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GeneralFire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all wood-burning fires. Charcoal and gas grills are permitted in designated areas.
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About Rising Star
Number of accommodations: 24
Campground Amenities
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (154)
What Guests Are Saying
Rising Star is a well-maintained and peaceful campground located along the Arkansas River, offering spacious sites and clean facilities. Many visitors praised the friendly and helpful camp host, as well as the beautiful views and quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. While some noted challenges with maneuvering larger rigs and a desire for more fishing access, overall experiences were positive, highlighting the campground as a hidden gem worth revisiting.
What Guests Are Saying
Rising Star is a well-maintained and peaceful campground located along the Arkansas River, offering spacious sites and clean facilities. Many visitors praised the friendly and helpful camp host, as well as the beautiful views and quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. While some noted challenges with maneuvering larger rigs and a desire for more fishing access, overall experiences were positive, highlighting the campground as a hidden gem worth revisiting.
Review Summary
Bruce T
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: C-14, Loop: RSTA
Rising Star is a beautiful park. We only stayed one night, but it was quiet and peaceful. A true hidden gem.
Barry L
VerifiedNovember 5, 2021 • Stayed at: C-03, Loop: RSTA
Very nice, quiet park on the river. Enjoyed our time.
patsy b
VerifiedOctober 25, 2021 • Stayed at: C-10, Loop: RSTA
It was beautiful and well kept!
Samuel J
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: C-04, Loop: RSTA
Site C-4 had plenty of room and close to the river for fishing. Enjoyed every bit of my time there.
Jeffrey H
VerifiedOctober 10, 2021 • Stayed at: C-06, Loop: RSTA
Beautiful location right along the Arkansas River. RV sites are all flat, covered concrete table, lot of grassy areas, excellent bathroom/showers. Told the fishing is very good but a boat would be needed.
Kathleen L
VerifiedOctober 9, 2021 • Stayed at: C-10, Loop: RSTA
Great location. Very peaceful.
Bradley H
VerifiedOctober 4, 2021 • Stayed at: C-09, Loop: RSTA
Very nice COE park! Very well kept and beautiful views of the Arkansas River.
Kevin S
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2021 • Stayed at: C-13, Loop: RSTA
Was an excellent stop along the river. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Ashley D
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: C-06, Loop: RSTA
Very clean & quiet park. Will definitely be back
Michael G
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: B-02, Loop: RSTA
Loved how the sites were spread out! And a nice clean bathhouse. Our stay was very pleasant!
Location Rising Star
Address:
Po Box 7835
Pine Bluff, AR, 71611-7835
United States
From Pine Bluff, Arkansas, take U.S. Highway 65 south for 7.8 miles to Linwood. Turn left on Blankinship Road, drive 3.5 miles and follow the signs for Rising Star Campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.1689 / -91.7367
Elevation: 61 feet
Policies & Rules
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Host is on duty from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
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Campsites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis |
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Check-in time is 4 p.m. and check-out time is 2 p.m. |
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For group shelter, check-in time is 8 a.m. and check-out time is 10 p.m. |
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Poisonous snakes are found in the area, use caution when walking through brush |
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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. |
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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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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 |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralFire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all wood-burning fires. Charcoal and gas grills are permitted in designated areas.
