Arkansas · published-coordinate region
Blanchard Springs Recreation Area
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USDA Forest Service20Supported overnight records
2Published site categories
20Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Blanchard Springs Recreation Area is located in the scenic Ozark National Forest. The Ozark Mountains are known for beautiful "rolling" hills, hidden caverns, waterfalls and clear flowing streams. Examples of early Ozark culture and music can be found throughout the region. Blanchard recreation area is a great starting point for an Ozark adventure.Recreation
Trout fishing is available on nearby Mirror Lake.
Other popular activities in the Blanchard area include mountain biking, hiking and swimming.Facilities
The campgrounds offer a variety of campsites to accommodate all types of visitors, including group and single campsites. All sites are equipped with tables, grills and campfire rings. Individual sites are on a first come, first served basis. The individual sites are open except when there is high water. To check campground status, call 870 757 2211. The picnic shelters have grills and ample picnic tables for groups. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features
The facilities are near picturesque rock bluffs and crystal clear streams. Sites are well shaded by stately yellow pine trees.
Nearby Attractions
Blanchard Springs Caverns offers tours, exhibits and family activities. North Sylamore hiking trail follows the scenic Sylamore creek for 25 miles and connects to the Ozark Highland trail. Mountain biking is available on 50 miles of the Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 20 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
20
Vehicle limit
20
Vehicle length
20
Driveway entry
20
Shade
20
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
18
Group Standard Area Nonelectric
2
Operator directions
From Mountain View, take Highway 5-9-14 north for 5 miles to Allison. At Allison, take Highway 14 west for 8 miles toward the town of Fifty Six. Turn right at the Blanchard Springs Recreation Area sign. Be sure to bring a map, GPS directions have led many visitors off-course.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
20 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 20 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 15 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 16 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 47 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 17 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 64 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 18 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 19 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 20 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 21 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 22 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 61 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 23 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 78 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 24 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 69 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 25 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 26 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 12 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 27 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 160 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 28 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 57 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 29 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 31 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 30 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 63 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 31 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 58 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 32 Upper Loop Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 56 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site GS 1 Group Camp Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | Trailer: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 50 people 20 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site GS 2 Group Camp Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | Trailer: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 30 people 12 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
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