Bard Springs Recreation Area
Small campground with Adirondack-type shelters in a remote mountain setting on a small scenic stream. It provides a good site for a base camp for hikers in the Caney Creek Wilderness.
Reservations
General Information
Day use area open all year. Campground is closed to due storm damage.
Day Use Area: No Charge (Gate closed, walk-in only)
Address: 1603 Hwy 71 N Mena, AR 71953
Phone: (479) 394-2382
Hours: Visitor center open Monday- Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Directions
Take Arkansas Hwy. 84 west of Glenwood, AR; turn northwest on Arkansas Hwy. 246 at Athens, AR; turn right (north) on Forest Service Road 38 for 7 miles; turn right (east) on Forest Service Road 106 for 1/2 mile.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
