Barkshed Recreation Area
Barkshed is a primitive camp near a clear mountain stream. It was the old "Barkshed Forest Camp" and was the show-off place for visitors to the forest. The picnic pavilion at the top of the hill was used for many events.
General Information
No electric or water.
Open all year.
Not recommended for large trailers or recreational vehicles (RVs).
Individual campsite- $5/day
Group campsite- $5/vehicle/day
Day Use area- $3
Address: 1001 E Main St Mountain View, AR 72560
Phone: (870) 269-3228
Hours: Visitor Center open Monday and Wednesday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 36.01930556
Longitude: -92.24902777
Directions
From Mountain View, take Arkansas 14 West for 17.3 miles. Turn right (north) on Forest Service Road 1115 (gravel) and go 2.1 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 1112 and go 1.4 miles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
