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Beginner Camping in Arkansas State Parks

Arkansas is forgiving for new campers because many parks combine wooded sites, bathhouses, lakes, and short trails.

Choose a state park campground first, then add waterfalls, overlooks, paddling, or mountain trails as confidence grows.

4 places to start

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1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR 72110

501-727-5431

11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774

479-761-3325

5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine, AR 71956

501-767-9366

16878 AR-309, Paris, AR 72855

479-963-8502