OutReserve

Pendleton Bend

Pendleton Bend - Gatehouse
Pendleton Bend - Arkansas River
Pendleton Bend - Jardis Point
Pendleton Bend - Picnic Shelter
Pendleton Bend - Jardis Point

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
River Access
Showers

About Pendleton Bend

Pendleton Bend Campground and Day Use Park is located on the bank of the Arkansas River. The campground offers 31 campsites, a two lane boatramp, a comfort station with hot showers and restrooms, playground, picnic sites, and a group shelter that can accomodate 75 users.

Number of accommodations: 31

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
River Access
Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

31 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A-01, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-02, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-03, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-04, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-05, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-06, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-07, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-08, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-09, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-10, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-11, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-12, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-13, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-14, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-15, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-16, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-17, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 A-18, Loop: A
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-01, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-02, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-03, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-04, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-05, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-06, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-07, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-08, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-09, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 B-10, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 C-01, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 C-02, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 C-03, Loop: B
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (297)

What Guests Are Saying

Pendleton Bend is a well-maintained campground with spacious, shaded sites and a family-friendly atmosphere. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful park hosts, as well as the peaceful surroundings and wildlife. While there are some minor issues with power reliability, bathhouse hot water, and road conditions, overall experiences are positive, making it a desirable spot for repeat visits.

Review Summary

4.0
297 reviews
5
42.8%
127
4
32.3%
96
3
12.1%
36
2
9.4%
28
1
3.4%
10

Ben H

Verified

November 19, 2024 Stayed at: B-01, Loop: B

5

Very good stay

Peggy W

Verified

November 5, 2024 Stayed at: B-05, Loop: B

5

Pendleton has the best caretaker, better than any other park we have visited so far.

Peggy W

Verified

November 5, 2024 Stayed at: B-05, Loop: B

5

Pendleton has the best caretaker, better than any other park we have visited so far.

Mike V

Verified

October 30, 2024 Stayed at: C-02, Loop: B

4

Nice sunset overlooking the Arkansas River.
Friendly and helpful campground hosts.
Grass was cut all throughout campground area. No trash noticed. Bathroom bldg clean.

Mike V

Verified

October 30, 2024 Stayed at: C-02, Loop: B

4

Nice sunset overlooking the Arkansas River.
Friendly and helpful campground hosts.
Grass was cut all throughout campground area. No trash noticed. Bathroom bldg clean.

Edward E

Verified

October 28, 2024 Stayed at: A-13, Loop: A

4

Nice , secluded and lots of shade. Only downside is no phone service (C Spire) in the campground. About a mile down the road, the service was good. Other than that, the people are great, campground is very clean. I would recommend this campground to anyone traveling near or through.

Edward E

Verified

October 28, 2024 Stayed at: A-13, Loop: A

4

Nice , secluded and lots of shade. Only downside is no phone service (C Spire) in the campground. About a mile down the road, the service was good. Other than that, the people are great, campground is very clean. I would recommend this campground to anyone traveling near or through.

James M

Verified

October 16, 2024 Stayed at: A-08, Loop: A

5

Bathroom we're really bad no hot water are toilet paper in any of the bathrooms Park attendant husband put toilet paper and unstop toilets but cleaning Lady going to wait until everyone was gone to come clean them

James M

Verified

October 16, 2024 Stayed at: A-08, Loop: A

5

Bathroom we're really bad no hot water are toilet paper in any of the bathrooms Park attendant husband put toilet paper and unstop toilets but cleaning Lady going to wait until everyone was gone to come clean them

Steve H

Verified

September 20, 2024 Stayed at: A-09, Loop: A

4

Beautiful and large site A-9. Host very helpful. 30 and 50 amp. Starlink works in C sites and A9, 11 and 13. Cell service spotty. Super quiet. Would stay again!

Location Pendleton Bend

Address:
426 Highway 212 East
Dumas, AR, 71639
United States

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 33.9869 / -91.3608

Elevation: 54 feet

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: June 4, 2026

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