Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park
Nicci B.
Reviewed Mar. 20, 2021

We had a great time!

We tent camped Loop C, site 74. The wooded site backed up on a creek that you can faintly hear at night. There was a large hill between us and the site on the right so they were not visible. The site on the left wasn’t super close and there were many trees between the two. There is a site directly across but 74 is set fairly far back from road and again, wooded. The restrooms were just round the bend and well maintained. It was not super crowded the week we were there but it was mid March. Highly recommend this site. Quiet hours were respected. Wood and ice were available at The Visitor’s Center at $6.00 a bundle and $3.00 a bag. However, when we were there, the visitor’s center closed at 5. There is a very limited gift shop that has a few camping supplies. The nearest other store is at least 15/20 minutes away. Many of the locals also sell bundles of wood on the way into the park. There were tons of things to do in the park. We just did the smaller hikes to Bear Cave and Rock House Cave. They say easy but only the 13 year old thought so, lol. Cedar Creek waterfall was very impressive! So many overlooks.
Drive Red Bluff drive for some impressive views! Speaking of great views, Petit Jean’s supposed grave offers an unbelievable view that I’m guessing is close to 275 degrees around. A must see for sure!

  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Nicci B., March 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Nicci B., March 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Nicci B., March 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Nicci B., March 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Nicci B., March 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Nicci B., March 20, 2021
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