Hiking and riding trails through the Ouachita National Forest give this KOA a practical base for active trips. Sites are heavily shaded by trees, though reviewers note the layout runs a bit tight and uneven terrain means leveling may be needed. Full hookups, including sewer on most sites, serve RVs up to 60 feet, and the office stocks basic supplies. Campers wanting a different setup nearby can consider Iron Mountain, about a mile southwest, or browse campgrounds around Mena for additional options in the area.
Description
Mena / Ouachita National Forest KOA Journey! (Formerly Shadow Mountain RV Park) We are UTV Friendly with Wolf Pen Gap access 200 ft from the driveway! No trailering from the campground is necessary!
Nestled near the renowned Wolf Pen Gap, our campground blends convenience and tranquility. Enjoy spacious RV sites with full hookups, cozy tent sites, and cabins. Relax in the seasonal pool, stay connected with Wi-Fi, and take advantage of our bathhouse and fishing. Ride directly to the trails - perfect for off-roading and ATV camping. With storm shelters for peace of mind, we're your ideal Arkansas camping base in the Ouachita Mountains.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsKOA Mena/ Ouachita National Forest Journey is located in Arkansas near Mena
Directions
directly on Highway 71
Address
3708 Highway 71 S
Mena, AR 71953
Coordinates
34.53848507 N
94.31547075 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 7 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 7/25/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 7 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 7/25/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 34 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 35 min from Hot Springs, AR
- 1 hr 42 min from Texarkana, TX
- 2 hrs 21 min from Fayetteville, AR






