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Steel Creek Campground

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71% of weekends booked at top sites·Peak May–Jul·40 sites

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The 10 most popular campsites at Steel Creek Campground

The hardest sites to book at this park, reserving 71% of weekend nights in peak season (May–Jul). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site 25 - Tent Site

Best here

Ranked #1 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 26 - Tent Site

Top pick

Ranked #2 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 24 - Tent Site

Top pick

Ranked #3 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 04 - Tent Site

Standout

Ranked #4 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 02 - Tent Site

Standout

Ranked #5 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 23 - Tent Site

Decent

Ranked #6 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Waterfront

Site 12 - Tent Site

Decent

Ranked #6 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 19 - Tent Site

Decent

Ranked #8 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 06 - Tent Site

Decent

Ranked #9 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 22 - Tent Site

Decent

Ranked #10 of 40

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 6 · Electric

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About this park

The Buffalo National River flows free over swift running rapids and quiet pools for its 135-mile (217 km) length. One of the few remaining rivers in the lower 48 states without dams, the Buffalo cuts its way through massive limestone bluffs traveling eastward through the Arkansas Ozarks and into the White River.

Recreation
Paddling conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river are technical and should not be attempted by novices. For current paddling conditions, please check with an outfitter (visit our Guided Services web page ), call the Tyler Bend Visitor Center at 870-439-2502, or check the Buffalo National River Float Guide Dashboard

Nearby
The Buffalo River Trail runs through Steel Creek and offers great day hiking or overnight backcountry opportunities. Boxley Valley is nearby and is home to Lost Valley, an easy to moderate trail that leads hikers past geologic and water formations. Visit the park's Hiking Trails web page for more information..

Phone: 870-861-2570
Facilities: Steel Creek has 26 tent only sites and 13 sites for campers with horses/stock animals (six people and four stock animals allowed per site). There are no electrical amenities or water hookups, but flush restrooms and water spigots are available from approximately March 15 through November 15 each year.
Directions: From Fayetteville, Arkansas drive north and take US Highway 412 East for approximately 42 miles (67.5 km) to the intersection with State Highway 21. Take highway 21 South for approximately 17 miles (27 km) to the intersection of State Highway 43. Here, take highway 43 East for about 5 miles (8 km) to the intersection of State Highway 74. Here, turn right onto highway 74 and drive about 2 miles (3.2 km) to Steel Creek Road. Turn left and drive approximately .5 miles (.8 km) down into the campground. At the bottom of the hill the main campground will be to your left and the horse camp will be to your right. From Little Rock, Arkansas take Interstate 40 West for approximately 93 miles (150 km) to Exit 64. At Exit 64 take Business Highway 64 west through the town of Lamar for about 4 miles (6.5 km) to the intersection of State Highway 21. Take Highway North for about 48 miles (77 km) to the intersection of State Highway 43. Here, take highway 43 East for about 5 miles (8 km) to the intersection of State Highway 74. Here, turn right onto highway 74 and drive about 2 miles (3.2 km) to Steel Creek Road. Turn left and drive approximately .5 miles (.8 km) down into the campground. At the bottom of the hill the main campground will be your left and the horse camp will be on your right. From Springfield, Missouri take US Highway 65 South for approximately 70 miles (112.6 km) to the town of Harrison. In Harrison, take State Highway 7 South about 1 mile (1.6 km) through downtown Harrison until you come to the intersection of State Highway 43 on your right. Follow highway 43 for about 25 miles (40 km) until to get to the intersection of State Highway 74. Turn left onto highway 74 and drive about 2 miles (3.2 km) to Steel Creek Road. Turn left and drive approximately .5 miles (.8 km) down into the campground. At the bottom of the hill the main campground will be your left and the horse camp will be on your right.