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"Awesome location right near and easy access to the falls. No water and there is a “out house” type of restroom."
"We take our border collies and they are able to follow with minimal assistance."
$23 - $40 / night
"There's a canoe launch, volleyball, basketball, playground, horseshoes... showers and toilets are clean and there is easy access to hiking trails."
"Near Gillham Lake but on the river below the spillway."
"Shady Lake is a great place to get away from it all. It has a beautiful lake, a creek and trails to hike on. There is tent and RV camping sites."
"Loop C has nothing but is my favorite because of its proximity to available camping near the creek."
"The campground is tricky to locate, I would recommend familiarizing yourself with the directions especially if you are arriving after dark."
"This place is a beautifull forested remote area and you have to drive over 4.5 miles to get to the campsite, its a two lane dirt road, lookout for deer and other critters crossing."
$25 / night
"It was off the beaten path. Very quiet and peaceful. It seemed most people were gone during the day, maybe working. We explored the state park down the road and went on some fun drives."
$20 - $40 / night
"We had initially planned to go camping at Lake Ouachita in Arkansas; however, unfortunately we were unable to go due to the COVID crisis and Arkansas only allowing in-state residents to begin camping again"
"Watched a lot of people walk there in the dark without lights with their kids."
$12 - $105 / night
"This campground is located right off of Hwy 71 for easy access. Plenty of room for big rigs. Just a short ride to the Wolf Pen Gap trail system."
"I drive truck, always have a hard time getting in/out of places with a semi and usually end up not getting to camp. The main pavilion in the center of the grounds is HUGE!"
$23 - $45 / night
"Every site had an unobstructed view of the lake due to the unique terraced landscapes. Paved, mostly level sites with good power 30 and 50A service and shade."
"Spot is clean, has several unique sites which are enhanced lake wall decks. There are several RV sites lake view. Clean shower house, playground with pea gravel surface, boat ramp, and lake acces."
$25 - $40 / night
"There is also a beautiful pond on the grounds that was awesome to walk around and just a very pretty place to stay. I will go back👍!"
"Very nice staff and close to Mena and Ouachita national park. Sewer hook ups on almost every site and a lot of trees and well shaded area, but little tight place and not well leveled."
TravelerWe got here by chance, not knowing we would stop here for the night and just fell in love with the beauty of the trees and lake!
Easy connection for electric and water and very close by (2 min drive) is a place to dump.
There is a sweet park for little kids to play which is great!
Camp site does cost money and some are pricier than others (hence 4 stars) but overall loved it here.
TravelerThis spot was amazing, the first place I had planned for was taken, so this was my next option and it did not disappoint. The pond was calm, with some bullfrogs and snakes which were cool to experience. There was plenty of space for a couple of cars on level ground, fire pit was nicely maintained as well. Don’t mess this place up!
TravelerBeautiful little hideaway spot, elevated with cozy tree cover, very private, haven’t seen anyone the whole 3 days!
TravelerWe came to Heavener Runestone Park with three families and nine young children and had the BEST time! Totally worth the drive from Tulsa. The park is beautiful and secluded, very clean and well kept. It has some really fun little themed touches in keeping with the Viking Runestone. The history around the Runestone is so interesting, the kids loved hearing about the Vikings. The hiking was beautiful and just challenging enough to be fun while accessible for little kids. Bathrooms were clean and easily accessed from our tent sites. The views were spectacular. Out of the three cliff tent sites I would say only 1 was safe for kids, 2 and 3 were too close to the cliff (beautiful views though). The playground was really fun and right by site 1. It’s a big site so we put four tents and 15 people on that site comfortably, it also has a covered pavilion which helped us in the rain and a brief storm. The park hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming. One last note, you do need to bring your own drinking water in. We had such a great time and would totally recommend the park for adults or families. My only complaint was the persistent barking dog on the private residence by the entrance to the park, including late at night.
GuideI believe there are 8 - 12 sites here. There’s a few small, medium and a couple larger sites but no pull through except one perhaps. Most sites also have tent pads. First come first serve site with a vault toilet no pumped water but there is a clear spring you can get water from.
GuideCampground has well spaced sites. All with some lake view or on the lake. Many sites are pull thru. Concrete pads with very nice picnic table, fire pit, and separate grill. Some have shelters/roofs over the picnic table. Bathouse available with showers. Only downside is it is close to a moderately used road.
ScoutGreat little spot to visit. Private, safe, clean.
ScoutThe campground is very clean and the views are amazing. The owners are attentive and very kind.
TravelerBroken Bow area is nestled in and around the beautiful lake that supports many types of activities. The grounds are wooded, hilly and forestry - the campground areas are set up to maximize the areas available for camping - thus they are all close quarters. Be aware, there are 2 separate camping areas with 2 separate entrances and live help was not available - at least when we were there. The facilities are clean and modern but not centrally located within the camping areas.
Camping near Wickes, Arkansas, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful landscapes and a variety of campgrounds, there's something for everyone, whether you're into hiking, fishing, or just relaxing by the water.
Camping around Wickes, Arkansas, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Wickes, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 155 campgrounds and RV parks near Wickes, AR and 14 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wickes, AR is Cossatot Falls Campsites — Cossatot River State Park - Natural Area with a 5-star rating from 12 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 free dispersed camping spots near Wickes, AR.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 31 parks near Wickes, AR that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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