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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Mountain Pine, AR

1,160 Reviews

Stephens Park Campground's nine full hookup sites welcome pets in Mountain Pine, Arkansas, with campsites situated along the clear waters of Lake Ouachita. Sites feature picnic tables, fire pits, and spacious level gravel pads ideal for camping with dogs. Lake Ouachita State Park Campground offers additional pet-friendly accommodations including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and yurts with pets permitted throughout the park when leashed. The entire area maintains clean facilities with modern bathhouses, particularly noted for their exceptional cleanliness during the off-season. Most pet-friendly sites have direct lake access, allowing dogs to swim in the crystal-clear water that remains cool even in summer months. The park bathrooms are well-stocked with supplies and regularly maintained, though some tent sites require a longer walk to reach facilities.

Lake trails provide excellent opportunities for dog walking with several pet-friendly hiking paths throughout the region. Dogs must remain leashed on all trails and in common areas, with most campgrounds enforcing standard leash policies. The nearby Hot Springs National Park KOA accommodates pets with dedicated pet-friendly cabins and glamping options. Brady Mountain and Crystal Springs campgrounds on Lake Ouachita provide additional options for RV campers with dogs. Airport Road Animal Hospital in Hot Springs offers veterinary services for campers needing medication refills or emergency care for pets. Some campsites feature waterfront locations with easy shore access for dogs to swim, though the highway proximity at Stephens Park creates some road noise and less privacy. The walk-up tent sites at Lake Ouachita offer the most secluded experience for campers with dogs, positioned on a quiet peninsula away from vehicle traffic.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Mountain Pine, Arkansas (167)

    1. Gulpha Gorge Campground — Hot Springs National Park

    75 Reviews
    Hot Springs National Park, AR
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 620-6715

    $34 / night

    "Park is on the smaller side so the spots arent super big, ours was very close to the neighbors. Hookups are really well done with electricity, water, and sewage. Bathrooms were very clean."

    "There are many positives to this campground well beyond the proximity itself. With electricity at all sites and a flat rate it seems to have a lot of positives to check off."

    2. Lake Ouachita State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Mountain Pine, AR
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 287-2757

    "We had a lovely time tent camping at Lake Ouachita. It was a last minute Memorial Day weekend plan, so there wasn't much research before hand."

    "This state park sits on one of the prettiest and clearest lakes in the state of Arkansas. The area that I will be focusing on is the primitive tent sites."

    3. Lake Catherine State Park Campground

    83 Reviews
    Jones Mill, AR
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 844-4176

    $15 - $25 / night

    "They are divided by class, one is for bigger rigs and is right on the water near the dump station. All the slots are near the lake. There are wonderful trails and waterfalls to find."

    "I am quite fond of the state parks in Arkansas and this was a clean, quiet, beautiful and safe location near Hot Springs. I was very happy that I could also bring my dog."

    4. COE Lake Ouachita Crystal Springs Campground

    45 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 991-3390

    $14 - $80 / night

    "The lake is great. I was too busy having fun and didn't take enough pictures. There are breathtaking views of the Ouchita Mountains. There is springs coming out of the ground on hikes."

    "Arkansas has variable weather in January. Cold clear day today but higher temps predicted for later in the week. Many sites available. Beautiful views."

    5. Hot Springs National Park KOA

    22 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 624-5912

    "Close to the national park, friendly employees and guests, several mini trails and a dog park."

    "Good spot, close to bath rooms/shower house/cafe. Pretty level - just 1 leveling block was all we needed for our pop-up."

    6. Catherine's Landing

    25 Reviews
    Hot Springs, AR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 262-2550

    "The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. "

    "Lots of amenities like disc golf, hiking trails, pool, zip line course, lake access and two dog parks that were the cleanest I’ve seen at an rv park."

    7. Treasure Isle R.V. Park

    16 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-6852

    $45 - $95 / night

    "Nice dog park. Management friendly. On lake, so some boat noise. The cons were poor local TV satellite service and no WiFi for monthly stays. Would stay here again."

    "All sites are pull through and some are located on Lake Hamilton."

    8. Brady Mountain

    12 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 760-1146

    $16 - $50 / night

    "Although the first campsites certainly looked quite close to each other, as you get further back into the campground the sites seemed to have more room."

    "I was in #66 so it was a little busy with traffic (right on the main entrance and exit)."

    9. Stephens Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Mountain Pine, AR
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-2101

    $30 - $50 / night

    "Be sure you follow the email confirmation directions or put in Stephens Park Recreation Area, Blakely Dam Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 as there is also Lake Ouachita State Park in the area."

    "This is a decent small campground of eight sites, right next to the lake, and there are bathroom facilities that are fairly clean and showers."

    10. Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita

    10 Reviews
    Royal, AR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (501) 767-2101

    $50 / night

    "BUT the views of the lake from almost all of the 74 sites are amazing!!! There are more 1st come 1st serve sites than reservable. It seems the reservable sites go really fast in peak season."

    "Proximity to Hot Springs is great, Lake Ouachita is beautiful. About 3 miles west is a fantastic smokehouse (Burl's) with excellent eats. We will return someday for sure."

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  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Catherine's Landing

    Very Nice, Lots of Amenities

    Catherine’s Landing is a great RV park with lots of amenities and things happening. This park is an RVC Outdoor Destination property which is known for their “resort” amenities. The park is set on 400 acres with one mile bordering Lake Catherine and about eight or nine miles from downtown Hot Springs. 

    All roads, sites and patios are paved and this is definitely a big rig-friendly park. Every site has water, 50/30 amp, sewer, cable, and wifi. Fire pits and picnic tables accompany all sites. There are a variety of sites ranging from waterfront back-in, pull-thrus, or interior back-in. Waterfront sites have a nice view of the lake from the back of the site and access for fishing. The park also has yurts and cottages (some of which are pet-friendly). Adjacent to the yurts is a nice, large covered picnic area with grills, a dish washing station. 

    Lots and lots of amenities here. Hiking trails, swimming pool, fitness center, lounge, playground, dog park, zip-line, boat rental, boat launch, store, and disc golf. Some amenities (boat rentals and zip-line) are an extra charge. 

    Hot Springs is a nice little town nestled in the Ouachita Mountains with interesting history and natural beauty. We found plenty to do from hiking the National Park to learning about the bathhouse history to discovering the gangster influence. We spent four nights and could have stayed longer with all that the town offers. Most people come here to bathe in the soothing warm mineral waters but there is also a horse racetrack, science museum, off road track, water/theme park, alligator farm, and a few museums. Hot Springs National Park has miles and miles of great hiking trails and a great place to spend an afternoon. The town of Hot Springs is very dog-friendly and we found many places that would allow them in and on the patio for lunch.

    Pros:

    • Very nice, clean, well-manicured
    • Lots of amenities
    •  Paved level sites with paved patios 
    • The dog park was a decent size for running and mingling with other dogs
    • The hiking trail(about 3 miles) was a big plus and got used a lot. 

    Cons:

    • Price. We booked late and didn’t have too many sites to choose from we had to pay for a waterfront site
  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2022

    Stephens Park Campground

    Great Little COE Campground

    Be sure you follow the email confirmation directions or put in Stephens Park Recreation Area, Blakely Dam Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 as there is also Lake Ouachita State Park in the area. We arrived at this wonderful little COE with 9 sites and headed into back-in site 3 with FHUs. After we settled, we self-registered per instructions on the information board at the entrance. Soon after, a park ranger came through and verified our information and replaced the yellow self registration tag with a green one. Site 3 is probably the most scenic site in the campground(CG). Site 1 is a good site and will take over a 40’ rig, but you would need to park your tow vehicle or toad in the parking slots next to the site. As other reviewers stated there is parking between sites 1 and 3 so site 3 gets foot traffic along and behind the campsite due to the easy access to the water and fantastic view. We got a handful of OTA channels and 2 bars on Verizon, which was manageable for internet and phone calls. The water pressure was about 30-35 psi, the lowest we’ve had in a COE. The water spigot was in the back of the site away from the sewer and electric so we needed about 30’ of water hose. The sites were basically level. There’s a restroom/shower facility that sits up the hill from the CG. Hot Springs offers lots of things to do and all of the big box stores if you need them. Airport Road Animal Hospital is a great option if you need to refill any medications for your pets or need a veterinarian.

  • Jennifer H.
    Feb. 19, 2025

    Catherine's Landing

    Great campground on Lake Catherine and close to Hot Springs

    Top notch RV campground that is well maintained and has a friendly professional staff. Lots of amenities like disc golf, hiking trails, pool, zip line course, lake access and two dog parks that were the cleanest I’ve seen at an rv park. We had site 204 which is a back in site with FHU on driver’s side. We loved this site because it was on the back side of the campground, near the dog park and lots of open space behind us to play with our dog. All of the sites are very spacious, concrete pads, well maintained hook ups, and most are full sun. This was our second visit and we will definitely be back.

  • Erich H.
    Oct. 6, 2023

    Hot Springs Arkansas Finish Line RV Park Walk to Oaklawn and Bathhouse Row

    Brand new RV campground in HotSprings

    Everything is awesome. Sites are in pristine condition. Managers are so friendly and helpful. Located in Hot Spring proper. Easy access to everything. The Dog Park, laundry facilities, and restrooms/showers are of course new and clean. Casino and Racetrack are right around the corner. Easy access to everything in HotSprings.

  • C
    Sep. 23, 2020

    Hot Springs National Park KOA

    Enjoyable maiden voyage

    I have little to go off of, but this is a very clean, safe feeling place. Close to the national park, friendly employees and guests, several mini trails and a dog park.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2023

    Little Rock North KOA

    Only 1 Tent Site on the property !

    It was great. I have the only tent site they offer. It’s away from the RV area. The couple that runs the KOA are super friendly. There is a pool but not open for some reason. Small dog park. Camp store. Clean. And an ice cream shop! The only drawback is it’s close to the freeway and you can hear a LOT of traffic.

  • Lynn G.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 8, 2023

    J and J RV Park

    Very Nice, Quiet Place

    This park was very peaceful and quiet. You can hear the bullfrogs at night. JJ - the owner was the ice on the cake. Just such a nice fellow. There are several full timers there. It is right on a little creek, and there are turkeys somewhere nearby. The RV Park is very very close to Hot Springs National Park, and there is an amusement park right across the highway. The Wi-Fi is nonexistent. There is no dog park, but plenty of space to walk your fur children. We enjoyed the full hook ups. Nice big pull thru sites. There is a laundry room and bathrooms on the premises. I had an enjoyable experience, and would gladly stay there again if I am ever nearby.

  • Stella L.
    Sep. 20, 2021

    Treasure Isle R.V. Park

    Nice park

    Nice, quiet park. Laundry facilities nice and clean. Clean showers. Nice dog park. Management friendly. On lake, so some boat noise. The cons were poor local TV satellite

    service and no WiFi for monthly stays. Would stay here again.

  • Adrian C.
    Apr. 6, 2024

    Royal Berry Farm

    Quiet, clean, solitary

    This was a great spot. The host responded quickly via email and we never saw another soul. The property is massive and you can let your pets off the leash. This was the first time we let our cats roam untethered and they loved it. Water and electricity provided, clear sky for starlink, and a fire pit. There were tons of flies though. No mosquitos that we could tell so thats a plus. Great quiet spot

Guide to Mountain Pine

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Mountain Pine, Arkansas, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

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Tips for camping with dogs near Mountain Pine

Dog owners appreciate the nearby activities and natural beauty

  • Enjoy fishing and swimming at Denby Point, where your dog can join you for a splash in the water.
  • Explore the scenic hiking trails around Hickory Nut Mountain, offering a peaceful retreat for you and your pet.
  • Experience the stunning views and outdoor fun at Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita, where you can relax by the water with your furry companion.

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