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About Steel Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 39
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly
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River Access
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (123)
What Guests Are Saying
Steel Creek Campground is consistently praised for its stunning beauty, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers. Campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, respectful guests, and friendly campground hosts, alongside easy access to the nearby Buffalo National River for activities like floating and hiking. While there are some minor issues with bathroom facilities and noise from other campers, the overall experience is highly positive, with many visitors eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Steel Creek Campground is consistently praised for its stunning beauty, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers. Campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, respectful guests, and friendly campground hosts, alongside easy access to the nearby Buffalo National River for activities like floating and hiking. While there are some minor issues with bathroom facilities and noise from other campers, the overall experience is highly positive, with many visitors eager to return.
Review Summary
Penny B
VerifiedOctober 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 04 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Beautiful campground, clean bathrooms. Wish there was more reservable sites.
Justin R
VerifiedOctober 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 02 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Ranger was extremely helpful while making his morning rounds and campsites were very clean. Had a great hike on the BRT and had multiple sightings of the nearby elk herd. Our kids loved the experience and the night sky was spectacular.
Briana G
VerifiedOctober 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 06 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
We really enjoyed our stay here. Bathrooms are basic with two stalls. Bathrooms were clean.
There isn’t much of a view from the campsites.
No cell service or internet. Lots of good hiking trails nearby. Each campsite by the trees has
an unofficial trail down to the river. The campsites in the trees could have more underbrush cleared out so there is more room for tents etc. There is an official trail to the river for swimming etc.
The rangers were very friendly and helpful.
Would camp here again.
Dale M
VerifiedJuly 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 02 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Always a beautiful experience.
Brian R
VerifiedJuly 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 04 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Great stretch of the BRT from Steel Creek to Ponca.
Patrick T
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 05 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
We loved it
Megan H
VerifiedJune 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 04 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Beautiful secluded campsite right by the Buffalo. Well kept and quiet. Nice to get away from cell phone service and electricity!
Marion H
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 02 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
We had a wonderful time camping at Steel Creek. Being so close to the Buffalo River is such a plus. All the grand kids had lots of fun playing in the river, looking at rocks, and catching tadpoles .
Mackenzie H
VerifiedMay 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 06 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Beautiful campground! Mostly clean restrooms and overall great experience
William S
VerifiedMay 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 02 - Tent Site, Loop: Main Loop
Very nice campground with river access. Restrooms were clean and well maintained.
Location Steel Creek Campground
Address:
386 Nc 2104
Jasper, AR, 72641
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.0302 / -93.3419
Elevation: 476 feet
Policies & Rules
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Sites 27 - 39 are our Equestrian Camping Sites only for campers with horses. |
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The facility is available for camping free of charge outside of the reservation season, generally November 15th to March 15th every year. |
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Climbing and/or diving from the bluffs is dangerous and highly discouraged. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. |
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All park trails are closed to pets with the exception of the Buffalo River Trail, only on the section of trail between Ponca and Steel Creek, the Villines Homestead Trail at Ponca, the Mill Creek Trail (trailhead is at the Pruitt river access area in the Upper District), the Tyler Bend Campground trails (Spring Hollow, Buck Ridge, and Rock Wall in the Middle District), and all three Buffalo Point Campground trails (Forest Trail, Overlook Trail, and Campground Trail in the Lower District). For more information visit the Pets page on the park website. |
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Do not swim alone during high water. |
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Please be aware that some special events held at the pavilions or anywhere in the park (such as weddings, press receptions, concerts, et al) require a Special Use Permit in addition to the pavilion reservation. To obtain a Special Use Permit or additional information, please contact the Commercial Services office at (870) 365-2724. For more information visit the Special Park Uses page on the park website. |
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Please be advised that providing business services within an NPS unit is prohibited per CFR 5.3 without a written Authorization or Permit approved by the Superintendent. This includes services such as RV or tent delivery & set-up, firewood sales and delivery, shuttle (transportation) services, and guided hikes, floats, etc. For a list of approved visitor services and to learn more about working with Buffalo National River, please visit the Doing Business with the Park page on the park website. |
