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Dark-sky camping in Arkansas
57 camps in Arkansas under the darkest skies (class 1–2 on our 9-step scale, from NASA night-lights).
Best areas for stargazing
- Around Mena43 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
- Around Marshall9 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Arkansas are good for stargazing?
57 camps under the darkest skies (class 1–2 on our 9-step scale, from NASA night-lights); 38 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In June expect highs near 85°F and lows near 65°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 11% also offer hiking, 7% also offer fishing, 7% also offer boating & paddling.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open stargazing in ArkansasThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
- Wolf Pen GapFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
Featuring high mountain vistas, the trail leads the rider through an array of areas, including scenic Gap Creek and Board Camp Creek. The trail continues through a forest of large pines and…
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- Cossatot Falls CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
6 tent pads, each with picnic table and fire ring
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Jefferson RidgeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalJefferson Ridge Campground is located on Dierks Lake in southwestern Arkansas. Rugged ridges bordering the lake create stunning views, and visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and…
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Free camps for stargazing
- Wolf Pen GapFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
Featuring high mountain vistas, the trail leads the rider through an array of areas, including scenic Gap Creek and Board Camp Creek. The trail continues through a forest of large pines and…
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