About White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 13
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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General Store
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
On Site Services
- General Store
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Reviews (950)
What Guests Are Saying
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area offers an incredible location with stunning views of the Boston mountains and well-maintained rustic cabins. The friendly and helpful staff, particularly the camp hosts, contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, making it a peaceful retreat for visitors. While access involves a challenging gravel road, the overall experience, including the clean facilities and beautiful hiking trails, makes it well worth the journey.
What Guests Are Saying
White Rock Mountain Recreation Area offers an incredible location with stunning views of the Boston mountains and well-maintained rustic cabins. The friendly and helpful staff, particularly the camp hosts, contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, making it a peaceful retreat for visitors. While access involves a challenging gravel road, the overall experience, including the clean facilities and beautiful hiking trails, makes it well worth the journey.
Review Summary
Lauren R
VerifiedAugust 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
Loved staying here! The women working the campground was so nice and informative for hikes. There’s an easy, short walk to the rim trail and the best sunset overlook spot from the campsites. The water from the spigots tastes amazing. Clean vault toilets and no noise problems.
Liz H
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
It’s such a beautiful campground!!! Will go back every chance that I get. You see staff constantly cleaning up the restrooms. We also noticed them cleaning up and expecting the camp sites after someone’s departure leaving it ready for the next campers. And what can I say about Amber! She was just such an amazing host. Anything you needed, she was always ready to help, in person or by phone. We also had a flat and they were kind enough to let us borrow a small air compressor and help us out even after hours.
On one of the days, my husband and I did a 6 mile hiking trail down the mountain towards shores lake. It was such an amazing experience! Like I said, will most definitely be coming back to this place!
Liz H
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
It’s such a beautiful campground!!! Will go back every chance that I get. You see staff constantly cleaning up the restrooms. We also noticed them cleaning up and expecting the camp sites after someone’s departure leaving it ready for the next campers. And what can I say about Amber! She was just such an amazing host. Anything you needed, she was always ready to help, in person or by phone. We also had a flat and they were kind enough to let us borrow a small air compressor and help us out even after hours.
On one of the days, my husband and I did a 6 mile hiking trail down the mountain towards shores lake. It was such an amazing experience! Like I said, will most definitely be coming back to this place!
Liz H
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
It’s such a beautiful campground!!! Will go back every chance that I get. You see staff constantly cleaning up the restrooms. We also noticed them cleaning up and expecting the camp sites after someone’s departure leaving it ready for the next campers. And what can I say about Amber! She was just such an amazing host. Anything you needed, she was always ready to help, in person or by phone. We also had a flat and they were kind enough to let us borrow a small air compressor and help us out even after hours.
On one of the days, my husband and I did a 6 mile hiking trail down the mountain towards shores lake. It was such an amazing experience! Like I said, will most definitely be coming back to this place!
Jacob M
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
White Rock Mountain was great. Me and some buddies did our annual trip here, we camped at campsite 2. The scenery was excellent. We were unable to see the sunrise, but the sunset over the mountains was amazing. The mountains are much more majestic than I expected out of Arkansas. My only disappointment with the scenery was that the stars were not as good as I thought they would be. I guess we were getting light pollution from Fort Smith or maybe it was cloudy. Most amazingly, on our way driving up the mountain we saw a black bear cub. I saw some reviews complain of bugs, but I applied a lot of bug spray each morning and ended up with very few bites and no ticks. The latrines were some of the cleanest I've ever seen at a campground. Me and my friends had a very memorable experience. We wanted a hidden gem that wasn't full of people and that was awesome, White Rock Mountain was exactly what we were looking for.
Jacob M
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
White Rock Mountain was great. Me and some buddies did our annual trip here, we camped at campsite 2. The scenery was excellent. We were unable to see the sunrise, but the sunset over the mountains was amazing. The mountains are much more majestic than I expected out of Arkansas. My only disappointment with the scenery was that the stars were not as good as I thought they would be. I guess we were getting light pollution from Fort Smith or maybe it was cloudy. Most amazingly, on our way driving up the mountain we saw a black bear cub. I saw some reviews complain of bugs, but I applied a lot of bug spray each morning and ended up with very few bites and no ticks. The latrines were some of the cleanest I've ever seen at a campground. Me and my friends had a very memorable experience. We wanted a hidden gem that wasn't full of people and that was awesome, White Rock Mountain was exactly what we were looking for.
Jacob M
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
White Rock Mountain was great. Me and some buddies did our annual trip here, we camped at campsite 2. The scenery was excellent. We were unable to see the sunrise, but the sunset over the mountains was amazing. The mountains are much more majestic than I expected out of Arkansas. My only disappointment with the scenery was that the stars were not as good as I thought they would be. I guess we were getting light pollution from Fort Smith or maybe it was cloudy. Most amazingly, on our way driving up the mountain we saw a black bear cub. I saw some reviews complain of bugs, but I applied a lot of bug spray each morning and ended up with very few bites and no ticks. The latrines were some of the cleanest I've ever seen at a campground. Me and my friends had a very memorable experience. We wanted a hidden gem that wasn't full of people and that was awesome, White Rock Mountain was exactly what we were looking for.
C H
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
Loved White Rock! Site was great, views off the side of the mountain were breathtaking. Even in a heat wave, the temps were comfortable at night and not too bad during the day. The rock rim trial was a nice activity with several rest stops along the way to take in the scenery. General store and hosts were great and went out of their way to help!
C H
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
Loved White Rock! Site was great, views off the side of the mountain were breathtaking. Even in a heat wave, the temps were comfortable at night and not too bad during the day. The rock rim trial was a nice activity with several rest stops along the way to take in the scenery. General store and hosts were great and went out of their way to help!
C H
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA
Loved White Rock! Site was great, views off the side of the mountain were breathtaking. Even in a heat wave, the temps were comfortable at night and not too bad during the day. The rock rim trial was a nice activity with several rest stops along the way to take in the scenery. General store and hosts were great and went out of their way to help!
Location White Rock Mountain Recreation Area
Address:
21923 Bowles Gap Rd
Winslow, AR, 72959
United States
From Interstate 40 at Mulberry, Arkansas, take exit 24, turn north onto Arkansas 215 and continue for approximately 12.3 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 1505 toward Shores Lake/White Rock and follow for approx. 5.3 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 1505 and follow for approx. 2.2 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1505 and follow for 0.5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1535 and continue for approximately 0.5 miles to White Rock Mountain.
For alternative directions and/or GPS navigation enter "White Rock Mountain Recreation Area" into Google Maps. If you need further assistance with directions, please call us at (479) 369-4128.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.6899 / -93.9564
Elevation: 698 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
Check out time
11AM
- Check-out time for all sites is required.
- Use Google Maps for navigation; vehicle GPS may not provide accurate directions.
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.
Safety & rules
- Hiking in the High Cliff Area is dangerous; supervision of children is required.
- Rowdy behavior and generators are prohibited in the park.
- Campsites and cabins must be kept clean; a $250 fee applies for excessive filth.
- Trash must be packed out as no service is available; prepare to take trash home.
Fees & deposits
- Picnic areas are day-use only, from sunrise to sunset, with a $3 fee unless you have a reservation.
Pets
- Pets must be leashed; a $200 refundable deposit is required for cabin pets.
Wildlife & food storage
- Secure food and trash to avoid attracting wildlife; feeding wildlife is prohibited.
Site capacity
- Cabins are furnished but require you to bring bedding; strict guest limits apply, and campground guests cannot use cabin amenities.
Site types & loops
- OHVs are not allowed in the park; they must be kept on trailers.
Local regulations
- Hunting and related activities are prohibited in the recreation area.
Amenities
- The General Store offers various supplies, including firewood for $8 plus tax; plan for distance to other stores.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood costs $8 plus tax; order by 5 PM for delivery to your site.
Cancellation policy
- Cancellations within 14 days incur a $10 fee and forfeiture of the first night's fee; snow/ice only may qualify for refunds.
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Last updated: June 6, 2026
