Accessible only by hiking to the summit of Tall Peak, this walk-in campground centers around an active fire lookout tower where campers can sleep on the upper level. The site sits 7.5 miles north of areas with camping near Umpire and allows campfires, pets, and alcohol consumption. Recent visitors report dramatic temperature swings overnight, with one camper experiencing a 20-degree drop and strong wind gusts during their stay. The elevated position provides expansive sunrise and sunset views across the Arkansas landscape. Shady Lake Campground offers a more sheltered alternative less than two miles southeast for those preferring traditional ground-level camping.
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Location
Public CampgroundTall Peak Fire Lookout is located in Arkansas
Coordinates
34.3869997 N
94.0430749 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
