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31 total sitesAbout Pendleton Bend
Activities & Attractions
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Boating
Fishing
Year-round
Fishing
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (311)
What Guests Are Saying
Pendleton Bend is a well-maintained campground with friendly hosts and ample space between sites, making it a great choice for families. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful views along the Arkansas River, and abundant wildlife. While some minor issues like rough entry roads and limited cell reception exist, the overall experience is positive, with many returning for the peaceful atmosphere and scenic surroundings.
What Guests Are Saying
Pendleton Bend is a well-maintained campground with friendly hosts and ample space between sites, making it a great choice for families. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful views along the Arkansas River, and abundant wildlife. While some minor issues like rough entry roads and limited cell reception exist, the overall experience is positive, with many returning for the peaceful atmosphere and scenic surroundings.
Review Summary
Tommy P
VerifiedMay 4, 2024 • Stayed at: A-16, Loop: A
Need work on mens bathroom small shower will not shut off att times other than that great place to camp and fish
Tommy P
VerifiedMay 4, 2024 • Stayed at: A-16, Loop: A
Need work on mens bathroom small shower will not shut off att times other than that great place to camp and fish
Steven Q
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: A-14, Loop: A
Beautiful campground
Steven Q
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: A-14, Loop: A
Beautiful campground
merle c
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: C-02, Loop: B
nice paved cg with good size LEVEL sites. We camped in the first part of the GC on the levy not much boat traffic but a lot of fishermen towing boats to the dam where there were MANY people fishing. Some level sites in the cg at the end of the park, it was packed earlyv4-24 with boats n class c's n truck campers. People were nice.
merle c
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: C-02, Loop: B
nice paved cg with good size LEVEL sites. We camped in the first part of the GC on the levy not much boat traffic but a lot of fishermen towing boats to the dam where there were MANY people fishing. Some level sites in the cg at the end of the park, it was packed earlyv4-24 with boats n class c's n truck campers. People were nice.
Katherine K
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 • Stayed at: A-16, Loop: A
Beautiful, quiet and clean describe this wonderful campground
Katherine K
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 • Stayed at: A-16, Loop: A
Beautiful, quiet and clean describe this wonderful campground
Wendi C
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: A-16, Loop: A
Hidden gem. We love the large spaces, quiet and clean atmosphere, and room to run, walk, and bike.
Wendi C
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: A-16, Loop: A
Hidden gem. We love the large spaces, quiet and clean atmosphere, and room to run, walk, and bike.
Location & Directions for Pendleton Bend
426 Highway 212 East, Dumas, AR 71639 United States
Elevation: 54 ft
Getting There
From Dumas, Arkansas, take US-165 north for 9 mi to State Route 212. Head east for 2 mi and
follow signs to the park.
Highway access
Access to Pendleton Bend is via US-165, which is approximately 9 miles south of the campground. From US-165, travelers can take State Route 212 east for 2 miles to reach the park.
Policies & Rules
General
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- Only wood and paper products may be placed in the fire rings. All trash must be placed in dumpsters and trash cans.
- Limited cellular phone service in the Campground and Park areas.
- No more than 2 tents per campsite, or 1 camper and 1 tent.
- CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.
- STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec
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Last updated: October 20, 2026