Top 5 reasons why it is a fun place to visit:
- Visit the Arkansas Railroad Museum
- Check out the Delta Rivers Nature Center
- Visit the Artes and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas
- Check out the Murals of Pine Bluff
- Visit the Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame
List of top ten RV Parks in the Pine Bluff, AR area:
(Disclaimer: information is a compilation of researched info as published online and does not necessarily reflect the experience or opinion of the author)
The RV parks have been ranked and are listed from “Most Recommended” to “Least Recommended” based on reviews, feedback, amenities, and preference. Cost was not the primary ranking driver. Please note that weekend RV families with children might have different needs than full-time RV “snowbirds”.
1. Saracen Trace RV Park
Phone: (870)-534-0711
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: none
Total RV sites: 51
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Surrounded by mature trees providing shade to each site, this park is a basic woods park with hookups and nice level sites. It’s close to everything to do in Pine Bluff.
What makes this park unique?
As a classic County Park, this park merges history and basic amenities for a fun relaxing stay. It’s a quiet park, surrounded by nature.
- Picnic tables
- Playground
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Dump station
- Affordable
- None
2. Burns Park
Phone: (501)-771-0702
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: www.arkansas.com
Total RV sites: 54
Hookups: full hookups (30/ or 50, water, sewer), partial (30 or 50, water) to primitive sites (no hookups)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
With 1,700 acres, this park is Arkansas’ largest municipal park. It also boasts two 18-hole disc golf courses, two real golf courses, a dog park, a softball and baseball complex, a pre-Civil War log cabin, a seasonal amusement park and many other things.
What makes this park unique?
This park is an incredible opportunity to stay in an area that offers all kinds of outdoor activities to stay active and busy. There is no length limit on the RVs.
- Location
- Golf
- Disc golf
- Baseball/softball complex
- Amusement park
- Bocce ball
- No pitbulls allowed
3. Maumelle Park Campground
Phone: (501)-868-9477 or (501)-340-1003 for medical sites
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: www.recreation.gov
Total RV sites: 128
Hookups: partial (30/50, water), dump station on site
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
A quiet park located by water, with level paved sites under mature trees-this park is a serene getaway for those who seek some peace and quiet at an affordable rate.
What makes this park unique?
This park offers medical sites (access to an UAMS Medical Site for convalescing patients)-this must be cleared with the park ranger first prior to reservations.
- Bird watching
- Lake access
- Nature
- Boat ramp
- None
4. Cane Creek State Park
Phone: (870)-628-4714
Hours: 9:30 AM-7:00 PM
Website: www.arkansasstateparks.com
Total RV sites: 29 (11 full hook-up and 18 partial)
Hookups: full (30 or 50, water, sewer) or partial (electric, water)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
“Cane Creek State Park is a 2,053-acre Arkansas state park in Lincoln County, Arkansas in the United States. Straddling the Gulf Coastal Plain and the Mississippi Delta, the park includes the 1,675-acre Cane Creek Lake, a wooded lake which borders Bayou Bartholomew, the world’s longest bayou.” (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cane_Creek_State_Park)
What makes this park unique?
This park is surrounded by many different deciduous trees that provide shade to the camping sites but also make it look spectacular throughout the seasons. Even more amazing, according to their Website, “ [l]ocated where the Coastal Plain meets the Mississippi Delta, this park offers you the opportunity to experience both in one visit. The trail system is a point of pride at the park.
Trail run, ride, or backpack through rolling terrain, along the lake, and across three suspension bridges. Paddle or fish Cane Creek Lake.
Explore nearby Bayou Bartholomew, the world’s longest bayou. Interpretive programs include guided walking, biking, kayaking, and birding tours.” (Source: https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/cane-creek-state-park?id=34#.UVH8zHcW1ok)
- Surroundings
- Playground
- Walking path
- Boat launch
- Fishing pier
- Bird watching
- Picnic tables
- Dump station
- Fishing
- Biking trails
- None
5. Willow Beach Campground
Phone: (501)-961-1332
Hours: 8 AM-6 PM
Website: www.recreation.gov
Total RV sites: 21
Hookups: partial (30 and water only)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
According to their Website, “ Willow Beach Campground is located near the David D.Terry Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River. The wealth of recreational opportunities in the Arkansas River Valley provides visitors with endless fun for the whole family.
Outdoor activities such as camping, picnicking, boating and sightseeing are favorite pastimes. (Source: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232746)
What makes this park unique?
“The park is in a forested area along the riverfront, close to the rolling fields of cotton farms. It is 193 feet above sea level; winters are generally mild and summer temperatures reach the upper 90s with high humidity.
Red fox are frequently seen in the park, along with deer and armadillo, and numerous species of waterfowl live in the water and along the shores.” (Source: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232746?tab=info)
- Shaded sites
- Walking trails
- Lake access
- Wildlife
- None
6. Downtown Riverside RV Park
Phone: (501)-340-5312
Hours: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Website: downtownriversidervpark.com
Total RV sites: 61
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes (up to 3)
Wi-Fi: Yes
Right downtown North Little Rock, right on the banks of Arkansas River, this park is in a great location to explore the city while having a great waterview.
What makes this park unique?
Balancing nature and nightlife, this park is a great spot for anyone who loves camping, but also wants to enjoy all that Little Rock has to offer in terms of tourism and culture. There are pubs and restaurants, museums and parks, shops and malls. Tent-camping is not allowed.
- Location
- Clubhouse
- Laundry
- Complimentary use of the Hastings Pavilion
- On-site management
- Level sites
- Affordable
- Noise
- No shade (cement lots only)
7. Silver Eagle RV Park
Phone: (501)-681-1843
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Website: none
Total RV sites: 35
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Small and quiet RV park with access to major amenities and tourist attractions in the area.
What makes this park unique?
This park has nice level sites and shade trees all around the park. It is within close driving distance to shops and restaurants. It’s a great place to stay for a few days and relax.
Note: 65 ft max RV length.
- Laundry
- Cable TV
- None
8. Cherokee Lakes RV Park
Phone: (501)-847-1288
Hours: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Website: www.arkansas.com
Total RV sites: 34
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer) or partial (electric and water only)-dump station on site
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes (in the office area)
This park opened to the public in 2011 and boasts a 170-acre wildlife habitat. It’s in a more secluded area for quiet and privacy.
What makes this park unique?
This is a smaller park with full hookups and ideal for people who look for a place to unplug and relax. It’s a nice area and the smaller size makes it more intimate and quiet.
- Laundry
- Dump station
- Handicap-accessible amenities
- Glass pavilion with large fireplace
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Exercise equipment
- None
9. Rising Star Campground
Phone: (870)-534-0451
Hours: 9:30 AM-6:00 PM
Website: www.recreation.gov
Total RV sites: 25
Hookups: partial (30/50, water)
Pool/Hot tub: No
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
As their Website states, “Rising Star Campground is located on the Arkansas River by Pool 3 Lock and Dam. Whether camping, fishing, boating or just relaxing in the sun, this area provides something for everyone.” (Source: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232688)
What makes this park unique?
“The campground is popular among fishermen. There is excellent catfish fishing in the tail-waters of Joe Hardin Lock and Dam as well as Emmitt Sanders Lock and Dam at the upstream end of Pool 3. Anglers often catch bass, crappie and bream. Hunting is available in nearby forests, and there is duck hunting on the waterways.
On shore, families enjoy picnicking and using the playground.” (Source: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232688?tab=info)
- Fishing
- Boating
- Firepit
- BBQ
- Grills
- Dump station
- Playground
- None
10. Little Rock North/Junction I-40 KOA
Phone: (800)-562-4598
Hours: 9:30 AM-7:00 PM
Website: koa.com
Total RV sites: approx. 85
Hookups: full (30/50, water, sewer)
Pool/Hot tub: Yes
Showers: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Located only minutes to downtown Little Rock, yet still in nature, this park is a great combination of camping vibe and accessibility to the city. There is direct access to the Arkansas River Trail right from the campground.
What makes this park unique?
This KOA Journey is designed for extended comfortable stay, with cable TV and cabins to rent. This park is ¼ mile away from Wild River Country, which is Arkansas’ largest water park.
- Surroundings
- Fishing
- Boating
- Sports activities
- Cable TV (72 channels)
- Ice cream
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Pavillion
- Propane
- Big-rig friendly sites (max length 95 ft)
- Snack bar
- Bike rentals
- KOA patio
- KOA pricing
TIPS TO GET TO PINE BLUFF
Pine Bluff is located south of Little Rock, Arkansas and can be accessed via US-270 from the North or US-79 from the Northeast. When coming from the Southeast, one can take either the US-65 or US-425. I-530 connects Pine Bluff to Little Rock. The White River National Wildlife Refuge is located East of Pine Bluff and provides plenty of nature exploration opportunities.