Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Newport, AR

Looking for the ultimate pet-friendly camping experience near Newport? Finding pet-friendly campgrounds in Arkansas is easier than ever. The Dyrt can help you find the perfect pet-friendly campsites that are scenic and easy to access.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Newport, AR (31)

    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground

    1. Village Creek State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    196 Photos
    178 Saves
    Colt, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacksonport State Park Campground

    2. Jacksonport State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    14 Photos
    21 Saves
    Newport, Arkansas

    In the 1800s, steamboats made Jacksonport a thriving river port. During the Civil War, Confederate and Union forces occupied the town because of its location at the confluence of the White and Black rivers. Jacksonport became the county seat in 1852, and the restored courthouse now stands as a museum. Admission is free. Facilities also include 20 Class A campsites (50 amp service), a swimming beach, pavilion, picnic sites, a playground, and the half-mile Tunstall Riverwalk. Today, exhibits in the park's 1872 courthouse and programs by park interpreters share the story of this historic river port.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park

    3. Craighead Forest Park

    18 Reviews
    70 Photos
    61 Saves
    Jonesboro, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground

    4. Lake Charles State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    53 Photos
    54 Saves
    Powhatan, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $36 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy

    5. John F Kennedy

    22 Reviews
    48 Photos
    110 Saves
    Tumbling Shoals, Arkansas

    Overview

    John F. Kennedy Park is located on the Little Red River just downstream of Greers Ferry Dam in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. In his last major appearance before his death, President John F. Kennedy stood on a flag-draped platform overlooking the just-completed Greers Ferry Dam and spoke of the prosperity the lake would bring to the region.Today, a million visitors flock yearly to the scenic waters for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose, fitness trail.The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall colors in autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 250-0481 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    With over 30,000 acres of water surface, the lake serves as a playground for all kinds of water sports. Eighteen parks around the shoreline provide modern campgrounds, boat ramps, swim areas and marinas. The Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery, in Heber Springs, located below the dam, offers free tours. Built in 1965, the hatchery produces about one million rainbow trout a year for restocking the Little Red and other Arkansas streams.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 - $28 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Poinsett State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Poinsett State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Poinsett State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Poinsett State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground

    7. Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    67 Photos
    49 Saves
    Walcott, Arkansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $23 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Davidsonville Historic State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Davidsonville Historic State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Davidsonville Historic State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Davidsonville Historic State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground

    9. COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground

    14 Reviews
    22 Photos
    16 Saves
    Heber Springs, Arkansas

    Overview

    Old Highway 25 Park is located on Greers Ferry Lake in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. The environment provides the ideal location for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose fitness trail. The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall colors in autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 250-0483 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery, in Heber Springs, located below the dam, offers free tours. Built in 1965, the hatchery produces about one million rainbow trout a year for restocking the Little Red and other Arkansas streams.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $24 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs

    10. Heber Springs

    13 Reviews
    35 Photos
    74 Saves
    Heber Springs, Arkansas

    Overview

    Heber Springs Park is located on Greers Ferry Lake in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of north-central Arkansas. The environment provides the ideal location for family camping, fishing, boating and hiking.

    Recreation

    Greers Ferry Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream, with boating, sailing, water skiing, swimming, scuba diving, and fishing opportunities. Hikers enjoy the area's three National Nature Trails and one multi-purpose, fitness trail.The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

    Natural Features

    Greers Ferry Lake is known for it's deep, clean waters. The visibility is so clear, scuba diving is a popular pastime.A dense mix of red cedar, black gum, red oak, elm, pecan and sweet gum trees forest the area, providing shade in the summer months and beautiful fall color in autumn. Wildlife is plentiful around Greers Ferry Lake. Visitors commonly see white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels and a wide variety of birds.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (501) 250-0485 or call (501) 362-2416 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    With over 30,000 acres of water surface, the lake serves as a playground for all kinds of water sports. Eighteen parks around the shoreline provide modern campgrounds, boat ramps, swim areas and marinas.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $24 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Newport

225 Reviews of 31 Newport Campgrounds


  • Twyana S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
    Oct. 30, 2024

    Craighead Forest Park

    Beautiful park with lots of extras

    Camping area has concrete parking pads with electric and water hook ups. Bath house in the camping area includes showers and laundry. Very clean and well kept.

    The park has: A concert walking/ running/ biking path with workout stations located along the path. Two baseball fields and a basketball ball court. A discussion golf course. Three play grounds for children.

    Everything is well kept and clean.

  • Twyana S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pocahontas City Park
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Pocahontas City Park

    Beautiful park & fishing

    This park is in the city of Pocahontas, Arkansas. It has 7 full service concrete parking pads. A very nice boat launch & plenty of parking for trucks with boat trailers. Park has a bath house, but it's very old and not too clean. Bath house needs to be replaced. Park also has a nice basketball court & playground. It has a very peaceful vibe.

  • Rick T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Heber Springs
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Heber Springs

    Nice

    Despite that, I’ll just say that I love the town of Heber Springs which is located on the Lake. Area Code It may be because I have so many memories in Heber from my time in college so I should drop that disclaimer.

  • Brian G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Aug. 14, 2024

    Village Creek State Park Campground

    4th of July Trip

    Really enjoyed this trip on 4th of July weekend!! Stayed at site 43 which is close to the swim beach and the bathrooms are very close. They have a really nice visitor center too. Just make sure to have bug spray. Mosquitoes get bad at night and ticks were pretty active. Overall, it’s a great State Park!!!!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Crowley's Ridge State Park Campground

    Great little campground near Paragould

    This campground was perfect for our little family reunion near Paragould. We booked three sites together and they were close enough that it was easy to visit each other. It was also a very nice little campground with lots of shade and the bathrooms were very clean and had showers. We also enjoyed the little lake and playground for the kids. The only downside were the mosquitoes, but one of us had a screened canopy that went over the picnic table, which worked great. We were very impressed with the staff and the campground and will likely return.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Charles State Park Campground
    May. 18, 2024

    Lake Charles State Park Campground

    Nice State Park & Campground

    Camped here during Thanksgiving 2023. Camped in our campervan in Loop A of the camnpground. Backed into site 35; not quite level, but okay. It looks like the sites inside of the loop are more level. The park is in a wooded area, although no privacy between sites. Sites were clean and very well maintained. Table, fire ring & grill included. Water & 30amp electric hookups. Restroom/showers very clean. The park and lake are beautiful. Enjoyed fishing at the fishing pier which was a short walk on a paved path from the campsite.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    May. 10, 2024

    Red River Trout Dock

    Peaceful Quaint Relaxing

    This is an older private campground that is very well maintained right on the river. Peaceful tranquil setting with owners/operators on site that are very friendly. Bath houses are private and immaculate. RV sites are full hook up 50 amp. RV sites are spacious and nightly rate is a great value. Highly recommend

  • steven B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Delta Ridge RV Park
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Delta Ridge RV Park

    Perfect for overnight

    My wife and I stayed 2 nights while we rested as we travel across the country. The park is right off of I-40. You may find you question your GPS as the entrance is through what seems like a strip mall, it it is there. We made reservations ahead of time and I would recommend this as the campground quickly fills up in the late afternoon. We did need to call a number posted in the campito determine our site, but the experience was quick and professional. Each site is a full hookup on a gravel pad with easy leveling. The campground itself is clean and well maintained. The campground caters to those looking for a single overnight stay so there are no amenities.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Delta Ridge RV Park
    Apr. 7, 2024

    Delta Ridge RV Park

    Great place for spur of the moment stop

    We had reservations for another place further down the road but decided to leave a day early and see if we could find something on the road. This place fit the bill! It’s convenient to the highway and while we have our food, there are places to eat close by. The owner was polite and met us at the gate and showed us to our site. There are few big trees and it’s more suitable for RV camping than tent camping but this was exactly what we needed this trip. Thanks so much!

  • Greg R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Feb. 25, 2024

    Village Creek State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park - Friendly Staff

     I called ahead and arrived after hours. It was as easy as it gets. They said to just pick an open site and register in the am. I had a lake front site, with a nice fire pit and picnic table and grill setup. 

     The next morning I registered / paid $44.00 for the night. Super friendly staff. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Creek State Park Campground
    Jan. 29, 2024

    Village Creek State Park Campground

    Huge park

    Lots of spaces, tons of trails, nice and flexible staff and very affordable. I was clear I had to have connectivity to stay and they let me come out and pick my spot before staying and gave me my.best options.

    I'm up in the horse campground which is fine and. The only camper here. The bathroom is warm, water hot and all clean so frankly, with 33 miles of trails, we are staying and working for the week. I had to reply my starlink to get online and it took a few tries to find a workable direction but I did and plugged in to the bathroom which they said was fine. Spent Sunday exploring this huge place.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Creek RV Park
    Jan. 3, 2024

    Little Creek RV Park

    Great place to stay

    We stayed 3 days and really enjoyed it everyone there at the time was very friendly and the owners were friendly and helpful we will be staying there again soon 👍

  • Brian G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Oct. 19, 2023

    Red River Trout Dock

    Back for a 2nd time!!

    My son wanted to come back for his birthday weekend. We had just as much fun this time as we had the first time.

  • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
    Oct. 18, 2023

    Craighead Forest Park

    Nice place to stay

    Beautiful relaxing place. I’m a fan of dispersed camping yet this was still private even for a campground. Nice bathhouses with laundry. Individual campsite trash cans. They provided free wood! Nice flat paved sites with water and electric for only $25

  • Troy J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Poinsett State Park Campground
    Sep. 25, 2023

    Lake Poinsett State Park Campground

    Nice quiet place and friendly

    Beautiful place to camp. Everyone running the park was super nice and accommodating. The only drawback that I can think of was the mosquitos. Shower house/bathroom cleaned and well maintained.

  • Dave K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Creek RV Park
    Sep. 20, 2023

    Little Creek RV Park

    Quiet park w/ well maintained hookups

    Small park with new concrete pads. Details unavailable online, but no toilets or showers, but has RV waste/water /power hookups

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
    Sep. 9, 2023

    Craighead Forest Park

    Very Nice

    It's a small camping area but very nice! There's a lake that allows canoeing, walking trail with exercise equipment. huge playground, huge parking areas with pavilions, bathrooms with hot water, water fountains throughput. They have a movie theater type to teach you about the land & heritage with mist that sprays on you to give live effects. $25.per night whether RV, Pull along, or tent camping. Bath house with toilets, showers, hot water. All camping spots have water, electric, sewage, and personal trash cans. Cons- were one area to camp The tenants were very stand off-ish and a bit rude. The folks caring for the property were nice at first then became judgemental, had the law constantly come through plus the park rangers/co-workers would sit and watch our every move, and be very nosey. I felt safe but also felt luke I was walking on eggshells the whole time. Tent camping here is not recommended but acceptable. We were visiting from out of state to get away from a hurricane in our home state and our visit was quite disappointing to say the least as far as what I've mentioned but enjoyed the park.

  • Brian G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red River Trout Dock
    Sep. 4, 2023

    Red River Trout Dock

    Great getaway!!

    We stayed here 3 nights over the Labor Day weekend. The sites close to the road are really easy to get into. Just be prepared to do a some leveling but that’s part of camping right? The sites that are closer to the river are kind of close together and some of the sites look to have campers that are permanently there. The fishing was great at the dock and the owners are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. We plan on going back in October because my son wants to have his birthday there. Definitely would recommend Red River Trout Dock to anyone.

  • Camille W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Craighead Forest Park
    Sep. 2, 2023

    Craighead Forest Park

    What a Gem!!

    We LOVED our stay here. Playgrounds and a splash pad our kids loved. Norm, the site host, was SO helpful. We were having battery issues and he helped us diagnose and fix it.

  • Carl E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Delta Ridge RV Park
    Aug. 14, 2023

    Delta Ridge RV Park

    The Wifi signal sucked.

    No amenities. Like showers and toilets. No pool, no picnic tables, no fire pit. Gravel spots. They do have water, electric and sewer. Clean Campground.

  • Chris D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from John F Kennedy
    Jul. 8, 2023

    John F Kennedy

    Quiet for the 4th of July Week

    Spent the week starting July 4th here . A work /vacay trip . Enjoyed the cool breeze off the Little Red River . Caught a few trout for our must have trout tacos that makes every trip to a trout stream complete . Standard campsites for the area . Bathrooms and Shower were mostly clean . We stayed near the entrance across from the Hatchery and it’s much quieter here than in the back of the campground . Fairly large campsites .



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