Little Pines Campground
Campground · Arkansas · 9 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Ouachita National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 9
- Bookable sites
- 65 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 797 ft
- Elevation
Overview
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.
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.
Facilities
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.
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
The facts
- 9 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 65 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: A
Site types
- 9 Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups.
9 campsites at Little Pines Campground
Check-in 03:00 PM · Check-out 02:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From the Poteau Ranger Station in Waldron, Arkansas, drive west on Highway 248 for 11 miles. Stay on paved road. Turn east (left) on County Road 10 (Trampp Loop) for the entrance to the LIttle Pines Recreation Area (Second Trampp Loop Turn off. DO NOT turn on first Trampp Loop turn off which is a dirt road). Looks for signs that say Little Pines Campground.
34.87078, -94.26898 · 34°52'14.8"N 94°16'8.3"W
Typical weather
Typically 92°F in Jul, down to 51°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 51 | 56 | 64 | 72 | 79 | 87 | 92 | 92 | 85 | 74 | 62 | 53 |
| Low °F | 28 | 31 | 39 | 47 | 56 | 65 | 68 | 67 | 60 | 48 | 38 | 30 |
| Precip in | 3.4 | 3.2 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 4.7 | 3.9 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 4.9 | 4.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
Campsite fees are $20.00 per night per campsite. Applicable discounts, America the Beautiful, Golden Age and Golden Access discounts will be honored. All campsites are under the reservation program, there are no first-come, first-serve campsites available.
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 Little Pines Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Little Pines Campground?
- Yes, Little Pines Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Little Pines Campground have?
- 9 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Little Pines Campground?
- 65 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Little Pines Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Little Pines Campground.
- Does Little Pines Campground have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Little Pines Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Little Pines Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Little Pines Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Little Pines Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Day-use: $5/vehicle OR $2/person (walk-in/bike-in/drop-off)
- Boat Ramp Access: Free
- Campground: Single sites w/electric: $20/night
- Single sites w/ electric and sewer: $25/night
Restrictions:
- No skiing allowed on the lake.
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Contact
- Phone 479-637-4174
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-23.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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