Arkansas · published-coordinate region
Tyler Bend Campground
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National Park Service42Supported overnight records
3Published site categories
42Sites 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
Campers will delight in the picturesque river views at Tyler Bend. Located 11 miles (18 km) northwest of Marshall, Arkansas, Tyler Bend is set on a quiet, peaceful section of the great Buffalo National River. Known as the middle river region, the campground offers tranquil views of the river beside pastures.
Recreation
Small-mouth bass, catfish and sunfish are the most popular fish to catch on the Buffalo River, but visitors should be aware that an Arkansas fishing license is required to fish anywhere on the river. The middle river location also allows for extended seasons for kayaking and tubing. If there's enough rain, the sports can go through mid- to late summer. Get a dose of history by hiking to the Collier Homestead, a restored Ozark dwelling from the 1930's. The homestead remembers one of the homes built by settlers in response to the Homestead Act of 1862.
For current paddling conditions, please check with an outfitter (visit our Guided Services web page ), call the Tyler Bend Visitor Center at 870-439-2502, or check the Buffalo National River Float Guide Dashboard
Facilities
The Tyler Bend Visitor Center is open year-round and has interesting exhibits on the history of flora and fauna in the Buffalo National River area. It's the primary visitor center for the region and provides several educational programs in the auditorium. The campground has 10 walk-in and 28 drive-in sites available, plus a day-use pavilion and five group sites.Natural Features
The Buffalo National River flows free over swift running rapids and quiet pools for its 135-mile (217 km) length. One of the few remaining rivers in the lower 48 states without dams, the Buffalo cuts its way through massive limestone bluffs traveling eastward through the Arkansas Ozarks and into the White River.
Nearby Attractions
The Buffalo River Trail is accessible from the Collier trailhead parking area. This trail joins the Ozark Highlands Trail at Woolum, 14 miles (22.5 km) upstream from Tyler Bend.
Charges & Cancellations
Rules and Reservation Policies
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 42 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
42
Vehicle limit
32
Vehicle length
0
Driveway entry
2
Shade
22
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
27
Tent Only Nonelectric
10
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
5
Operator directions
From Springfield, Missouri take U.S. Highway 65 south for 109 miles (175 km); then turn right at Ranger Road (follow signs) and drive another 2 miles (3.2 km) to visitor center and campground.
From Little Rock, Arkansas take Interstate 40 West for 34 miles (55 km), then exit "U.S. 65/Skyline Drive." From here continue on U.S. Highway 65 north for 74 miles (119 km) and turn left at Ranger Road (follow signs) to the visitor center and campground.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
42 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 42 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site G1 Group Sites Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 25 people 10 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site G2 Group Sites Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 25 people 10 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site G3 Group Sites Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 25 people 10 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site G4 Group Sites Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 25 people 10 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site G5 Group Sites Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 25 people 10 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 02 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-10-01 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 03 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 35 ft Fifth Wheel: 35 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 35 ft Pop Up: 35 ft Rv: 35 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 04 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 40 ft Fifth Wheel: 40 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 40 ft Pop Up: 40 ft Rv: 40 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 05 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 54 ft Fifth Wheel: 54 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 54 ft Pop Up: 54 ft Rv: 54 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 54 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 06 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 45 ft Fifth Wheel: 45 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 45 ft Pop Up: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 07 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 50 ft Fifth Wheel: 50 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 50 ft Pop Up: 50 ft Rv: 50 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 08 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 35 ft Fifth Wheel: 35 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 35 ft Pop Up: 35 ft Rv: 35 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 09 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 54 ft Fifth Wheel: 54 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 54 ft Pop Up: 54 ft Rv: 54 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 54 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 10 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 43 ft Fifth Wheel: 43 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 43 ft Pop Up: 43 ft Rv: 43 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 43 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 11 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 39 ft Fifth Wheel: 39 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 39 ft Pop Up: 39 ft Rv: 39 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 12 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 120 ft Fifth Wheel: 120 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 120 ft Pop Up: 120 ft Rv: 120 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 120 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 13 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 85 ft Fifth Wheel: 85 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 85 ft Pop Up: 85 ft Rv: 85 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 85 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 14 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 39 ft Fifth Wheel: 39 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 39 ft Pop Up: 39 ft Rv: 39 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 39 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 15 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 50 ft Fifth Wheel: 50 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 50 ft Pop Up: 50 ft Rv: 50 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 16 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 58 ft Fifth Wheel: 58 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 58 ft Pop Up: 58 ft Rv: 58 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 58 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 17 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 65 ft Fifth Wheel: 65 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 65 ft Pop Up: 65 ft Rv: 65 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 65 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 18 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 75 ft Fifth Wheel: 75 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 75 ft Pop Up: 75 ft Rv: 75 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 75 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 19 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 55 ft Fifth Wheel: 55 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 55 ft Pop Up: 55 ft Rv: 55 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 55 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 20 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 50 ft Fifth Wheel: 50 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 50 ft Pop Up: 50 ft Rv: 50 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 21 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 56 ft Fifth Wheel: 56 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 56 ft Pop Up: 56 ft Rv: 56 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 56 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 22 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Car: 105 ft Caravan/Camper Van: 105 ft Fifth Wheel: 105 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 105 ft Pop Up: 105 ft Rv: 105 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 105 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 23 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 50 ft Fifth Wheel: 50 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 50 ft Pop Up: 50 ft Rv: 50 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 24 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 54 ft Fifth Wheel: 54 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 54 ft Pop Up: 54 ft Rv: 54 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 54 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 25 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 67 ft Fifth Wheel: 67 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 67 ft Pop Up: 67 ft Rv: 67 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 67 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Site# 26 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 53 ft Fifth Wheel: 53 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 53 ft Pop Up: 53 ft Rv: 53 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 53 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 27 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 45 ft Fifth Wheel: 45 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 45 ft Pop Up: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Site# 28 Main Loop Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Standard Nonelectric | Caravan/Camper Van: 70 ft Fifth Wheel: 70 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: 70 ft Pop Up: 70 ft Rv: 70 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: A Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: B Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: C Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: D Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: E Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: F Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site Walk-in: G Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: H Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: I Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Walk-in: J Tent only Source updated: 2026-09-23 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 6 people 0 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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