Bard Springs Recreation Area
Watson, Arkansas
Campground in Arkansas.
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Federal campground in Arkansas.
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Dover is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Arkansas weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Dover.
Don't miss local attractions near Dover. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Good scenery and many trails. All trails appeared to be open to 64" machines. Many water crossings. Trails were challenging, but quite rocky. We spent about 7 hours riding 95 miles and completed less than 20% of the trails/roads that were available. Maps are available on Avenza. It would be beneficial to have more information on the maps or along the trails such as waypoints and trail diffic... Good scenery and many trails. All trails appeared to be open to 64" machines. Many water crossings. Trails were challenging, but quite rocky. We spent about 7 hours riding 95 miles and completed less than 20% of the trails/roads that were available. Maps are available on Avenza. It would be beneficial to have more information on the maps or along the trails such as waypoints and trail difficulty. Most trails were easy going, a couple I would definitely not bring inexperienced drivers.
Mar 18, 2026
Lots of ticks. Great hike down to a couple of gorgeous little waterfalls. I was there by myself and it was so peaceful.
Mar 18, 2026
Beautiful weather today. Only one bathroom at camp ground was pretty rank but it did have toilet paper. Trail E was closed so we went the long way around Trail D to see the'vista'. Couldn't see a thing. I was hoping for a pull over to take a picture. No such luck.
Mar 18, 2026
We came over to ride moto and quads at this place with out knowing to much about it, absolutely love it , it has pretty much all types of terrain for all skills riders , I would recommend to anyone, place isn’t marked just don’t get lost
Mar 18, 2026
We love camping here. enjoy riding atvs in this area. Lot and lots of trails. I've been there the past two years over the Thanksgiving weekend, not many campers this year, but it was a little colder this year.
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