Little Pines Campground
The Little Pines Recreation Area is one of the most recent upgraded and constructed recreation area on the Ouachita National Forest. Constructed in a former pine plantation, all the campsites are level and offer a large amount of shade through-out the day at the campsites. Access to Lake Hinkle is provided by the boat ramp adjacent to the campground. The boat access offers a courtesy dock and fishing pier. The campground offers all the standard amenities electrical and water connections at each of the campsites. A Camp Host is on duty to provide assistance and answer questions about the area and activities available on the Forest. Located just 12 miles west of Waldron, Arkansas, it is just a short drive to obtain needed items for camping and groceries. Waldron provides a number of services, medical and restaurants in the town.
Located along the shoreline of Lake Hinkle, a 960 acre lake managed by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, there are 9 single campsites available for reservations at Little Pines Campground. The campground has flush toilets, showers, paved parking areas at the campsites, every campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, lantern holder, electrical and water connections. All campsites are back-in, there are no pull-through campsites available. Courtsey docks are available for boat moorage while staying at the campground. A large pavilion and swim site are located adjacent to the campground. Trailer dump station available for campers. Boat ramp to access Lake Hinkle and courtesy dock available for launching and retrieving boats. Fish cleaning station located adjacent to the boat ramp.
Need to Know
- Limited cell phone access is limited in the recreation area.
- Campsite availability is limited during major holidays, Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day.
- Campground is open seasonally, from the first of March to the first of November. The Day Use Area is open only from the first of May to first of October.
- Campsites must be occupied the first night after establishing camp, then every 24-hours afterwards.
- Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 8:00 am
- All dogs must be on a leash at all times.
- No dogs are allowed in the Little Pines Swim Site Areas.
- If the customer makes multiple reservations for the same location and date(s), the discount will only apply to the single site the pass owner will occupy.
- The holder of the pass must occupy the site for which the discount is applied, and the pass discount may apply to only one reservation. The pass owner may not request
multiple reservations for the same dates and facility using the same discount.- All camping equipment must remain on designated campsites and tent pads.
- No more than two vehicles will be parked per campsite an dmust be parked on paved surface at all times.
- No more than one camping unit, pull trailer or driveable RV, will be allowed on each campsite. All tents must remain on designated tent pads.
- Grey water will not allowed to be discharged on the ground and must be disposed at the dump station in the recreation area.
- Campground boat dock slips are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No slips are assigned to campsites.
- Off Road Vehicles (OHV) are not allowed in the recreation area.
- Don't Move Firewood : Help protect our forests! Obtain your firewood near your destination to avoid the spread of pests. Using firewood from outside the area can threaten
native trees and forests. Firewood from outside the area is not recommended as some states have quarantines in effect and firewood movement is illegal. Visit
www.don'tmovefirewood.org
Natural Features
Located in the valley of the Poteau Mountain, surrounded by the Ouachita Mountain, Little Pines Campground was constructed in an old pine plantation which provides plenty of shade and level surfaces for the camper. Access is provided to the 960 acre Lake Hinkle by the boat ramp located adjacent to the campground.
Nearby Attractions
- Scott County Museum of History, Waldron, Arkansas
- Ouachita National Recreation Trail
- Belle Star OHV Trail
- Fourche Mountain OHV Trail
Recreation
Recreation opportunities abound at and around the Little Pines Recreation Area. Little Pines Recreation Area offers campsites, day use and access to Lake Hinkle, 960 acre lake managed by the Arkansas Fish & Wildlife Commission. A short hiking trail is located at the day use area. Within a few miles, there are mountain bike, hiking and OHV trails available for use.
Contact Information
Mailing
US Forest Service Cold Springs-Poteau District P.O. Box 2256 Waldron AR 72958
Physical
Little Pines Recreation Area 3100 Clear Spring Lane Waldron AR 72958
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 479-637-4174
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Waldron, Arkansas, drive west on Highway 248 for 12 miles. Turn east (left) on County Road 10 (Trampp Loop) for the entrance to the LIttle Pines Recreation Area.
Available Campsites
- Site 3, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 2, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 8, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 4, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 9, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 5, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 1, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 7, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site 6, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
