Jul. 13, 2025

    JB Trading Co.

    Awesome Campground

    This place is great! We stayed in one of the platform huts and it was extremely clean. We stayed in the middle of July and the AC was turned off when we arrived but within a few hours the hut was completely cooled down which was awesome. Kids loved running around in the well-kept open areas and playing frisbee golf. The bathrooms were EXTREMELY clean..like spotless which isn’t always expected at a camp ground. The store is also a plus and has just about everything you might need if you forgot anything. Overall an A+ experience for relatively new campers with small children. We will definitely be back.

  • Leslie D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2025

    Denton Ferry RV Park

    Beautiful park great location

    Started there many times for fishing and kayaking. The people are great, can't great the location for fishing and paddling. Look forward to more visits

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 29, 2025

    Love's RV Hookup-Clarksville AR 822

    Convenient Layover

    We stayed for one night heading west and due to the extreme heat Cracker Barrel w/ no electricity was out of the question. We reserved & paid online without a hitch and the power was switched on when we checked in. Ample room between sites and full hook-up available. It was our 1st time at one of these and would stay again if in a similar situation. Reserve ahead though as all 4 sites were taken by 3pm on a Sunday.


Guide to Mount Judea

Camping near Mount Judea, Arkansas, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this area has something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Canoeing and Kayaking: The Buffalo River is perfect for paddling. One camper mentioned, "If you like canoeing and kayaking… it’s here," highlighting the river's appeal for water sports enthusiasts at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River.
  • Hiking: There are numerous trails to explore. A visitor shared, "We hiked along the winding trails, discovering hidden waterfalls and panoramic views," which showcases the area's natural beauty at Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River.
  • Fishing: The rivers and streams are great for fishing. One camper simply stated, "I got to fish," which sums up the experience at Ozark Campground — Buffalo National River.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the stunning scenery. A review noted, "You can get great spots with amazing views of the Ozark Mountains and/or the Buffalo River," emphasizing the picturesque surroundings at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River.
  • Clean Facilities: Many appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and campgrounds. One camper remarked, "The bathrooms and showers were clean," which is a plus at Long Pool Recreation Area.
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Campers often mention the welcoming vibe. A visitor said, "The other campers we met were friendly," which adds to the charm of Kyles Landing Campground — Buffalo National River.

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds lack modern conveniences. A camper noted, "The campground is smaller which I like but always busy," indicating that while it’s cozy, it may not have all the amenities at Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River.
  • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife. One camper warned, "Sites on the river side are frequented by raccoons at night," which is something to keep in mind at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River.
  • Road Conditions: Some access roads can be rough. A visitor advised, "The road down from Falling Water had been washed out," which is important to consider when heading to Richland Creek Recreation Area.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots with activities for kids. One family shared, "Large playground, short nature trails," which made their stay enjoyable at Shady Oaks Campground & RV Park.
  • Plan for Quiet Nights: Many campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere. A visitor mentioned, "It was very quiet and peaceful," which is ideal for families at Sam's Throne Recreation Area.
  • Pack Snacks and Games: Keep the kids entertained. One camper suggested, "Bring plenty of groceries and other needs since all stores are 45’/60’ away!" which is a smart tip for families at Long Pool Recreation Area.

Tips from RVers:

Camping near Mount Judea, Arkansas, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of activities and beautiful scenery. Just be prepared for some rustic experiences and enjoy the adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Mount Judea, AR?

According to TheDyrt.com, Mount Judea, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 189 campgrounds and RV parks near Mount Judea, AR and 19 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Mount Judea, AR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mount Judea, AR is Ozark Campground — Buffalo National River with a 4.4-star rating from 30 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Mount Judea, AR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 free dispersed camping spots near Mount Judea, AR.

What parks are near Mount Judea, AR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 30 parks near Mount Judea, AR that allow camping, notably Buffalo National River and Lake Dardanelle.