Bear Creek (AR)
Campground · Arkansas · 20 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 20
- Bookable sites
- 559 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Bear Creek Campground on Lake Greeson has 19 non-electric campsites available for first-come, first-serve camping. The area has no electricity. Potable water is available for consumption at water hydrant located in the main loop of area near boat ramp parking lot.
The Bear Creek Cycle Trail is a draw for off-road enthusiasts. Trail Access is available withing the campground at the designated ORV Loading/Unloading area.
Bear Creek Campground is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, payment for campsite(s) is done through scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download the free Recreation.gov mobile on Android or iOS app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Scan and Pay Instructions are located in the bulletin board located on the front of the restroom building in main loop of area.
Recreation
Lake Greeson is recognized for its rich variety of game fish, including large mouth, small mouth, stripped, spotted, and white bass, as well as flathead and channel catfish, black and white crappie, walleye, and blue gill. The clear waters offer an excellent opportunity for many boating activities including water skiing, tubing, personal watercraft, or just cruising. Four marinas at the lake offer boaters' fuel, boat and other watercraft rentals, picnic and fishing supplies.
Natural Features
Lake Greeson is about 12 miles long with over 7,260 surface acres of water fed by the clear cool waters of the Little Missouri River. Loblolly pine, shortleaf pine, sweet gum and oak are the dominate tree species on upland areas of the lake, while bottomland hardwoods are common along rivers, creeks and streams that enter the lake. The public lands around Lake Greeson provide a variety of habitats for numerous species of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, wild turkey, geese, bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, and songbirds.
Nearby Attractions
The Bear Creek Cycle Trail is a draw for off-road enthusiasts. Trail Access Points are in nearby campgrounds at Daisy State Park, Kirby Landing Campground, and Bear Creek Campground.
Crater of Diamonds State Park is within a 30-mile drive of the campground. It is the only diamond-producing site in the world open to the public.
The facts
- 20 bookable sites
- Loops: Bear Creek
Site types
- 20 Standard Nonelectric
20 campsites at Bear Creek (AR)
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 1 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 10 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 11 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 12 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 13 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 14 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 15 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 16 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 17 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 18 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 19 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 2 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 3 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 4 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 5 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 6 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 7 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 8 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| Bear Creek 9 | Bear Creek | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — |
Getting there
34.23672, -93.66732 · 34°14'12.2"N 93°40'2.3"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 4.2 | 4.4 | 5.3 | 6.5 | 6.3 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 5.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Bear Creek (AR)
- Can you reserve a site at Bear Creek (AR)?
- Yes, Bear Creek (AR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Bear Creek (AR) have?
- 20 sites.
Camping near Bear Creek (AR)
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Contact
- Phone 870-285-2151
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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