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Best Dispersed Camping near Mountain View, AR

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The Ozark National Forest surrounding Mountain View offers several dispersed camping opportunities, particularly along Charleston Road in a popular OHV trail area. Sites like Brock Creek, Tackett Mountain, and Matney Knob provide primitive camping options with varying levels of accessibility. Most locations feature dirt surfaces with rock fire rings and can accommodate small vehicles or tents. Access roads are typically gravel, though some site entrances require higher clearance vehicles due to erosion or narrow dirt tracks.

The Buffalo National River area provides additional dispersed camping at Woolum Dispersed Area, about 30 miles west of Mountain View. This location offers riverside camping with vault toilets but no other amenities. One camper noted, "Right on the river with both a rock and sand beach. Only one other camper at the other end of the campground on Memorial weekend." Most dispersed sites in the region are free, permit campfires, and allow pets, though amenities like drinking water, hookups, and trash service are not provided. Road conditions can deteriorate after rainfall, potentially limiting access to some areas.

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  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Brock Creek - Charleston Rd Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR

    Nice Dispersed Site Above Brock Creek

    Not sure if the location pin is correct, so here are the coordinates: 35.49995, -92.80930. A large, wooded dispersed site situated above Brock Creek off of Charleston Road in a popular national forest OHV and multi-use trail area. Charleston Road is a wide, well maintained gravel road. The dispersed site can accommodate 2 or 3 vehicles - campervan size and smaller. There are 2 access driveways into the site. Access for a truck camper is tight due to the location of trees on the site. Access for 2WD low clearance vehicles may be rough due to some erosion. The dispersed site is a dirt surface with some embedded rocks jutting out. Some leveling may be required depending where the rig is parked. Tent camping is possible. There is a vehicle turnaround at the rear of the site. The site is shaded, so solar charging is limited. Except for a little bit of glass and some bullet shell casings scattered about, the site was clean at the time of my visit. The site has a large rock fire ring. There is a wide track that leads off the site toward the south along and above the creek. This track does not appears on any of the current forest service maps (including MVUM) that I have, so I'm assuming that it is not a legal motorized vehicle track. The track is hikeable. The site is convenient to OHV and multi-use trails. It was a pretty site during my summertime visit, but I bet it's beautiful during the Fall season. It is set back from Charleston Road. It is a really nice spot.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Group Dispersed, Charleston Road, Ozark NF, AR

    Large Group Dispersed Camping

    Coordinates: 35.50873, -92.81549. Group dispersed site located less than a 1/4-mile south of the Zing Trailhead on Charleston Road. Charleston Road is a wide, well maintained gravel road located in a popular national forest OHV area. This dispersed site is a level with a dirt and grass surface. The site can accomodate multiple vehicles; tent camping is possible. There is a large rock fire ring at the rear of the site. The site is open with little shade, making recharging with solar panels possible. Other than accommodating a group of OHV and offroad enthusiasts, and stargazing at night, there is nothing remarkable about this campsite.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 4, 2024

    Charleston Road Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR

    Convenient to National Forest OHV Area

    Pin location may not be correct, so here are the coordinates: 35.52534, -92.83158. Located on Charleston Road in a popular national forest OHV area - 1/2 mile southeast of the Mountain Man Trailhead. Charleston Road is a well maintained gravel road. The site is at the beginning of an old unnamed, closed, dirt track - close to Charleston Road. The site has a dirt surface; not quite level, but more level toward the rear. It is a pull-in site which can accommodate one campervan and smaller. Tent camping is possible. The site is mostly shaded. There is poison ivy around the perimeter of the site. The site includes a large rock fire ring. Except for a little bit of trash in the fire ring, the site was pretty much clean. The old track is gated just past the site,; the track is hikeable, leading up to the northern-most Stoebuck Mountain (there are two "Stoebuck Mountains" in this area). Except for being convenient to OHV trails, there is nothing remarkable about this dispersed site. It is good for an overnight stay.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2024

    Austin Trailhead Dispersed, Wilderness Trail Rd, Ozark NF, AR

    Dispersed camping convenient to OHV/multi-use national forest trails

    Not sure if the pin location is correct, so here are the exact coordinates: 35.53654, -92.80322.  Small dispersed campsite just off Wilderness Trail Road. Wilderness Trail Road is a wide gravel country road located in a popular national forest OHV area. More specifically, the site is located on multi-use/OHV trail Brock Creek #42, Forest Road 2321 - just a few hundred feet south of Wilderness Trail (not in the trailhead parking lot, where camping is not allowed). Its a small, level dirt site, mostly shaded in a small clearing in the trees, close to the track - not private. It has a small rock fire ring. Tent camping is possible. It's a pull-in site which can accommodate one vehicle - truck camper and smaller. Except for being convenient to OHV trails, there is nothing remarkable about this dispersed site.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 9, 2024

    Brock Creek Lake View Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR

    Lake View Dispersed Camping

    Coordinates: 35.49123, -92.80548. Large open dispersed site set back from Charleston Road, just north of Bell Rd (Forest Road 1334). Located in a popular national forest OHV and multi-use trails area. Charleston Road is a wide, well-maintained gravel road. Access to the site from Charleston Road is on a 400 foot long narrow dirt track; pinstripping is possible. The dispersed site has a dirt surface with some embedded rocks. It's on a rise above the lake, offering a nice view. Solar recharging is possible in this open site. The site is on what appears to be a parking area along an old dirt track; this track appears as an older section of Charleston Rd on some maps. There is a dirt ramp into the lake. There is room for multiple rigs at the campsite. Some leveling may be required depending on the spot the vehicle is parked. There are two rock fire rings - one large and one small. Tent Camping is possible near the fire rings. The lake was drained at the time of my visit; otherwise, it's a really nice view.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Tackett Mountain Road Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR

    Nice site to hang-out in

    The pin location may not be accurate, so here are the coordinates: 35.44497, -92.76914. This is a small dispersed campsite with a level dirt surface, just big enough to accommodate one vehicle - truck camper and smaller. Tent and hammock camping is possible. The site is tucked into the trees, and it has a clean rock fire ring. The site is located on a dirt track - Forest Road 93021L, which is off of Tackett Mountain Road - Forest Road 1319. The site offers privacy from Tackett Mountain Rd, but it is close to Forest Road 93021L. Tackett Mountain Rd is a wide, well maintained, gravel forest road. Access to 93021L off of Tackett Mountain Road is up a slight incline with some gravel cover. Once up the incline, the track becomes dirt, goes through a clearing and heads into the woods where the dispersed site is located on the right. One can camp in the clearing; there is a small rock fire ring that is overgrown with grass and weeds, but the site in this review is nicer. The clearing was logged long ago where one may find some pieces of firewood. Some solar charging may be possible depending on the time of day and if the solar panels can be set up along the track in front of the site. There are no hiking trails here, although one can take a stroll along FR90231L which is less than a half-mile long. Even though there is not much to do around here, it's a nice place to simply hang out in. I liked it.

  • Candace R.
    Sep. 28, 2021

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    Buggy but Beautiful

    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. Late September visit means the river is low, nights are cool and days are filled with sunshine. Bring the bug spray and sunscreen.

  • J
    May. 2, 2022

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    One of the best remote campgrounds in AR

    I have visited this spot multiple times and camped right on the riverbank. Beautiful scenery year-round.  I just tried to make a trip up there at the end of April (2022) and the final stretch of access road was blocked off due to erosion according to NPS. Not sure when main road will reopen. Ended up camping out at bakers ford just a few miles away.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 24, 2025

    Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River

    Love this place

    Right on the river with both a rock and sand beach currently. Fire rings. Only one other camper that’s at the other end of the campground on memorial weekend. Vault toilets. Good Solar.

Guide to Mountain View

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Mountain View, Arkansas, where nature lovers can find serene spots away from the crowds. With stunning landscapes and a variety of outdoor activities, these areas offer a perfect escape for adventurers.

Tips for free and dispersed camping near Mountain View, Arkansas

Dispersed campers should check out Woolum Dispersed Area

  • Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River offers breathtaking riverbank views and is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature.
  • Campers can enjoy activities like hiking and fishing, with the added benefit of no permits required for camping.
  • Keep in mind that this site does not allow pets, making it a great choice for those looking for a quiet environment.

Scenic spots for nature lovers near Mountain View

  • The Brock Creek - Charleston Rd Dispersed site provides a lovely wooded area above Brock Creek, perfect for those who appreciate a more secluded experience.
  • For a more adventurous outing, the Austin Trailhead Dispersed site is conveniently located near popular OHV trails, making it a great base for off-road enthusiasts.
  • If you're looking for a spacious area to accommodate a group, the Group Dispersed, Charleston Road site is ideal, offering ample space for multiple vehicles and tent setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there free dispersed camping available in Mountain View?

Yes, free dispersed camping is available in the Mountain View area within the Ozark National Forest. Woolum Dispersed Area — Buffalo National River offers free camping with scenic riverbank sites, grassy meadows, and basic amenities like vault toilets. Tackett Mountain Road Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR provides a small, secluded free site with a level dirt surface suitable for truck campers, tents, and hammocks. These no-fee camping areas operate on a first-come, first-served basis, and typically have a 14-day stay limit. While free, campers should practice Leave No Trace principles and be prepared for primitive conditions with no services like water or trash collection.

Where can I find dispersed camping near Mountain View?

The Ozark National Forest offers numerous dispersed camping options near Mountain View. Charleston Road Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR is located along a well-maintained gravel road about half a mile southeast of the Mountain Man Trailhead. For those seeking a scenic spot, Brock Creek Lake View Dispersed, Ozark NF, AR offers a large open site set back from Charleston Road with access to Brock Creek Lake. Most sites are accessible via well-maintained gravel roads but may require a high-clearance vehicle in wet conditions. Look for established fire rings and cleared areas, which indicate permitted dispersed camping locations.

What are the regulations for dispersed camping in Mountain View?

Dispersed camping in the Mountain View area follows standard Ozark National Forest regulations. At sites like Group Dispersed, Charleston Road, Ozark NF, AR and Austin Trailhead Dispersed, Wilderness Trail Rd, Ozark NF, AR, campers must stay within established sites indicated by cleared areas and existing fire rings. Camping is typically limited to 14 consecutive days within a 30-day period. Campfires are permitted in existing fire rings when there are no fire restrictions in place. Vehicles must remain on designated roads and within 150 feet of those roads. Pack out all trash, bury human waste at least 6 inches deep and 200 feet from water sources, and maintain at least 100 feet distance from streams and lakes when camping.

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