Tar Camp
Campground · Arkansas · 47 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Pool 5 (Ark. Rv) Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 47
- Bookable sites
- 98 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 20
- People per site
- 47
- Accessible sites
- 217 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Tar Camp Park is situated near Pool 5 Lock and Dam on the Arkansas River.The campground is known for its beauty and first-class fishing. Whether camping, fishing, boating or just relaxing in the sun, this area provides something for everyone.
Recreation
The campground is popular among fishermen. There is excellent catfish fishing in the tail-waters of Joe Hardin Lock and Dam as well as Emmitt Sanders Lock and Dam at the upstream end of Pool 3. Anglers often catch bass, crappie and bream.Hunting is available in nearby forests, and there is duck hunting on the waterways.
On shore, families enjoy picnicking and using the playground.
Facilities
Tar Camp Campground offers more than 50 sites, most with electric and water hookups. Each campsite has a movable lamp post and grill, as well as campfire rings and picnic tables.Two large group picnic shelters that can each accommodate up to 60 people each can be reserved for day use.
A rock climbing wall and basketball court provide additional recreation opportunities.
Natural Features
The park is in a forested area along the riverfront, close to the rolling fields of cotton farms. It is 193 feet above sea level; winters are generally mild and summer temperatures reach the upper 90s with high humidity.Red fox are frequently seen in the park, and numerous species of waterfowl live in the water and along the shores.
Nearby Attractions
Little Rock, the state capital and largest city in Arkansas, is only a short drive away and offers many amenities and cultural attractions.The nearby town of Pine Bluff is the home for the Arkansas Railroad Museum, Pine Bluff Regional Park, the Martha Mitchell Home and other points of interest, as well as shopping and groceries.
The facts
- 47 bookable sites
- 2 sites for day use only
- 47 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 98 ft
- Up to 20 people per site
- Loops: D, TCAM
Site types
- 45 Standard Electric
- 2 Group Shelter Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits, grills.
47 campsites at Tar Camp
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-01 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 34 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-02 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-03 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-04 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-05 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 63 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-06 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 56 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-07 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 51 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| D-08 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-09 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-10 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 68 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-11 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 59 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-12 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-13 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-14 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 79 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-15 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 98 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-16 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 44 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-17 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-18 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 74 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-19 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-20 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 87 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-21 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| D-22 | D | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 49 ft | 8 | ♿ |
| A-10 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-11 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 51 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-12 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 58 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-13 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-14 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 33 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-15 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-16 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-17 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-18 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-19 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-20 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 37 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-21 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-22 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-23 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 38 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-24 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-25 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| A-26 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 36 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| C-05 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| C-06 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 56 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| C-07 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 39 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| C-08 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| C-09 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 39 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| C-10 | TCAM | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 37 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| S-01 | TCAM | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | — | 20 | ♿ 🐾 |
| S-02 | TCAM | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | — | 20 | ♿ |
Getting there
From Redfield, Arkansas, take State Route 46 east to State Route 365. Turn left and go 1 block, then turn right and drive 4 miles to Tar Camp Park. Follow signs into the campground.
34.44972, -92.11250 · 34°26'59.0"N 92°6'45.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 50°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 50 | 54 | 63 | 73 | 80 | 87 | 90 | 89 | 84 | 74 | 61 | 52 |
| Low °F | 31 | 34 | 42 | 51 | 60 | 68 | 71 | 69 | 62 | 51 | 41 | 34 |
| Precip in | 3.8 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.5 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.0 | 3.1 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 5.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.6 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 Tar Camp
- Can you reserve a site at Tar Camp?
- Yes, Tar Camp is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Tar Camp have?
- 47 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Tar Camp?
- 98 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Tar Camp?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Tar Camp.
- Does Tar Camp have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Tar Camp?
- Campfires are allowed at Tar Camp. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Tar Camp
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- Maumelle 31.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Tar Camp Day Use and Dump Station less than 0.1 mi · Activity pass
- Ste Marie Day Use and Dump Station 15.9 mi · Activity pass
- Willow Beach Day Use and Dump Station 17.3 mi · Activity pass
- William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum 22.2 mi · Facility
- Museum of Discovery 22.3 mi · Facility
- Capital Hotel 22.5 mi · Facility
- Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor Center 22.5 mi · Facility
- Rising Star Day Use and Dump Station 28.9 mi · Activity pass
Contact
- 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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