Looking for the best campgrounds near Ponca, AR? Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Ponca, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Ponca camping trip.
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch
8 min away
Down Home Campgrounds
30 min away
$20 / night
"It’s a slow drive from the south on 7 (20mph speed limit in places), so account for the extra time to set camp before dark. We went during the week, so it was practically empty."
"A glorious river of milky blue green waters flows at the base of the bluff around the camp's peninsula. East of Ponca this is the closest area to car/RV camp. This camp is also horse camp friendly."
$20 / night
"The camp sites have tables and fire pits and are all next to the river. This camp sees heavy traffic during the day due to being the take out for paddle trips down from the town of Ponca."
"It's has a good place to put kayaks in the river and a few good trail heads right there. The road to it is not the best but it has improved."
$20 / night
"The Buffalo National River in northeast Arkansas was the first National River. The river runs for 135 miles and is one of the few remaining undammed rivers in the lower 48 states."
"Good campground within 20 minutes of the Ponca elk herd . Nice ,quiet , and clean."
"Located within a few miles of the horse camp , this site is Aimed more at group camping, there is not as much shade as I’d like to see."
"I explored each in detail and took a day to enjoy the trails around them. "
$5 - $245 / night
"Horseshoe canyon is one of the biggest climbing and bouldering locations in the southeast area."
"Car camp, hammock, tent camp, or rent one the cabins to enjoy the roaming goats and horses around the property. Infamously known in AR as one of the best climbing spots."
$50 / night
"It is great place if you have time to hike the trails sadly we did not for this trip. Ponca and the surrounding have many beautiful nature trails. "
"Convenient location to nearby activities and very economical."
"Camping at Dogwood Springs Campground in Arkansas was amazing! The owner was so full of hospitality and worked around our schedule!"
"It is a ”resort” style campground meaning your parked very close to each other. Considering it’s one of the few, if not only full hook up site in the Jasper area we figured we would give it a shot."
$15 - $90 / night
"They continue to upgrade trails and add beautiful camping spots. This is a family room ranch and Donny and Lynn are wonderful hosts. I always come home feeling reconnected with myself and family"
$20 - $40 / night
"Each site has a fire ring and picnic table, and there is access to a dump station for the RVs and campers. "
"There are tons of nearby activities from hiking, fishing and kayaking and much more. We typically make a day trip out to Eureka springs as it’s only an hour away and cool downtown area."
$15 - $150 / night
"Beautiful area near the Buffalo National River. Lost Valley Canoe & Lodging has a yurt, campsites, cabins with hot tubs on the deck, bunkhouse, showers, allows pets, and is family owned."
ScoutFirst time at Old Hwy 86 campground. It is so clean, other campers are friendly and respectful! Took the kayaks out on the lake! Perfect day!
ScoutNice campground, although they are set up to cater to RVers. The RVs are quiet because they are using commercial power and not a generator. Me and my little tent are in the "Land of the Giants". Many fishermen out on Lake Dardanelle. Quiet after Labor Day camping.
RangerSpaces 33 through 43 I would recommend only if you have a small bumper pull that is maybe less than 21 feet long or a class A or class C that’s probably less than 25 feet long. Most of these spaces would be very difficult to get into. We stayed in space 33 without looking first and we had to back our 30 foot fifth wheel down about 100 foot hill around the corner to get into the space. Campsite did have electric and a picnic table. There was a shower building in the next campground over that was on a scale of one to five maybe a three. There were several vault toilets in the area. Nice hiking around to the marina. Was half price with our America, the beautiful senior pass. Also instructions on the Dyrt say to turn down Cow Face Road. I would stay on highway 264 to come into the campground as that road is quite a bit wider and not quite so curvy and hilly. That is the way Google maps was going to send us in the first place, but we followed the instructions on the Dyrt.
ScoutWas here on a weekend in August, and there was only one other group in the loop. Not much to do here unless your boating. Showers were miles away and looked pretty rough. Staff was very friendly.
ScoutNice, easy and quiet with a great pool and lake access! We will definitely be coming back. Site 47 has a bit of sun
ScoutWe had camping site A, which is right on Lake Taneycomo. Sites are very large with full hookups. The resort has a nice pool and laundry facilities you can use. We stayed for 21 nights in July of this year. You are about a 20 minute drive to Branson and 5 minutes to Forsyth. We were in a 33 foot motorhome with a boat trailer and a truck also on the site and there was plenty of room. Laura was very good to deal with. She gets back to you promptly.
ScoutNo primitive camping sites.
ScoutWe have recently moved our tiny home to this lovely quiet family-owned park. They are open to more fulltime residents and are tiny home friendly. There are no resort-type features. But, there is bath house with laundry and gorgeous tree shaded lots on gravel drives with full utilities. Outside of Yellville, AR there no restrictions against tiny home living. A fourth generation country grocery store is about two miles away and includes a real butcher shop and fresh produce. A Walmart, full service hardware store and the fishing paradise of Bull Shoals Lake(with the only remaining operational ferry in Arkansas) make this a great location to retire. No highway noise but close to Branson with the Ozark mountains all around you make it the spot for us.
TravelerWe only saw one other couple there the whole time we were there, it was clean, taken care of, had restrooms, tables, and firepits at several sites. It was beautiful! Secluded, need bug spray, worth the ride out but no cell service at all!
Camping near Ponca, Arkansas, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Ponca, Arkansas, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, whether you're in a tent or an RV. With beautiful scenery and plenty of activities, it's a spot worth exploring!
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Ponca, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Ponca, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 261 campgrounds and RV parks near Ponca, AR and 21 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Ponca, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ponca, AR is Steel Creek Campground — Buffalo National River with a 4.5-star rating from 24 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ponca, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 free dispersed camping spots near Ponca, AR.
What parks are near Ponca, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 31 parks near Ponca, AR that allow camping, notably Buffalo National River and Table Rock Lake.
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