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White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
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White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

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General Store
General Store

About White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

Experience nature and adventure at historic White Rock Mountain! This National Forest Recreation Area features three unique and rustic natural stone cabins and a large natural stone lodge built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Each features a stone fireplace new, antique, and original wood furniture handcrafted by the CCC. Wind, rain and natural elements had caused the deterioration of the buildings over the years. In 1987 a volunteer group, Friends of White Rock, began a project to renovate the historic structures. With a lot of commitment and hard work, the lodge and cabins were restored to their original state in 1991. White Rock Mountain also offers nine primitive family camping sites. These easily accessible shaded campsites include tents pads, fire rings, grills, picnic tables and access to restrooms and water. Small RVs or pop-up campers can be accommodated at a few sites.

Number of accommodations: 13

Campground Amenities

  • General Store
    General Store
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

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

Sites & Availability

13 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
No Hookups
$15.00
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
No Hookups
$15.00
/ per night
03, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$15.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
No Hookups
Price not available
05, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$15.00
/ per night
06, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$15.00
/ per night
07, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$15.00
/ per night
08, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$15.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🏠 CABIN A, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$215.00
/ per night
🏠 CABIN B, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$215.00
/ per night
🏠 CABIN C, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$215.00
/ per night
🏠 LODGE, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$215.00
/ per night

Reviews (313)

What Guests Are Saying

White Rock Mountain Recreation Area offers stunning views, cozy cabins, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for visitors. The staff, particularly Amber and Ross, receive high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness, enhancing the overall experience. While some guests noted issues with strong scents from mattress protectors and road conditions, the positive aspects, including clean facilities and enjoyable hiking trails, overwhelmingly outweigh the negatives.

Review Summary

4.7
313 reviews
5
82.1%
257
4
12.1%
38
3
3.2%
10
2
0.6%
2
1
1.9%
6

Albert C

Verified

September 22, 2022 Stayed at: 07, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Very nice location, high in the Ozark mountains. The recreation area is essentially the very top of White Rock Mountain, with cliffs dropping off all around you. Pretty cool! There is a nice, easy two mile loop going all the way around the recreation area as well as picnic, day use and viewing spots at one end of the site. The campsites are tucked away and at least during my stay were nice and quiet.
There is a general store a short walk away which has a some basic items available, like bug spray, charcoal, ice, and ice cream. Pretty handy.
The campground host we dealt with (Amber) was born to do this job. She's the most genuine and informative host I've ever dealt with I think.
From what I understand the area gets crazy crowded during the fall color season but that's to be expected. I'll bet the views are unbelievable.
I'm planning on going back.

Victoria F

Verified

July 17, 2022 Stayed at: 08, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Trail and Overlook were spectacular.

Shannon E

Verified

July 15, 2022 Stayed at: 05, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

4

We had a great time here. The camp hosts were very nice and helpful. The hikes were beautiful. One of the best views of Arkansas is about a 5 min walk from the campsites. It was breathtaking. The road to get up there wasn’t as bad as we were expecting, but it’s still not an easy trek. We camped during the first week of July, which we regret because it was super hot. The gnats and flies were really bad as well. But we do want to come back here in the future during the fall to see the changing colors of trees.

Kristina L

Verified

June 27, 2022 Stayed at: 08, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Very clean and everyone is so nice. Wonderful view to wake up to. Wasn’t sure if it was the time of year that we went but the bugs were so horrible it took us a minute to set up camp. Good swimming spot under the bridge and plenty of hiking trails! The general store has everything you need if you left something at home.

Debjit R

Verified

June 12, 2022 Stayed at: 03, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Beautiful campground. Great sunset point in very short distance. Lots of nice trails. Would definitely come back.

Justin J

Verified

June 9, 2022 Stayed at: 09, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Had a medium sized group at site 9 with plenty of space for; 3 tents 2 (could fit 3) cars & 3 hammocks easily, with 2 durable stone tables & plenty of extra room.

About 30-50 yards downhill into the forest following a small footpath will take you to a portion of the rim trail and has a incredible view if you hike down a little.

The staff upkeeping the grounds were extremely extremely friendly and overall I and my group couldn’t recommend white rock any more, the grounds are very well kept and the views can’t be beat. Will certainly be returning!

Danielle S

Verified

June 7, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

This is a beautiful spot with the best staff! We loved our time here!

Kelly M

Verified

May 26, 2022 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

1

This place would've been great as a day trip (the rim trail is beautiful and great CCC history), but I was a little unhappy as a 3-day camper. The place is kind of falling apart, so there's some accessibility issues and a lot of construction noise and road grading going on, and it's supposed to be a 24/7 quiet hours campground! Road up there was closed - signage for detour was not obvious and there was no email communication about that. Worst part was they sold me wet firewood with no amends.

Kevin B

Verified

May 5, 2022 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Amber and her crew keep the campground and entire public areas in excellent condition, and she is very helpful and pleasant to guests. This was an enjoyable camping and outdoor experience.

Amy A

Verified

May 4, 2022 Stayed at: CABIN A, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA

5

Cabin A was great! Beautiful location and beautiful view. Excellent staff at the office/store, with very helpful info about hiking in the area.

Location White Rock Mountain Recreation Area

Address:
21923 Bowles Gap Rd
Winslow, AR, 72959
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.6899 / -93.9564

Elevation: 698 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

ROAD DETOUR - If you plan to travel North from I-40 (Exit 24), please follow the detour signs posted in Fern. Or you may take the Alma/71B exit, travel North to Mountainburg, then head East on Old Locke Rd to Hurricane Creek Road to get to White Rock. Please call 479-369-4128 if you need assistance. Thank you! For general information please call 479-369-4128, Monday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., or visit whiterockmountain.com .

Campground Check-in: 1:00PM - 7:00PM - Cabin Check-In: 3:00PM - 7:00PM
You must call 479-369-4128 the DAY OF ARRIVAL to arrange for a late check-in or to hold your site or cabin if you are not arriving on your scheduled day. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of reservation and/or a $20 no show fee.
Check-out for all sites is 11am. Failure to do so will result in an extra nights fee.
The Primary Guest will be required to sign a waiver at the time of check-in. If your party is arriving early you must email: whiterockrecreation@gmail.com with their names to allow access prior to your arrival. The Primary Guest will still need to check-in upon arrival.

General

DANGER! High Cliff Area! Hike at your own risk. Children MUST be strictly supervised at all times.

General

DAY-USE: Picnic areas and shelters are for day use only, open from sunrise to sunset. There is a day use fee of $3.00 per vehicle. Guests with Cabin or Campsite reservations do not pay the $3.00 fee.

General

PETS: Pets are allowed in the recreation area and campground, they must remain on a leash at all times. CABIN PET DEPOSIT: $200 CASH ONLY, fully refundable, is required for pets in the Cabins. Required at time of check-in. Failure to pay will result in a $200 fine. View the pet policy here: https://www.whiterockmountain.com/pet-policy

General

WILDLIFE: Wildlife area, keep all food & trash properly secured especially when you are away from your site. DO NOT feed the bears/wildlife.

General

CABIN AMENITIES: The Lodge/Cabins are fully furnished, guests must bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Please visit whiterockmountain.com for full details and photos of each cabin.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a strict limit on guests per Cabin or Campsite, exceeding the limit will terminate your stay immediately. Campground guests are not allowed to use the Cabin amenities.
NO EV charging available at this time.

General

OHV USE: OHV use is not permitted within the park. Any guest that brings OHV's must keep them on the trailer and must trailer them to approved OHV trail heads for use. We are more than happy to help with directions.

General

HUNTING: No hunting, cleaning, nor remains disposal allowed within the 58 acre White Rock Mountain Recreation Area. Please review Ozark-St. Francis hunting information here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/osfnf/recreation/hunting

General

STORE: The General Store/Office offers souvenirs, HOT pizza, snacks, charcoal, lighter fluid, beverages, ice, ice-cream, firewood ($8+tax, delivered), trail maps, and other supplies. The nearest grocery store and gas station is approximately 1 hour away, please plan accordingly. For a list of grocery stores and excellent restaurants please visit: https://www.whiterockmountain.com/faq

General

FIREWOOD: Firewood is available to purchase at the White Rock General Store. $8+tax for a large bundle, delivered to your site. Orders must be placed by 5pm for delivery, PLEASE call ahead and order if you will be arriving after 5pm. Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal. Visit dontmovefirewood.org

General

IMPORTANT: For navigation PLEASE use Google Maps ONLY. Enter "White Rock Mountain Recreation Area" for the most accurate directions. DO NOT use your vehicles GPS for navigation. Please call 479-369-4128 for assistance.

General

Quiet hours are 24/7. Rowdiness, loud music, abusive language, drunkeness, and possession or use of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited. GENERATORS ARE NOT ALLOWED.

General

YOU MUST keep your campsite and cabin clean and orderly at all times. Excessive filth will result in a $250 cleaning fee.

General

CANCELLATION POLICY: Recreation.gov charges customers a $10.00 cancellation fee, and they also keep the reservation fee. You will forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or campsite reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. The only reason that justifies a fully or partially refunded cancellation/early departure is ice and snow that make the roads impassible. Rain, cold, heat, NOR ANY OTHER REASON, including a personal emergency, temproary utility disruption, etc will warrant a fully refunded cancellation within 14 days of your stay or an early departure refund.

General

TRASH POLICY: THE CAMPGROUND is STRICTLY pack it in, pack it out. Trash service is (unfortunately) not available in our area, please keep that in mind when packing. Be prepared to take your trash home or to the nearest gas station/recycling center. Thank you!

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