Best Tent Camping near Mountain View, AR

Searching for the perfect place to pitch your tent near Mountain View? The Dyrt helps you find campsites near Mountain View with tent camping. From remote to easy-to-reach, these Mountain View campsites are perfect for tent campers.

Best Tent Sites Near Mountain View, Arkansas (15)

    1. Syllamo

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    Fifty-Six, Arkansas

    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 at Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway near Mountain View, AR

    2. Hillbilly Hippie Hideaway

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    Fairfield Bay, Arkansas

    Eco Adventure Wonderland! From hiking to hang gliding. Canoe or kayak the beautiful Middle Fork of the Red River. Or paddle out on the Forty Thousand Acre gorgeous Island dotted Greers Ferry Lake to Sugarloaf Mountain Island where you can hike one of the first Scenic trails in the country!

    Or just stay right here at the Hideaway and explore miles of trails with creeks and waterfalls and even an Indian cave!

    All new Tree Fort for the kiddos even!

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    $15 / night

    Matt S.'s photo of tent camping at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR

    3. Rush Campground — Buffalo National River

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    Cozahome, Arkansas

    Rush Campground is a first come, first serve campground in the lower district of the park. Rush has 12 tent only sites with no electrical amenities and no flush restrooms. Drinking water is available when fees are collected March 15 - November 14. It is free to camp at Rush in the winter. All sites are limited to 6 people per site and each site is $16 per night. This is a pack in/pack out facility, trash collection is not available.

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    4. Mill Creek

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    Higden, Arkansas

    This recreation area is part of Greers Ferry Lake

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    Lisa B.'s photo of tent camping at Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR

    5. Spring Creek Campground — Buffalo National River

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    Harriet, Arkansas

    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 at Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Camper-submitted photo at Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR

    6. Dillards Ferry — Buffalo National River

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    Cozahome, Arkansas
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    Lindsey P.'s photo of tent camping at Shine Eye Gravel Bar — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
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    Camper-submitted photo at Shine Eye Gravel Bar — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
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    Camper-submitted photo at Shine Eye Gravel Bar — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
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    8. Gilbert Gravel Bar — Buffalo National River

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    Buffalo National River, Arkansas
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    9. COE Norfork Lake Tecumseh Park

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    Elizabeth, Arkansas
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    10. Van Buren Park

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    Fairfield Bay, Arkansas

    This recreation area is part of Greers Ferry Lake

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Recent Tent Reviews near Mountain View, AR

443 Reviews of 15 Mountain View Campgrounds


  • Richard
    Kelci C.'s photo of tent camping at Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Apr. 12, 2021

    Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park

    Nice little park

    This park is pretty much spotless. I tent camped in the fall and loved it. All the tent sites have a gravel pad, picnic table and fire ring. Lots of trees to set up your hammock. They have a swim beach and small boat rentals in the summer. There’s a nice paved walking trail too. I highly recommend.

  • Devin M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Kelci C.'s photo of tent camping at Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 25, 2021

    Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park

    Nice area but tent sites are not good

    Lake is nice. Didn’t catch many fish though. Swim area is very well kept. Adorable pedal boats. Tent camping sites are right at the entrance on the road. You have to park in the parking lot and carry all your stuff to the camp ground. Definitely don’t recommend using a tent site at all. The entire park is very well kept and very clean. Park staff were very nice and helpful. Mountain biking trail is in good condition. North loop was even good for my 8 year old while I did trail running. Cute little state park.

  • Arkansas F.
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Syllamo

    Great Mountain Biking Trails!

    This is a series of trails with multiple trail heads. Each trail head has a course gravel parking area and a very nice pit toilet. Bring lots of drinking water. Good for both Mountain Biking and hiking, but hikers need to make way for bikers  

    The only real camping would be backcountry camping unless you just want to sleep in your vehicle at the trail head. If your coming from Mountain View you actually pass a nice Campground in Allison; Syllamore Creek Campground

  • Julia B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Donny S.'s photo of tent camping at Bull Shoals-White River State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Aug. 6, 2021

    Bull Shoals-White River State Park

    Angler’s Paradise

    Park is clean and well run. Along the beautiful White River, trout heaven. 3 “cabins” available, these are park model RVs in permanent spots along the River. Tent sites with no hookups available, but not at rivers edge. You can put a tent on an RV spot. Programs available from park rangers. Store in campgrounds has most of what you may have forgotten. Tent sites have trees for setting a hammock, some better than others.

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    Paul H.'s photo of tent camping at Gunner Pool Recreation Area near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Gunner Pool Recreation Area

    Back Wood Glory

    FCFS 

    No reservations 

    Open all year 

    27 sites(no electric) 

    Drinking water pit toilets fire pits/grills picnic tables lantern poles 

    Directions: From Mountain View take highway 14 west for 14.2 miles, right on Forest Service Road 1102(this is a gravel road) at times this road is washboard and always steep, and sharp curved. 

    Gunner Springs is excellent for tent, car, van, or small RV’s. Campground is densely forested so solar will have difficulties. Gunner Pool is located in the Sylamore Wildlife Management Area. During hunting season hunting is allowed anywhere except in developed areas. Black bear, deer, wild turkey, squirrel and other game while in season. Hunting season varies by weapon and animal. 

    Sylamore Hiking Trail is accessed by a trailhead located in the Gunner Pool Campground. Blanchard Springs Cavern (due to COVID the cave is closed) is located a short distance away. The nearest town of any size is Mountain View. Stock up on all supplies unless you just want to take in the local sights. 

    Gunner Pool is an oasis in this world we live in. The lushness of a hidden holler and dense forest and beautiful blue green waters of Gunner Pool. Fishing, hiking or hunting, your choice

     There is a one lane bridge that crosses the creek. Warning, if you want to take that way out of the campground it will take several miles before you hit pavement. If you traverse the creek you will discover an old dam that was built by the CCC. Gunner Pool was named Camp Hedges from 1933 to 1942 and it was a base camp for some 2,222 CCC workers. Construction methods were old school and that is why you will still see so many of the building, dams, etc. still standing across the United States. 

    LNT 

    Better than when you found it 

    Stay safe Happy travels

  • Arkansas F.
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Buffalo Point C Loop

    Great for canoeing and hiking

    This a a great park with direct access to the Buffalo River and hiking trails including one with a cave to explore. This loop is perfect for walk-in tent camping. 

    The Rangers are very helpful and a great resource for new visitors.

  • Arkansas F.
    Francis W.'s photo of tent camping at Jacksonport State Park Campground near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Jacksonport State Park Campground

    Arkansas Gem

    Jacksonport has grown since we tent camped here years ago. Great new Visitors Center, still love the museum (it is closed right now because of COVID), the beach is pretty, but we miss the old Paddlewheel. Nice level sites and shaded.

  • Travis G.
    Jul. 13, 2020

    Cedar Ridge RV Park - Temporarily Closed

    Great campsite

    Have stayed here twice so far and love it. Price is cheap and they work off the trust system. They have electric and water camper hookups and tent camping. They also have a little bath house there too. Not 5 star lodging but the view over white river is breathtaking.

  • Arkansas F.
    Randall's photo of tent camping at Sylamore Creek Camp near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Sylamore Creek Camp

    Quiet little campground

    For a small campground, this place has a lot to offer. Well stocked store, RV sites, tent sites, group sites, cabins, pavilion, and even a stage for events. 

    Quick access to the Syllamore Trail, the creek, and nearby mountain biking trails.

  • Leah H.
    Kelly M.'s photo of tent camping at Tyler Bend Walk-in Tent Sites near Mountain View, AR
    Jul. 12, 2016

    Tyler Bend Walk-in Tent Sites

    Tyler Bend Camp Ground

    Relatively quiet during the week. Many great campsites with sun and shade, flat, grassy spots good for tent camping. The sites right on the tree line have several good spots for hanging hammocks as well. Right next to river. Flushing toilets, showers. Beautiful area! We will be coming back to this one.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Donny S.'s photo of tent camping at Bull Shoals-White River State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Nov. 23, 2021

    Bull Shoals-White River State Park

    Great view of the White River

    Mainly an RV campground with some tent sites. Camped with our camper van at site #35 along the White River. Long walk to the restroom from here. The RV sites have paved drives & offer views of the river. Most sites are small, feels crowded, although there were many unoccupied "Reserved" sites. No privacy between most sites; can easily hear conversations from neighboring sites. Table, firepit, water & electric hookups included. The restroom/shower house is clean & warm. Campground is popular with fishermen. Big Bluff hiking trail nearby; excellent trail. T-Mobile service is very good. Campground is clean & well maintained. To us, the layout of the RV sites along the river had a mobile home park feel to it. The 20 tent sites are in a wooded section away from the river. These sites appear to be spacious- more so than the RV sites.

  • Arkansas F.
    Heather L.'s photo of tent camping at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    Great canoeing and hiking

    This a a great park with direct access to the Buffalo River and hiking trails including one with a cave to explore. The Rangers are very helpful and a great resource for new visitors.

    The park has RV sites, walk-in tent sites and group sites.

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    Heather L.'s photo of tent camping at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Aug. 31, 2016

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    Buffalo River national Park

    Beautiful river among bluffs and forests. This campsite does allow reservations so it’s the safest bet for your trip through the park in the summer. There are some walk-in tent sites too but you won’t be very far from your car. Nice and simple campground, clean, actual hot showers.

  • Lacee G.
    Kelci C.'s photo of tent camping at Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park near Mountain View, AR
    May. 21, 2020

    Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park

    Bring your kayak and enjoy

    The tent site that we had was great. (Site 37) It was right by the water with tons of room and a nice, level ground. Some hammock trees were nearby as well.There was a shared water spigot near the site.

    You park in a small lot behind the tent sites and carry your things a short distance.

    The bathrooms were clean, but they were quite a distance from the tents. This was my one and only complaint about this SP.

    In the warmer months, starting in May, they rent out kayaks, paddle boats, and canoes. There is also a small concession stand you can order from.

    My husband caught one fish while we were there from our camp site. It’s very handy being that close to the water.

    There is a great hiking trail around the lake. About 3.5 miles if you combine the cabin trail with the Huckleberry trail. It was an enjoyable hike. There were people of all ages enjoying it.

    We would definitely camp in this spot again!

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    Matt S.'s photo of tent camping at Rush Campground — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Jul. 31, 2019

    Rush Campground — Buffalo National River

    Hidden treasure beautiful place

    This is primitive camping at its best. They have one vault toilet, 12 tent sites, and a water spigot. Right on the beautiful buffalo river. The sites were patrolled by rangers on a regular basis. However, the rangers were great and knew a lot about area. I can’t wait to go back.

  • Shannon M.
    Donny S.'s photo of tent camping at Bull Shoals-White River State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Jan. 10, 2019

    Bull Shoals-White River State Park

    My favorite place to camp!

    We had a great time camping Memorial Day Weekend. We tent camped. The campsite was really nice and everyone was very friendly. The visitor center is awesome and the park had several activities available. We went to an owl talk and a bear talk that was very informative. We also did the lake cruise. I would highly recommend this park.  This is my favorite camping spot.

  • Arkansas F.
    Joel H.'s photo of tent camping at South Maumee Camping Area — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 18, 2020

    South Maumee Camping Area — Buffalo National River

    Good canoeing spot

    There are a handful of tent sites, a primitive bathroom, and direct access to the Buffalo River. 

    There is limited shelter during bad lightning storms.  The road in is very dicey and a long way off the main road. Does provide a good place to take out or start a canoe trip and it is free.

  • Dave R.
    Donny S.'s photo of tent camping at Bull Shoals-White River State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Apr. 3, 2021

    Bull Shoals-White River State Park

    One of the Best Campgrounds

    We stay here 3 or 4 times a year, they have lots to offer. Bike/hiking trails, horse shoe pits, basketball court, a very large picnic area a store with thing's if you forget something, very nice bathrooms with showers. They offer tent camping area that's pretty nice, and rv camp site with Full hook ups and some with just water and electric. It's a must see, also, some site are available year round

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo at Shiloh - Greers Ferry Lake near Mountain View, AR
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Shiloh - Greers Ferry Lake

    Beautiful "beach" feel

    We tent camped on a small point of the park-we were the only one in that area. it was a beautiful location, cool breezes off the lake all night, moon rising above. it was wonderful!! Slept with the rainfly off and never got hot! Perfect campsite. Drove to a marina to paddle board and kayak to Sugarloaf mountain the next day. The paddle was a little rough with the current, but making it to the island, hiking to the top and getting that view of the lake-priceless! Bucket list checkoff.

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    Kelci C.'s photo of tent camping at Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park near Mountain View, AR
    Oct. 3, 2018

    Woolly Hollow State Park — Wooly Hollow State Park

    Beautiful, peaceful campground with lots to do.

    This was our second trip to Woolly Hollow. The first time was in April, and the trails and waterfalls were better maintained and more beautiful in April. We still enjoyed our trip though. They have great trails for hiking and mountain biking. There is a nice swimming area with a shop to order drinks/snacks. The park rangers and staff were super friendly and helpful. The bathroom facilities were clean. Although we stayed in the RV camp area, the tent camping area had some great sites, some right on the water.

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    Patrick M.'s photo of tent camping at White Buffalo Resort near Mountain View, AR
    Jun. 1, 2020

    White Buffalo Resort

    Awesome Location & Friendly Staff

    The staff here goes above & beyond! The campsites are close together but the amenities are worth it. Very family friendly. Right on the White River with easy access to the Buffalo River by boat, canoe, or kayak. Pool, playground, small store with essentials, boat rentals, ping pong, & more. Tent sites are mixed with smaller travel trailers. We would definitely recommend reserving a River front site! We rented a boat and explored the Buffalo River - it was very relaxing & amazing views.

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    Patrick M.'s photo of tent camping at White Buffalo Resort near Mountain View, AR
    Jul. 3, 2019

    White Buffalo Resort

    This is one incredible camping experience

    This is an incredible place to camp. Your camp is where the White River and Buffalo rivers merge. If you enjoy fishing this has some of the best trout and bass fishing in the area. The resort has cabins, full hookup sites , tent sites, pool and play area for the kids. If you like to just float or fish they can help you with what you need. There is also boat rentals , fishing guides, just plain relaxing. The resort is family owned,

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Group Dispersed, Charleston Road, Ozark NF, AR near Mountain View, AR
    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.

  • Sharon N.
    Camper-submitted photo at Blue Heron Campground near Mountain View, AR
    Sep. 5, 2017

    Blue Heron Campground

    Right on the river bank!

    I grew up around here so I return often. The trout fishing can't be beat. This campground is right on the banks of the White River. I tent camped. There is a nice large pavilion with picnic tables as well as really clean shower and toilets.

    The owners were a delight to get to know and can rent canoes or even get you a fishing guide.

    It is near a bridge so the first night we could hear the traffic but by the next day it became like background noise.

    My highlight was the way the fog rolls in at night and disappears in the morning. It was so pretty over the river. Wish I had gotten a picture.

  • Lori  .
    Heather L.'s photo of tent camping at Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River near Mountain View, AR
    May. 31, 2019

    Buffalo Point — Buffalo National River

    Buffalo Point Loop B Site 25

    We have loved BP for 25 years. We have always tent camped but now we have a camper. This site isn't great for a camper/RV, but at least we were at Buffalo Point! I say it's not great for a camper for the following reasons: Your camper door opens into a BUNCH of brush/bamboo. The picnic table is on the wrong side (not the door side). Other than that, the good things about it are: like I said, you're at Buffalo Point and the river is right below you . You are RIGHT next to the boat launch/swimming area. All that to say, if this was the last site available, we would take it again, it's just not our first choice.


Guide to Mountain View

Tent camping near Mountain View, Arkansas offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the serene beauty of the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. With a variety of campgrounds available, you can find the perfect spot to pitch your tent and unwind.

Tent campers should check out Matney Campground

  • This campground provides a peaceful setting for tent camping, allowing you to fully embrace the natural surroundings.

Local activities to enjoy while camping

  • At COE Norfork Lake Tecumseh Park, you can engage in boat-in camping, making it a unique experience for those looking to explore the lake while enjoying the great outdoors.

Tips for tent camping near Mountain View

  • Be prepared for a rustic experience at COE Norfork Lake Tecumseh Park, where amenities like drinking water and electric hookups are not available, so plan accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Mountain View, AR is Syllamo with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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