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Perryville, Arkansas serves as a gateway to diverse camping environments in the Ouachita National Forest region. Lake Sylvia Recreation Area offers established campgrounds with tent and RV sites approximately 7 miles north of town, operating seasonally from April through mid-October. Nearby dispersed options include Brown Creek Cascade Dispersed Campsite, where primitive camping is available year-round. The area campgrounds range from developed sites with electric hookups, showers, and picnic tables to free, primitive locations suitable for tent camping. Several locations feature waterfront access, particularly along creeks and small lakes.
Road conditions vary significantly throughout the region, with some forest roads requiring high-clearance vehicles. According to one visitor, "Forest Road 132 from the east (Hwy 9) is bumpy/rocky in several places. Erosion seems to be getting worse over time on this unpaved road." The National Forest dispersed sites typically lack facilities but offer more solitude than established campgrounds. Most developed sites in the area require reservations, while dispersed camping follows standard Forest Service regulations with 14-day stay limits. Cell service is spotty throughout the forest areas, with better coverage at established campgrounds closer to town. Summer temperatures can reach the 90s, making the shaded forest sites particularly desirable.
Campers report high satisfaction with the natural features and relative seclusion at sites like Brown Creek Cascade. A visitor noted, "The South Fork of Brown Creek runs behind this campsite. Located next to the trailhead for Brown Creek Cascade - a short 1/4 mile hike (includes a creek crossing)." Most developed campgrounds in the region provide level sites suitable for RVs with electric hookups, though not all have full hookups. Family-friendly amenities can be found at Lake Sylvia, while dispersed sites appeal to those seeking more primitive experiences. Wildlife viewing opportunities are common throughout the area, with deer frequently spotted near campgrounds. Winter camping is limited primarily to dispersed sites, as most established campgrounds close seasonally.
"_ There are several viewpoints/vistas that you can access from roads (just two close together that involve some driving on gravel)."
"Super cool paths, views and community. Tons of historical value and it's obvious that Arkansas cares about it's forests, natural resources and outdoor communities."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We stayed here with our dog on our drive west! It’s a great little spot, fairly quiet and secluded. Some car traffic on a nearby road but not bad."
"I was greeted with a sign at the entrance saying that a hunting/ fishing license or land pass was required to camp."
"This park and campground is less than an hour outside of Little Rock, and it is a quiet, peaceful overnight stay on our way to Oklahoma. It was a bit tricky to find after exciting US 60!"
"On the bank of the Arkansas River, great access to water. Good boat ramp, picnic tables and RV sites. Very clean, bring your mosquito repellent."
from $24 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Lake Sylvia recreation area offers a lot of fun and relaxation within an easy drive from Little Rock."
"Be careful how close you are to the wash house in B; the halogen light outside humms all night. Camp host WILL make sure you follow the rules, including paying."
"Stayed 6 nights at Maumelle COE campground next to Arkansas River. Nice and quiet especially after the weekend crowd left. Nice walking trails and still close to major conveniences."
"Beautiful panorama view of the Arkansas river. Amenities are great. Friendly staff and clean park. Close to restaurants, shopping and services. Full year round so make a reservation!"
from $28 - $75 / night
Check Availability"We were heading to the Arkansas Goat Festival and were having a problem finding a place to camp. This park was a pleasant find! It is located on the Arkansas River right next to a dam."
"A beautiful spot with both lakeside campsites and shaded sites. All spaced for plenty of privacy. Each site has power and water."
from $24 - $75 / night
Check Availability"There are many positives to this campground well beyond the proximity itself. With electricity at all sites and a flat rate it seems to have a lot of positives to check off."
"With close proximity to the town of Hot Springs, AR, this campground is well maintained and convenient but lacks in privacy. I stayed here as an overnight while driving north through the Midwest."
from $34 / night
Check Availability"Located on the gravel Brown Creek Road in Perry County, Arkansas. The South Fork of Brown Creek runs behind this campsite."
"Didn’t have to drive too far down the road found a spot on the left. Nice stone camp fire circle, good flat spot for my tent, which is a four person."
from $125 / night
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GuideThis was our second time at this campground. The sites are very large and spacious. Trees for shade. It has a nice playground and also a boat ramp. The bathrooms are ok, but what I really like about them, is you get the complete room. Shower, sink, toilet. Not a little hot stall. Water on both sides of the campground for fishing. And the water hyacinths are beautiful!!
ScoutThis is a long review but please read it. It is a public service announcement. Camp Conway greenbrier. Landlord Burt Zinser. Where to begin.. Let start with Ameneties. The website states Each site has full hook ups including 20/30/50 amp electric, clean city water, city sewer and fiber-optic high-speed WiFi. Guests at Camp Conway have the option of porches, sheds and gazebos with management approval. We also offer a bath house and a laundry. 1. Clean city water- it taste like plastic and chlorine. Must have a water filter if you actually want to drink it or give it to your pets. 2. Fiber optic high speed wifi. That's a joke. Shoddy at best. TCW repeatedly has to come out to fix it and it's still garbage. If you are okay with internet dropping in and out every 5 to 10 min, then it's great. Save yourself the headache and get your own, but don't expect Burt Zinser to reduce your rent for services he offers but you can't use. Here at camp conway you can expect to pay for services unrendered.(Not the only one that has this problem in the park) 3. Porches, sheds or gazebos. 100%, as long as you are one of his favorites, like the people in the pictures he uses on his website. The beautiful two story rv with full front porch, likes to watch what everyone else is doing and then go complain to Burt if she doesn't like how your lot looks or what your doing. Burt will be sure to tell you it's too much, or beauty is sometimes only in the eye of the beholder. 4. We also offer a bath house and a laundry. The"Bath House" is one shower, without a bathroom vent, a toilet and sink, in the laundry room and is always disgusting. Hair on the floors, wall, drain, soap scum, ect. The toilet has pubic hair and feces on and around it. No one cleans it, nor cleans up after themselves. Not sure who replaces the toilet paper but half the time it's empty. The laundry is two household washers and dryers. Costing 2.50, which isn't bad. Just don't run the washers at the same time or they flood the room(you will be blamed for over loading it) and expect to dry your clothes for an hour or so, or they will be damp. The state of the laundry room is horrible. Trash overflowing, dog hair, and random debris all over the floors. Again no one cleans them.( you think well I'll just get compact washer, expect to be charged extra for water and don't you dare hang clothes outside to dry, that includes beachwear and towels). It's not visually appealing. 5. Spacious lots. The outer lots are 600 and the other lots 565(it was 550 back in Feb, this is important to note). Price subject to change without a notice. Do Not expect Burt Zinsers crappy memory to remember not to over charge you(text wont help you either). Honestly, don't bother to ask Burt about it, or he will get annoyed and either kick you out or threaten to. I'll get to that later. The lots flood when it rains, grass is almost non existent, scorching heat from lack of trees and of course you have to love the red clay that gets over everything. Lots are suppose to mowed by him, but he hasn't mowed in the 5 months we've been here. He sends his child out, who does a half ass job weed whacking around the pedestals and mows part of the big field. If it wasn't for one of the permanent resident here mowing for people that ask him, it would be horrible. 6. Someone pointed out they have a huge open field with plans to extend the park, but currently it's a great dog area to let your dogs off leash to play. WRONG. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BE OFF LEASH. Expect to be harassed about picking up your dog poop. Even when you do, other people do not, while letting their dog roam free and you will be blamed. He has plans to extend the park, true, but until then expect for Burt to constantly remind you that until the park fills up, it all comes out of his pocket, so he's loosing money. You can rent one of his tiny homes if you want to pay near 1,000 for a studio apartment, open floor plan, with a 500 dollar, per pet, fee. You will be secure too as one of his security cameras point directly in the front windows of the current one and only tiny home he has on the premises. 7. Rules. It all depends which of his rules and who you are. If he tells you no AC units in the windows of RVs. There are currently 5 RVs that have units in the windows, so he doesn't really give a crap about that rule. I personally don't care but it was one of the things he stated when we called. No agressive dogs. His example, like pitbulls. Hey as long as you tell him it's another breed he doesn't know the difference and isn't bothered to check. I see nothing wrong with pitties, he's just the type that believes in bad dogs, not bad owners. Oh and on that note you will be sure to hear or be told, that you don't need another mouth to feed, or straight up told you can't keep another pet if you get one. 8. Privacy. Don't expect it. Burt Zinser likes to meddle in people's business. He gives unsolicited relationship advice, opinions on how you should decorate, how your vehicle looks, if your working or not(regardless if you pay rent on time, he doesn't like it if you are a stay at home person). Our experience here has been crap. We moved into the park on Feb 3rd. The lot was one giant mud pit. We asked if he would buy grass seed and we'd care for the lawn until it fully grown. We were told yes at first then the next day we received a text staying no because then he'd have to do that for everyone. We bought grass seed, tilled the land by hand and grew grass. We called about the internet 3 different times. The first time he handed us a wifi extender, that didnt work and TCW said it was pointless since it wasnt hooked into landline nor had bluetooth capabilities. He then had TCW come out two more times to"fix" it, before we said screw it and got starlink. When asked if he would remove the fee for the interent we can't use. He said no. When we asked why are we paying for something we can't use, he stated it was our problem, not his. For the month of Feb rent was 550. March 550. April we TEXT him after hours and asked him to gIve us a call so we could pay rent. HE CALLED US, did the transaction and got off the phone. We checked and noticed he overcharged us, 565. We TEXT him again and pointed out he over charged us. HE CALLED US BACK. He asked when we had moved in, we told him Feb, he apologized and refunded the 15 dollars. When asked when he was going to raise the rent if he would be notifying us. We asked if we would still be paying 550 until then. He called us nieve to think rent wouldn't change. When we explained that we didn't think it would stay 550 forever, but that we would be notified and not just him taking whatever amount he decides he wants. He got irritated said we were busting his balls and he hadn't eaten dinner yet but instead dealing with this crap, and that we were temporary visitors(i didnt know 5 months of renting was temporary). He belittled a person that has autism and learning disabilities when he was the one to CALL US BACK and interupt his own supper. We called during business hours and informed him of the condition of the shower being filthy and smelling of cat urine, because everyone closes the door behind them after a shower and there is no vent( burt decided it wasn't needed, told to us by someone else). We were told people are supposed to be cleaning up after themselves. We asked if he would get a deck brush, hose and cleaning supplies for us and we would clean it for free, once a week. He said sure. A week later we saw him on the property asked about it again. He got annoyed, we dropped it and bought an external on demand hot water heater to be able to shower and feel clean. Once again it was time for rent to be paid. I noticed he had been over charging us again for may and June, not even a week after he told me that August 1st was when the rent would be raised. I saw him on the property and walked over to bring it to his attention. He got irritated and told me that it was becoming a bit much. When asked what he was talking about he stated that no one else bothers him as much as we do, and it's overwhelming. I stated to him that we haven't been unreasonable in holding him accountable for his property. I had explained previously about my husband being autistic with learning disabilities that sometimes effect how he understands things. I brought up that he stated he thinks he's autistic and his wife has told him thay his facial expressions and attitude towards people can be offputting and misinterpreted. I would think he would be more understanding. I told him he obviously has an issue with my husband and that from now on he will be dealing with me since my husband irritates him so much. He tried telling me no that wasn't the issue. I cut him off and said that was exactly the problem or it was holding him accountable, or both. He asked if we be out by then end of the month and I said no, as we have done nothing wrong. Rent is never late. Always paid. Our site is clean, we follow the rules. The next day we received a text from him telling us to be out by the end of the month and he was sorry it didn't work out. Retaliation for a woman speaking to him. Burt Zinser is a horrible business man, landlord and human being. He has issues with speaking too and dealing with woman if they try to be an equal. I truly believe he's sexist and I'm not the only woman in this park that thinks that. If you and your husband are speaking to him, you ask him a question he will disrespect you by looking at your husband and answering. Ask around, talk to people in the park, and not his favorites. I'm hoping I can attach the photos I've taken around the park and facilities but if I can't, feel free to reach out. I have no problem sharing them, in hopes you won't support this man and his park. I will be posting this in every RV group I'm a member of, local community pages and restaurants. Let's hold this man accountable for his disrespect, horrible ethics, and business. Greenbrier is a better community then this man deserves and he shouldn't be allowed to continue this way.
RangerStaff at gate was very k8nd and helpful. Grounds well kept and manicured. Camp sites under trees for,shade with water, electricity, picnic tables and fire pits. Needed to use levelers to get trailer leveled. Campground on Arkansas river at the dam and locks. Bathhouse was clean, looked like painted for this season. Only issues was heater running in shower, it was 80+ degrees didn't need more heat. I'd stay here again.
GuideI stayed 2 nights and it was a great location. I had water views on 3 sides. Site 20 is a good location for tenting, it has pretty good shade coverage. There is water and electric at the site. There are bathrooms and showers available to campers. There is a sandy beach area for swimming. The water is refreshing on a hot and humid day. The camp host is very nice and reassured me to reach out if I had any questions or problems. After dark it was surprisingly very quiet, there was a loud group camped 2 spots away from me but they were quiet after dark. The views around the lake are beautiful. I will definitely stay here again if I’m in the area. Just a side note, if the geese are troublesome, the park rangers will shoot off blanks to scare them out of the cove. This is done without warning, so it’s a bit startling.
ScoutI grew up around this area so Waveland is always a safe choice for some casual casual camping. We chose site 06 because it’s a bit separated from the other areas and since there was hardly anyone there, it was almost dead quiet. Very private and peaceful. My only complaint is that there was no one working the station where you’re supposed to check in— we tried three separate times thinking maybe they were on break or at lunch, but no luck. We also tried calling several times but no one picked up. It rained quite heavily and stormed in the area, and a part of me wonders if it got bad enough, would anyone have come notified us to leave? The lake is currently closed to swimming and most everything except fishing/boating and in a certain area— but it’s in an effort to improve wildlife and fish populations, which was already quite noticeable!
TravelerMost sites are levelish side to side with down hill slope. There appears to be no supervision in this park. We have stopped here on our way out west then on our way back. No one has checked us in or made sure we were supposed to be there. Traffic moves from the boat ramp until late at night. Still a good stopover when traveling Verizon worked well.
LegendLuckily it was close to the hospital since we had to take a visit there. Beautiful park with lake access.
GuideNice spot, especially if you get one of the old campsites. However those were taken by long term folks who either just left their trailer there with no one in it, or they ran generators through the night. The remaining campsites were inaccessible by car, so we ended up staying in the bathroom parking area. Bathrooms boarded up, no trash cans, a fair bit of trash lying around.
TravelerVery nice rv park. Fully paved. Concrete sites. A little out of level so bring needed items to level your rig. Super friendly host. Swimming pool in progress. Stayed in early May so it's getting hot.
Dispersed camping options near Perryville, Arkansas extend beyond the established campgrounds, with additional sites throughout the Ouachita National Forest. The region sits at elevations ranging from 300 to 2,700 feet, creating diverse microclimates throughout the camping areas. Water access varies significantly between sites, with some offering swimming beaches while others provide creek fishing opportunities.
Hiking to waterfalls: At Petit Jean State Park, trails range from easy to difficult with natural features like Cedar Falls. "The Cedar Falls hike is beautiful and a quick fun adventure. I recommend going to the Petit Jean Grave. The view is vast!" notes Sondra M.
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds near Perryville provide access to different fishing environments. "Just a picnic table no other amenities and the view is amazing great place to stay for free," says Sara W. about Harris Brake Lake, where fishing is popular with locals.
Water activities: Some camping areas offer boat launches and water recreation. At Cherokee Park, "The views are stunning, especially at sunset. The park is well-maintained, with clean picnic areas and plenty of space for fishing, hiking, and just relaxing by the water," according to Thomas F.
River views: Toad Suck Ferry Park offers sites with river frontage. "Just outside Conway, AR. Easy access to sites, very clean park. Plenty green areas to throw frisbee or just play with pets," reports Krashenberne.
Privacy levels: Some camping spots near Perryville offer secluded sites. "Lots of shade, easy back-in, and perfectly level. Great view of the river. Plenty of area for the kids to play," writes George L. about his experience at Toad Suck Ferry site C-07.
Wildlife viewing: The natural settings support diverse wildlife. "The fireflies here are amazing! Nobody else was camping here which made for some quiet nights. The locals fish and swim in the lake so light traffic," Julian P. shares about his experience at Harris Brake Lake.
Site reservations: Many campgrounds require advance planning. For Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, a visitor notes, "Sites are first come first served which stinks because I don't want to drive the distance to find out there are no sites. The park hosts were extremely friendly and the bathrooms were very clean."
Access challenges: Road conditions can limit site accessibility. "Make sure your car can handle the road going down to the site as it is a little rocky. Ours had no problem but some smaller cars might," advises Alec C. about the Sunsets on the Arkansas River site.
Fee structures: Costs vary between campgrounds. "Loop A $20 for full hookup, Loop B $15 for regular. Hot showers in A, cold in B; but you can use either. Price seems a little steep for a forest service campground," explains Michael M. about Lake Sylvia.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature family-friendly amenities. "The campground is divided into 4 areas - A through D. There are a total of 125 campsites. Nice playgrounds. Clean restrooms," reports George L. about facilities at Toad Suck Ferry Park.
Swimming options: Maumelle Park offers water recreation opportunities. "Made our reservations through Recreation.gov. It's a beautiful park by the AR River with lovely grounds to walk or bike. Sites are very well spaced and you can take your chairs to the river," shares Stevann H.
Campsite selection: Different loops offer varying experiences. "We stayed at Petit Jean State Park for the first time over Easter weekend. The first night we were in loop D. Unfortunately, the space was too small for our fifth wheel. So when I spoke to the visitor Center in the morning, they were able to put us in the highly desirable loop A," reports Jill B.
Leveling requirements: Campsite terrain varies significantly. "Many sites are unlevel and require significant leveling chocks to get it truly level," Ryan S. warns about some sites at Petit Jean State Park's B loop.
Hookup configurations: Electric, water, and sewer connections differ between sites. "Some sites have water and the picnic table on the opposite sides of the camper. It's purely inconvenient and I'm not sure why this is this way. Pay attention when you book your site to campsite photos," advises Ryan S.
Reservation strategies: For the most desired RV sites, plan ahead. "A loop pros: it's new, it's laid out ideally, full hook up sites with sewer, and plenty of gravel and concrete. 'Stays booked 93% of the year' -Park Office. It's really hard to get a reservation if you don't book at least a year out in A loop," according to Ryan S. about Petit Jean State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Perryville, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Perryville, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 213 campgrounds and RV parks near Perryville, AR and 45 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Perryville, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Perryville, AR is Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 108 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Perryville, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 45 free dispersed camping spots near Perryville, AR.
What parks are near Perryville, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 29 parks near Perryville, AR that allow camping, notably Ozark-St. Francis National Forests and Nimrod Lake.
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