Erbie Campground

Campground · Arkansas · 18 bookable sites ·

Managed by the National Park Service

18
Bookable sites
42 ft
Max rig length
up to 25
People per site
View of Buffalo National River from the Erbie day use area
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov

Overview

The Erbie campground is situated along the Buffalo River under the towering a bluff. There are five group sites available, walk-in only, for 10 to 25 people. Additionally, there are 14 drive-in and 13 walk-in tent sites. All sites are available by reservation only.

Recreation

Paddling conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river are technical and should not be attempted by novices. 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

Erbie has 5 group sites (maximum of 25 people per group site), 14 drive-in sites suitable for tents or RVs (maximum of 6 people per site), and 13 walk-in tent only sites (maximum of 6 people per site). All sites are available by reservations only. There are no electrical amenities or water hookups, but flush restrooms and water spigots are available from approximately March 15 through November 15 each year.

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

There are numerous historic buildings near the Erbie Campground. The Buffalo River Trail runs through Erbie and offers great day hiking or overnight backcountry opportunities.  Visit the park's Hiking Trails web page for more information.

The facts

  • 18 bookable sites
  • 33 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 42 ft
  • Up to 25 people per site
  • Loops: Drive-in, Group Site, Walk-in

Site types

  • 15 Management
  • 13 Walk To
  • 5 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups — not available
  • Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

33 campsites at Erbie Campground

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceAccessMax rigPeople
1Drive-inManagement—Gravel—20 ft6 🐾
10Drive-inManagement—Gravel—37 ft6 🐾
11Drive-inManagement—Gravel—36 ft6 🐾
12Drive-inManagement—Gravel—29 ft6 🐾
13Drive-inManagement—Gravel—39 ft6 🐾
14Drive-inManagement—Gravel—28 ft6 🐾
15 - Host SiteDrive-inManagement—Gravel—20 ft6 🐾
2Drive-inManagement—Gravel—25 ft6 🐾
3Drive-inManagement—Gravel—35 ft6 🐾
4Drive-inManagement—Gravel—42 ft6 🐾
5Drive-inManagement—Gravel—34 ft6 🐾
6Drive-inManagement—Gravel—34 ft6 🐾
7Drive-inManagement—Gravel—34 ft6 🐾
8Drive-inManagement—Gravel—31 ft6 🐾
9Drive-inManagement—Gravel—32 ft6 🐾
Group Site 1Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—Gravel—20 ft25 🐾
Group Site 2Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—Gravel—20 ft25 🐾
Group Site 3Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—Gravel—20 ft25 🐾
Group Site 4Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—Gravel—20 ft25 🐾
Group Site 5Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—Gravel—20 ft25 🐾
AWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
BWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
CWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
DWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
EWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
FWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
GWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
HWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
IWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
JWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
KWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
LWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾
MWalk-inWalk To—GravelHike In20 ft6 🐾

Getting there

The Erbie Campground is located north of Jasper, Arkansas. Take Highway 7 north of Jasper for approximately 3 miles. Turn left onto County Road 79 and the Erbie Campground will be approximately 6 miles down a gravel road with one hairpin curve.

Fees and stay limits

Fees for the drive-in and walk-in tent-only sites are $20 per night for up to 6 people per site. All group sites are $50 per night for up to 25 people.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Erbie Campground

Can you reserve a site at Erbie Campground?
Yes, Erbie Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Erbie Campground have?
33 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Erbie Campground?
42 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Erbie Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Erbie Campground.
Does Erbie Campground have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Erbie Campground?
Campfires are allowed at Erbie Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-06.

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