Rising Star

Po Box 7835, Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States
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Rising Star
Rising Star
RISING STAR
RISING STAR

Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground

About Rising Star

Rising Star Campground is located on the Arkansas River by Pool 3 Lock and Dam. Whether camping, fishing, boating or just relaxing in the sun, this area provides something for everyone.

Available sites

24 total sites
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Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

24 Sites Available

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🚐 B-01, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-02, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-03, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-04, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-05, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-06, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-07, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-08, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 B-09, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-01, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-02, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-03, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-04, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-05, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-06, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-07, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-08, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-09, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-10, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-11, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-12, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-13, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-14, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C-15, Loop: RSTA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

333 reviews

Summary

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Rising Star is a beautifully maintained campground located along the Arkansas River, offering spacious and well-separated sites with lovely views. Guests appreciate the clean facilities, helpful hosts, and peaceful environment, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and fishing. While there are some minor issues, like signage and mosquito presence, the overall experience is positive, with many visitors expressing a desire to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

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Tiffany W

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September 27, 2024 Stayed at: C-06, Loop: RSTA

This is a great little campground. Most of their camp spots are on the water, they have electric, water, covered picnic tables and fire pits. Even fish cleaning tables. 1 bathhouse building, but 4 bathrooms each with toilet, sink, shower and bench.

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Ruben G

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September 27, 2024 Stayed at: C-10, Loop: RSTA

Beautiful setting by the river! Level concrete pads with water and electric. Clean, individual full bathrooms (4). Peaceful at this time. Definite return.

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Tiffany W

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September 27, 2024 Stayed at: C-06, Loop: RSTA

This is a great little campground. Most of their camp spots are on the water, they have electric, water, covered picnic tables and fire pits. Even fish cleaning tables. 1 bathhouse building, but 4 bathrooms each with toilet, sink, shower and bench.

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david s

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August 29, 2024 Stayed at: C-15, Loop: RSTA

Very nice campground. We had the last site and except for the heat, it was very nice. Facilities were great.

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david s

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August 29, 2024 Stayed at: C-15, Loop: RSTA

Very nice campground. We had the last site and except for the heat, it was very nice. Facilities were great.

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Kellynn W

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August 1, 2024 Stayed at: C-05, Loop: RSTA

Park is well maintained. It has a lot of room to play and has a nice playground. Plenty of shaded areas. We'll be returning.

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Kellynn W

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August 1, 2024 Stayed at: C-05, Loop: RSTA

Park is well maintained. It has a lot of room to play and has a nice playground. Plenty of shaded areas. We'll be returning.

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Brian M

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May 27, 2024 Stayed at: C-03, Loop: RSTA

Facilities well maintained, friendly staff. It stormed while we where there but knowing the bathrooms served as tornado shelter give us a peace of mind.

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Brian M

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May 27, 2024 Stayed at: C-03, Loop: RSTA

Facilities well maintained, friendly staff. It stormed while we where there but knowing the bathrooms served as tornado shelter give us a peace of mind.

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Mary L

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May 23, 2024 Stayed at: C-06, Loop: RSTA

This park is clean and well managed by the camp host

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Location & Directions for Rising Star

Po Box 7835, Pine Bluff, AR 71611-7835 United States

Elevation: 61 ft

Getting There

From Pine Bluff, Arkansas, take U.S. Highway 65 south for 7.8 mi to Linwood. Turn left on Blankinship Road, drive 3.5 mi and follow the signs for Rising Star Campground.

Nearest town

Pine Bluff, AR - 19 mi

About 26 min to downtown

Highway access

Rising Star Campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 65, which is approximately 7.8 miles from Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • The host is available from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Check-in is at 4 p.m. and check-out is at 2 p.m.
  • For group shelter, check-in is at 8 a.m. and check-out is at 10 p.m.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Site capacity

  • Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Safety & rules

  • Be cautious of poisonous snakes in the area.

Fires & fuel

  • Purchase firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Clean, drain, and dry all water-contacting equipment and dispose of waste properly.
  • Take measures to prevent the spread of invasive species by cleaning gear and staying on designated paths.

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