Top Tent Camping near Mountain Home, AR

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Best Tent Sites Near Mountain Home, AR (22)

    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground - Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground - Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground - Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground - Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground - Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Rush Campground - Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

    2. Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

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    Spring Creek Campground is a first come, first serve campground near Harriet, AR. Spring Creek has 12 tent only sites with no electrical amenities, no flush restrooms, and no water.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Dillards Ferry
    Camper-submitted photo from Dillards Ferry
    Camper-submitted photo from Dillards Ferry

    3. Dillards Ferry

    1 Review
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      4. COE Norfork Lake Tecumseh Park

      1 Review
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      • Dispersed
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      Camper-submitted photo from Shine Eye Gravel Bar
      Camper-submitted photo from Shine Eye Gravel Bar
      Camper-submitted photo from Shine Eye Gravel Bar
      Camper-submitted photo from Shine Eye Gravel Bar
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        6. Syllamo

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        The Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail is a series of interconnecting loops offering the mountain bike enthusiast 50 miles of trail, much of it single-track. The trail name dates back to an 1800s resident of the area. Eventually the name was anglicized to its current form - Sylamore (SIL-a-more). You'll notice all the tributes to Syllamo in the area - Sylamore Ranger District, Sylamore Creek, North Sylamore Hiking Trail. The various loops can be accessed from four different trailheads as well as Blanchard Springs Recreation Area and Campground. Three trailheads are on Green Mountain Road; the fourth is on AR Highway 5 North. Several parts of the trails have a variety of difficulty - stretches that are pleasant for a beginner, then stretches where a beginner would be wise to walk a bike. Trails are marked with various color blazes on brown fiberglass posts. Remember to wear your safety gear and enjoy the ride. Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail Map The Blanchard Campground may be accessed from the Syllamo Bike Trail at the Jack's Branch Loop. You can camp at Blanchard and ride up to the trails on a spur between the campground and the main trail.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Rippee Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Rippee Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Rippee Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Rippee Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Rippee Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Rippee Conservation Area

        7. Rippee Conservation Area

        3 Reviews
        8 Photos
        21 Saves
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        Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area
        Camper-submitted photo from Drury-Mincy Conservation Area

        8. Drury-Mincy Conservation Area

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        Camping is allowed only as designated in the "Things To Do When You Visit" section for this department area. If camping is not listed as an activity in this section, camping is prohibited on the area. Designated camping areas may or may not have defined campsites. Seasonal closures and restrictions may apply to all camping on department areas. On department areas where camping is allowed, camping is limited to a period of 14 consecutive days in any 30-day period. Personal property must be removed at the end of the 14-day period. Unless a special use permit is obtained, total camping days on all department areas are limited to a total of 30 days within one calendar year. Groups of more than 10 people must obtain a special use permit prior to camping. To obtain a special use permit, contact the area manager at the phone number listed for this area in the area details section. Quiet hours are in effect in camping areas from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. Visitors who are not occupying a campsite are required to leave the campground by 10 p.m. On camping areas with established campsites, only two camping or sleeping units are permitted in each site.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Aufderklamm Farm
        Camper-submitted photo from Aufderklamm Farm
        Camper-submitted photo from Aufderklamm Farm
        Camper-submitted photo from Aufderklamm Farm

        9. Aufderklamm Farm

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        $25 - $45 / night

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          10. Gilbert Gravel Bar

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        Recent Tent Reviews In Mountain Home

        398 Reviews of 22 Mountain Home Campgrounds


        • Jonathan P.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
          Oct. 21, 2024

          Sylamore Creek Camp

          The ABSOLUTE WORST STAFF ON THE PLANET

          While it was pretty last year (the reason it was my first pick this year) the owner uses Marissa, Jamie and Serena as his own personal shield to avoid taking responsibility for his business, and all of them are rude as all get out. Marissa promised multiple times that the owner would call me, and kept changing when exactly that would be. Two days later, I have NEVER heard from him, despite him being fully aware he needed to contact me. I ended up having the credit card company cancel the charge.

          And omg, the shower house. Bring a space heater. It's an open air shed with exposed pvc and no drain. I can't imagine how it operates in the winter.

          If you come in October, expect loud screaming, gun shots and chainsaws for THREE HOURS at night from one of their events your probably won't be told about til you arrive. Greg deserves to have this place fail.

        • Amanda W.
          Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
          Oct. 15, 2024

          Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

          So stressful and loud - really don't recommend camping here

          This campground had the potential to be amazing- it's beautiful, is right next to the river with amazing views of the stars, and has several hikes close by. But the camp hosts and rangers don't enforce any sort of quiet time or people capacity rules. So unfortunately my partner and I had a group of probably 20 people camping next to us. They brought in a DJ car(open the trunk and it had huge speakers and running lights) to bump techno music during the day, and at night they set up a movie projector and large screen and watched horror movies late into the night. It's not serene when there are 8 tents, a crowd of people, and horror movie screaming right beside you all day and night. I even went and talked to the camp hosts but nothing was done. So, I don't recommend this place. Usually I camp to unwind and chill, but I left the weekend more frazzled and exhausted than I came.

        • Wanda S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
          Oct. 7, 2024

          Blue Heron Campground

          Beautiful campground!

          You will love this campground.  It's a beautiful rv resort next to the water.  Step out of your rv and you will see some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the United States.  Michael is the director of the campground and he is so very helpful and congenial.  We travel to many states but this campground is our very favorite and if you like or love to fish, this is your place!  Go see for yourselves and we will probably see you there!!

          Wanda and Pete Shurow

        • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dam - Quarry
          Sep. 30, 2024

          Dam - Quarry

          River view

          Decent campground with excellent trout fishing! The campground layout was kinda weird and the dump station was in an odd spot. However, we had a nice river front site that we really enjoyed. Lots of nice people in the campground and on the river. Be sure to visit the hatchery across the street. . Limited AT&T service. Individual Private suite style bathrooms. Playground. No store, no firewood for sale. Level sites. Several sites have covers over the picnic tables. .

        • Shiner T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Harrison Village Campground and RV Park
          Sep. 20, 2024

          Harrison Village Campground and RV Park

          convenient and clean

          An update since all other reviews are a couple of years old.    Nothing has changed.  Except I imagine the price!   Accurately depicted above.   A bit of road noise, which comes with the convenience.   Clean.  Friendly.   A bit packed in there as far as the sites go.   Site 42 is empty and looks like a winner to me.   Town has plenty to offer for stocking up on a trip.   We would stay again if passing through.

        • Channel O.
          Camper-submitted photo from Richland Creek Recreation Area
          Sep. 20, 2024

          Richland Creek Recreation Area

          Amazing Experience

          This was our first time coming to Arkansas and boy was this an amazing spot to camp for the first time. This is a very secluded site and while we were there, only a handful of people were there too. The few hour hike to the two waterfalls was spectacular. It’s definitely not an easy hike but worth it to see what we got to see. So incredibly quiet as well. It’s pretty far out in the middle of nowhere so be prepared. Roads getting there were a little rough so more ideal for trucks or suvs but I saw little cars make it down there just fine just be careful. It’s all gravel and dirt for quite a while. There are bathrooms on site but they are porthole.

          Overall a beautiful little place and we plan on going back very soon!

        • Buddy or Lori M.
          Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
          Aug. 21, 2024

          Blue Heron Campground

          Blue Heron

          This is our 5-6 year to stay here. Over the years, we have seen so many b improvements to this area.. it’s always a great time. Michael, the host, is just an all around great guy. We are looking forward to our next stay

        • Wayne J.
          Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River
          Jun. 21, 2024

          Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

          LOTS to do!

          This is our go to get away! If you like canoeing and kayaking… it’s here. Like hiking… plenty of trails. Want to just site by one of the cleanest rivers around and enjoy the Ozarks… this is it. We’ve tent camped and trailered here for more than 15 years.

          The camp grounds are well maintained by the NPS. The showers and restrooms are a bit, um, rustic. Sites can be hit and miss depending on the time of the year. Be sure and view the campsite online and consider the direction of the site. Some get full sun in the morning but most are shaded in the evening due to the mountain. Also, sites on the river side are frequented by raccoons at night and mosquitos depending on the weather.

          I would still pick Buffalo Point as a definite place to stay.

        • Jodie C.
          Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
          May. 31, 2024

          Blue Heron Campground

          Excellent!

          We stay at Blue Heron 3-4 times a year and love it! Excellent concrete pads with easy back-in markings for RVs. Great cement patio so there is no mud in case of rain. Each site has its own fire pit and 2 chairs. All the sites are great, but the river sites provide a nice cool breeze off the water!

        • c
          Camper-submitted photo from Into the Woods RV Park
          May. 28, 2024

          Into the Woods RV Park

          Amazing little campground

          We stay here every year during May! Will be back. Clean, family owned campground that is very loved and cared for.

          The bathhouse is clean and new. Homey little campsite.

        • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
          May. 7, 2024

          Sylamore Creek Camp

          Beautiful Creek

          Loved being able to camp so close to the creek! The campsites weren’t anything special, but it is perfect for a weekend getaway. The lower campground does not have a bathroom, have to walk to the hill. The bathrooms were clean, but the shower house is basically like taking an outdoor shower. They do sell wood, ice and have a small selection of items inside the office. The location is great and the river is gorgeous making this a place would would definitely return to.

        • j
          Camper-submitted photo from Sylamore Creek Camp
          May. 5, 2024

          Sylamore Creek Camp

          Disappointed

          We have stayed here 2 times, once in a RV a couple years ago and had a nice experience. The second just this week. Since we stayed here last the prices have increased per night and it has come under new ownership. We stayed in the “wren” cabin. Which is over looking campsites below and sylamore creek. Not horrible, but honestly if I’m paying for water views I want to see the water not campers. Overall fairly clean, other than the debris pictured in the shower. No problem, sometimes mistakes happen. Could have even fell from the ceiling when the door closed or something after it was cleaned. My biggest issue, we were here for 3 nights. Typically I like to shower a couple times a day as does my wife when it is hot out. We had a total of 2 bath towels and 2 wash cloths upon arrival. Rather than new ones being brought daily, you are required to take the used ones to the camp store and exchange them yourself. I’m on vacation, I don’t personally feel it should be my responsibility to secure my own towels on MY time. I mean, I’m here for 3 days, give me 6 towels and wash cloths and count them when I leave if your that worried about towel theft. I’ve travelled half way around the world and never had this issue before. But if I’m paying $140 a night for a room worth about $90 (at best) I’d at least like enough towels to get me through my stay or maybe send someone by with new ones. One more thing, note the front door pic needs painted at a minimum, I mean, it’s not just one thing, it’s attention to detail and upkeep. The bathroom door also rubbed the floor and the floor was uneven overall. I get around pretty good, but I can see this being a trip hazard for someone elderly. Point being, I did not get a good value for the stay I purchased. I did confront the towel issue and the response was “we’ve always done it that way”. Doesn’t sound like it will change soon, which means I won’t be back and wouldn’t encourage anyone else to stay here either. On a positive, it’s not a bad location. I will also mention the bed, it wasn’t bad, but could have lived without the sandpaper sheets.

        • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Tyler Bend Campground — Buffalo National River
          Apr. 11, 2024

          Tyler Bend Campground — Buffalo National River

          Fine but not amazing

          Pretty basic campground, kind of just a bunch of spots in a field. About half are first come first serve, was there during the week and it was pretty empty. Not great for big rigs, a lot of the sites are too small.

          The river is gorgeous, I was sad it was too cold to swim! Only one bathhouse in the car camping area so it’s gets pretty busy. Excellent cell service.

          We had a nice time but weren’t particularly wowed, our only issues were lack of hookups, bad weather, and some people who decided to crowd us and run a loud generator despite the campground being mostly empty.

        • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dam - Quarry
          Mar. 26, 2024

          Dam - Quarry

          Clean campground, nice location

          Average space between sites. Level paved sites with gravel picnic area including picnic table, fire ring, lantern hanger. Some sites had covered picnic area. Limited shade, most sites don’t have trees. Good access to sites. Clean and private bathrooms. Each room had its own lockable bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. Garbage cans were outside of bathrooms, as well as dumpsters near the registration building. Friendly staff upon check in. Campground was patrolled regularly. No laundry or recycling. Nearby road with little road noise. Verizon cell signal was excellent. There is a dump station and potable fill station. No store or food for purchase on site. No hiking in campground, but multiple trails nearby. Boat ramp at campground and lots of wading fly fishing in river. Fish hatchery across from campground.

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Loop Dispersed
          Mar. 15, 2024

          Sycamore Loop Dispersed

          Ok place

          Ok place to camp, pretty secluded, old campground but most spots no longer seemed camp friendly, as new tree growth has taken over. Seems to be a guy living in a rv at the end of the road which is really close to the one camping friendly spot, kinda kills the dispersed camping vibe.

        • Martee L.
          Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
          Feb. 19, 2024

          Blue Heron Campground

          Great place to visit

          We celebrated a birthday with family and friends at Blue Heron - we traveled from Texas. What a GREAT place. Beautiful views - so many amenities - they have everything you need to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Can’t wait to return and stay in one of the riverfront cabins. SO nice. Cheryl and Michael were so helpful and made sure our trip was one for the books.

        • ngilly587 The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Down Home Campgrounds
          Nov. 27, 2023

          Down Home Campgrounds

          Great secluded location.

          We had a great stay here it was very secluded and very easy to find. Location had a nice setup for the bath house and a great setup for the camp sites. All the spots had hookups for electric but our spot the outlet was melted but we were able to use the one next to ours. We enjoyed our stay but we ended up having to leave a day early but this would have been a great spot, I would definitely recommend staying here if you camping or staying in a camper or RV.

        • E
          Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
          Nov. 20, 2023

          Blue Heron Campground

          Great Place to Stay

          We stayed in a riverfront site.  It was perfect access to bank fishing and the boat ramp.  The entire property including our site was very clean, well kept and attractive.  

          Michael was great to work with and very attentive to any need we had.

          I would gladly recommend this property to anyone wanting to camp by a great trout stream in a beautiful setting.



        Guide to Mountain Home

        Camping near Mountain Home, Arkansas, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful scenery and plenty of activities, there’s something for everyone.

        What to do

        • Hiking and Trails: Many campgrounds offer great hiking options. For instance, at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River, one camper said, “There are plenty of trails. Want to just sit by one of the cleanest rivers around and enjoy the Ozarks… this is it.”
        • Water Activities: If you love being on the water, Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River is a great choice. A visitor shared, “Clear running water (river) great views.”
        • Wildlife Watching: Campers at Mill Creek (Missouri) have enjoyed spotting wildlife. One reviewer noted, “Wildlife is everywhere. Eagles, hawks, fishing and more.”

        What campers like

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Table Rock State Park Campground mentioned, “Clean restroom facilities and super friendly staff.”
        • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds provide roomy spots. One camper at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River said, “The campgrounds are well maintained by the NPS.”
        • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A visitor at Bull Shoals-White River State Park shared, “The park rangers are extremely friendly and helpful.”

        What you should know

        • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, at Ozark Campground — Buffalo National River, one camper noted, “No electric hookups, no showers, and no water hookups.”
        • Road Conditions: Some campgrounds may have rough access roads. A reviewer at Richland Creek Recreation Area mentioned, “The road down from Falling Water had been washed out and repaired but was almost washed out again.”
        • Crowded During Peak Season: Campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River said, “Campground was busy! But bathrooms stayed clean.”

        Tips for camping with families

        • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. At Table Rock State Park Campground, a reviewer said, “The playground available for the kids right next to the shower house.”
        • Plan for Bugs: Some areas can be buggy, especially near water. A camper at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River noted, “Sites on the river side are frequented by raccoons at night and mosquitos depending on the weather.”
        • Bring Outdoor Games: Campgrounds often have open spaces for games. One camper at Mill Creek (Missouri) suggested, “Every site at this park is lakefront.”

        Tips from RVers

        • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Bull Shoals-White River State Park mentioned, “The RV sites have paved drives & offer views of the river.”
        • Wi-Fi Availability: Some campgrounds have decent Wi-Fi. A visitor at John F Kennedy said, “Good patient Hey Wi-Fi service.”
        • Be Prepared for Road Noise: If you’re sensitive to noise, consider this before booking. A camper at Kyles Landing Campground — Buffalo National River mentioned, “The road has improved and was more than passable even after heavy rains.”

        Camping around Mountain Home, Arkansas, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot.

        Frequently Asked Questions

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

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Mountain Home, AR is Rush Campground - Buffalo National River with a 4.8-star rating from 4 reviews.

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