Dog-Friendly Camping near Mountainburg, AR

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    Pet-friendly camping near Mountainburg, AR spans full-hookup sites with level terrain to creek-side tent sites that welcome dogs. Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground offers pet-friendly accommodations including tent camping, RVs, cabins, and glamping options. The park maintains well-spaced sites with full hookups, offering privacy for campers with animals. Sites are kept clean and level, particularly beneficial for RV campers with pets who need accessible terrain. Twin Creeks RV Park also welcomes pets, featuring tent sites near a creek with picnic tables where dogs can enjoy the natural setting. Campground bathhouses remain spotlessly clean, an important consideration when returning from outdoor adventures with muddy pets. Dogs are permitted throughout both campgrounds provided they remain leashed.

    Multiple hiking trails directly accessible from campsites accommodate dogs at Lake Fort Smith State Park, making daily pet exercise convenient. The park connects to the western terminus of the Ozark Highlands Trail, offering extensive hiking opportunities for active dogs and their owners. Both campgrounds enforce standard leash requirements to protect wildlife and other campers. The surrounding forests and lake provide scenic backdrops for pet activities, though swimming in Lake Fort Smith itself is prohibited. Temperatures in the area can fluctuate significantly, requiring campers to monitor their pets for heat stress during summer months and cold exposure in winter. Spacious sites allow sufficient room for pet containment without disturbing neighboring campers.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Mountainburg (144)

      1. Devil's Den State Park Campground

      4.7(88)11mi from MountainburgRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Very pet friendly. And close to so many attractions in Northwest Arkansas!"

      "Devil's Den is a gorgeous parked tucked in the mountains of Arkansas.  The primary campground for RVs is one of the better campgrounds I have seen.  The facilities and amenities have been great. "

      from $20 / night

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      2. Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground

      4.5(26)4mi from MountainburgRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Lake Ft. Smith State Park is a beautiful park in the Boston Mountains. We drove over from Memphis to meet my brother’s family (who lives in Tulsa)."

      "This is a nice modern park on the shore of the man made Lake Fort Smith."

      from $23 - $163 / night

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      3. Mulberry River Outdoor Adventures

      4.4(23)10mi from Mountainburg2 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Simply put, this is a great little rustic place to get away from the hustle and bustle. The sites offer 20/30/50A hookups with water and septic."

      "He greeted us with his precious dogs and hung out with us until we were settled in, telling us all about the property, trails, and nearby waterfalls."

      from $15 - $35 / night

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      4. White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

      4.5(26)12mi from Mountainburg13 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Located beyond a perfectly canopied gravel road and surrounded by miles of mostly uninhabited forests White Rock Mountain has been the most delightful treasure of 2016."

      "The views, as other reviewers have said, are impressive and the Rim Trail is worth doing any time of day and any season."

      from $15 - $215 / night

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      5. Fort Smith-Alma RV Park

      4.0(8)9mi from MountainburgRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Was headed to Lake Fort Smith but area was booked so we stopped here and was pleased with our stay. Spaces are quite small but it has become the norm everywhere."

      "It’s just far enough away from the highway so you have a quiet nights rest without hearing the traffic. The pond on the property has soothing sounds of peepers to fall asleep too."

      6. Springhill

      4.1(21)22mi from Mountainburg48 sitesRVs, Tents

      "It’s in between the Arkansas river and Massard creek. You can launch a boat or you can go kayaking in Massard creek. There’s Cat fish, Perch and, Bass."

      "Really nice campground you have two options in the A section you are right one a small river and one the B side it’s more of the wooded option but most sites have the Arkansas rive close by with mountain"

      from $16 - $75 / night

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      7. Aux Arc

      4.7(20)23mi from Mountainburg88 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Boat launch and lovely views of the Arkansas river. Close to restaurants and shopping ."

      "We used it as a base camp to visit several Arkansas state parks such as Devil’s Den and Lake Fort Smith. The camp was clean, a little crowded, but very nice and relaxed."

      from $16 - $75 / night

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      8. Twin Creeks RV Park

      5.0(1)1mi from MountainburgRVs, Tents

      "This campground is located in a great spot near the Ozarks."

      9. Affordable primitive camping, near Lake Ft. Smith, south of Devil's Den State Park

      5.0(1)2mi from Mountainburg

      from $10 - $40 / night

      10. Clear Creek - Ozark Lake (AR)

      3.5(6)14mi from Mountainburg38 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "This park is located on the Arkansas River. There’s a boat ramp, so bring your boat and enjoy the beautiful Arkansas River. Pets are allowed, there is a leash law. Bring your own firewood."

      from $16 - $75 / night

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Mountainburg, AR

    837 Reviews of 144 Mountainburg Campgrounds


    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 1, 2026

      Riverfront RV Resort

      A Hidden Gem

      We needed an overnight spot on our way from Oklahoma to NW Arkansas, and I'm glad that we picked this park. It's located right next to the Arkansas River with a nice concrete walking trail along the river. Parking for registration is located right next to the office. All the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. 

      The road from the highway to the park is fairly easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate. Even though it's not too far from the main road, we didn't hear any traffic noise at all- very peaceful. However, you will hear occasional train horns from the crossing a few miles away. You'll only hear them when outside your RV, never inside. 

      We were assigned to pull-thru site number 44. All the sites are concrete and appear fairly level. Our site was level side to side, and 5 inches from front to rear. There are no shade trees for the majority of the park sites. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. There is also a picnic table located at each site. 

      Bathrooms, Showers, and the pool are all located near the registration office building and are in great shape. There are no trash cans by the sites- just a dumpster area near the dog park and playground. However, they do come by your site each morning to pick up any trash that you've set out. 

      Wi-Fi, Satellite, OTA: there is decent Wi-Fi in the park with repeater towers spaced approximately every four sites, so each site has a fairly strong signal- we achieved 9.52 Mbps down and 2.02 Mbps up. We got AT&T 5G with 4 bars and achieved 512 Mbps down and 32 Mbps up. If you need clear access for satellite reception, trees will not be an issue. Also, you can pick up plenty of OTA stations with good HD quality reception. 

      Dog Park: They have a nice fenced-in park that is in great condition and is well lit at night. They provide doggie bags and a trash can, both in the dog park and along the walking paths. 

      Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website. 

      Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. The park is only a couple of years old and is very well maintained. Only about 15-20 percent of the spaces were occupied. Note that sites 100- 115 are along the river. There is a concrete public walking path along the river, but those sites are elevated above the path, with a grass and tree buffer zone between them. There are a couple of covered pavilions in the park with built-in gas grills and comfortable seating areas. The park map provides a very accurate rendition of the park. See my attached photos for more details. 

      This park deserves its high rating, and I do not hesitate to recommend it - enjoy your stay!

    • Lori V.
      Mar. 16, 2021

      Rivers Edge RV and Stables

      Awesome Dog park!

      Great views, wonderful neighbors and a really nice dog park! Owners and management are very nice and helpful. Plenty of drive thru lots for big rigs. Higher end RV park, spacious lots, all utilities included. Beautiful new bathhouse kept very clean. Highly recommended!!!

    • Bill  T.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jan. 2, 2026

      Devil's Den State Park Campground

      NW Arkansas Camping

      Devil’s Den SP had a great campground with full hookups available. The natural beauty of this area is breathtaking! Plenty of hiking opportunities and tons of activities. Very pet friendly. And close to so many attractions in Northwest Arkansas!

    • Shelia H.
      Jul. 14, 2018

      Clear Creek - Ozark Lake (AR)

      River Living

      This park is located on the Arkansas River. There’s a boat ramp, so bring your boat and enjoy the beautiful Arkansas River. Pets are allowed, there is a leash law. Bring your own firewood. Campsites are both Electric and primitive. Flush toilets and Warm Showers are available. Good cell service. Very clean and peaceful.

    • KThe Dyrt Pro User
      Apr. 25, 2026

      Hog Valley RV & Treehouse Resort

      Nice spot - Lots of amenities

      Hog Valley RV Park is a solid place to stay, especially for families. The amenities are nice, particularly if you have children, with parks, basketball courts, and pickleball courts available. The two pools were closed for the season during our stay, so keep that in mind depending on when you visit.

      The front staff was very welcoming and even escorted us to our spot, which was a nice touch. The park was quiet at night, and the sites were level with full hookups, which made setup easy. There are also plenty of spots available throughout the park.

      A few downsides kept it from being a 5-star stay. The grass was extremely damp, and our dogs got soaked just from laying down. There is also only one trash area, located near the front entrance, which is pretty far from many of the sites. The dog parks were just average, possibly a little below average.

      Overall, it was a good stay with great family-friendly amenities and friendly staff. I’d recommend it, especially for families, but there are a few areas that could be improved.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 2, 2026

      Hog Valley RV & Treehouse Resort

      Still a nice park, but...

      We last stayed here five years ago when the park was new. Some of the areas and amenities that are now available were still under construction during our last trip. The bottom line… still a very nice park, but it's starting to show its age a little. 

      Parking for registration is located right next to the office. All the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The road from the highway to the park is easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate, though several roads have asphalt failures that need attention. Even though it's not too far from Interstate 49, we didn't hear any traffic noise at all- very peaceful. 

      We were assigned to pull-thru site number 36. Most of the sites are gravel, but the pull-thru row that we were in had concrete pads. For the most part, all sites appear fairly level. 

      Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. 

      Two bathroom areas also have showers and laundry facilities- one at the front of the park and one in the rear. The pool area and playground are located at the front of the park.

      Wi-Fi, Satellite, Cable, and OTA: there is Wi-Fi in the park, but the park info sheet that they provide you with notes that the Wi-Fi is spotty. We were able to get AT&T 5G with 4 bars. AT&T achieved 418 Mbps down and 21 Mbps up. Satellite reception should not be an issue at most sites, and if you do need clear access for satellite reception, there are plenty of sites available with no trees. There are plenty of OTA stations available, and they all had great reception with clear HD pictures. Cable was not available. 

      Dog Park: They have two nice fenced-in parks that are in great condition. The one in the front of the park is divided for big and small dogs, while the one in the back is larger but not divided. They both have benches, which are all in good shape. They also provide doggie bags and a trash can. NOTE: I've included a photo of the sign posted at the entrances to the park indicating that they might be shut down. So if having a fenced dog park is mission-critical for your stay, you might want to verify that they are still open when you make your reservation 

      Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website, and you are only a few miles from Fayetteville, where you can find plenty of stores and restaurants. Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. Although the park is starting to show its age, it still deserves a high rating, and I would not hesitate to recommend it- enjoy your stay!

    • Joel R.The Dyrt Pro User
      May. 30, 2019

      Sallisaw-Fort Smith West KOA

      Convenient to I-40

      This is KOA, not my favorite place to stop, but they have good, basic facilities, sort of like Motel 6. They are just off I-40, so it was convenient for a one night stop. The sites were level, and were Pull-Thru so we didn’t even unhook. Full hookups, Some shade, a dump station. The shower/bathroom was clean. There is a small store. They also have cabins and tent sites; Free Wi-Fi, cable tv, a pool and playground, and a pond for fishing. There is a small Kamp K9 (dog park). When we were there everything was wet, and the smell of wet creosote from the log yard next door was terrible.

    • shelby  C.The Dyrt Pro User
      Feb. 2, 2024

      Natural Falls State Park Campground

      Gorgeous place

      I go here with my friends every summer we hike almost all the trails , it’s gorgeous last time I went there (summer of 23) we saw a wild river otter swimming there is so much wildlife out there and it’s just gorgeous absolutely stunning and worth visiting, family friends and dog / pet friendly if you want to take your dogs on a hike this is the place , has stairs and is not very handicapped accessible if you want to go to the bottom of the falls but it is completely accessible for a wheelchair if you just want to view the falls from the top and there are multiple handicapped accessible paved paths !

    • J
      May. 19, 2021

      Grape Country RV Park

      Great Country Setting

      Simple, but nice.  No frills.  Quiet.  If you are looking for a peaceful, quiet place, away from the city, this is a great place. I love it. Have stayed several times in several different sites.  Will stay again.  About 13 campsites, all gravel.  Has a wooded trails for walking and a big open are for walking and playing with pets.  Water, sewer and 30/50amp electric are easy access and to hook up.   James the owner is great and has a U-Pick orchard as well.


    Guide to Mountainburg

    The Mountainburg area sits at the edge of the Ozark Highlands, with elevations ranging from 800-2,000 feet and dense forest cover throughout the region. Camping options near Mountainburg provide access to both the Arkansas River Valley and Boston Mountain terrain. Weather conditions can shift rapidly, with summer temperatures averaging 85°F and winter lows frequently dropping below freezing.

    What to do

    Hiking the Ozark Highlands Trail: Access the western terminus of this 218-mile trail directly from Lake Fort Smith State Park Campground. "The hiking trails were right out of our campsite. Clean sites. Great tent pads," notes Jennifer O. The trail system offers varying difficulty levels through oak-hickory forests.

    Fishing opportunities: Clear Creek Recreation Area provides shoreline fishing access for anglers with pets. "Fish this place often and also camp. They keep this place clean and have never had issues with other campers," reports Charles Q. The nearby Arkansas River contains catfish, bass, and crappie species.

    Water recreation: Mulberry River Outdoor Adventures offers river activities even for campers traveling with dogs. "Right on the river where there is a natural pool. Nice size camp sites with good cover," explains John F. Kayak and tube rentals available on-site with designated pet rest areas along float routes.

    What campers like

    Secluded tent sites: White Rock Mountain Recreation Area maintains eight dedicated tent sites with separation between camping areas. "The campground is clean, but the showers could use some work," reports Taren S. Sites 1-4 feature larger tent pads with more level ground for pet enclosures.

    Clean facilities: Mountainburg campgrounds maintain well-kept restrooms. At Springhill, "the bathrooms were otherwise fine - functional and on par with what you'd expect in a park," according to Rebecca H. Showers operate year-round at most established campgrounds, providing convenience for campers with muddy pets.

    Quiet environments: The rural setting creates peaceful camping conditions. "We love Lake Fort Smith State Park. Lots of places to hike and explore, beautiful lake, and very nice camp sites. Peaceful!" says Sue. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours from 10pm-6am, applicable to both humans and pets.

    What you should know

    Limited cell service: Communication can be challenging in this mountainous region. At Devil's Den State Park Campground, "there's no cell service whatsoever but Wifi (paid) is offered by the park," explains Gonzo A. Download maps before arrival as GPS signal may drop in valleys.

    Supply planning: Local stores have limited inventory and restricted hours. "Bring what you need the nearest store is about 20 minutes out and the restaurant is not that good," advises tiffany H. Dog food and specialty pet supplies should be packed in advance.

    Road conditions: Access roads can be difficult, especially with larger vehicles or trailers. "Nice, quiet place. Great hiking! Not really a place for a quick overnight, the road in is steep and crooked," notes kcki M. Steep grades and hairpin turns require caution, particularly when traveling with anxious pets.

    Tips for camping with families

    Best pet-friendly site options: For families camping with dogs, certain sites offer advantages. At Aux Arc, "we stayed at back-in site 11, which is a river view with 50/30 AMP with water," shares MickandKarla W. Corner sites typically provide more space for families with active dogs.

    Insect preparation: The region experiences significant insect activity. "Make sure and bring lots of bug spray," cautions Cj C. Pet-safe insect repellent is recommended as conventional products may be harmful to animals.

    Playground proximity: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. "Lake Ft. Smith State Park is a beautiful park in the Boston Mountains... Recreational area with a playground that is updated," states Ryan S. These areas provide designated spaces for children while keeping pets in appropriate zones.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling: Many RV sites in the region require adjustment. "All sites were level for both campers and tents. Each site had a good table, fire pit and lantern pole," explains Chad K. This level terrain simplifies setup when managing dogs, particularly for older animals with mobility limitations.

    Hook-up considerations: Full-service sites vary between campgrounds. At Fort Smith-Alma RV Park, "we pulled in at midnight. Difficult to see how to pull through some of the spaces... Clean space and not noisy through out the night," reports Laurie. The quieter environment benefits pets with noise sensitivities.

    Spacing between sites: Dog friendly campgrounds near Mountainburg offer varying degrees of separation. "Sites spread far enough apart for privacy, full hook ups, cleanest bathhouses, and beautiful scenery," notes Jennifer O. Adequate spacing prevents conflict between neighboring campers with pets.

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