Bard Springs Recreation Area
Area Status: Temporarily Closed
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.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Storms during April 2020 caused damage to the campground and day-use area. The campground remains closed. The Day-use area is open, including restroom. The gate is closed and walk-in only. |
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Area Amenities: | Picnic tables,Toilets |
Fees: | Shelters: $8 per night. Day Use Area: No Charge (Gate closed, walk-in only) (current recreation fees and schedule) |
Usage: | Light |
Best Season: | Spring-Fall |
Busiest Season: | Spring |
Closest Towns: | 7 miles north of Athens, Arkansas. |
Water: | None |
Restroom: | Vault |
Operated By: | Mena-Oden Ranger District (479) 394-2382 |
General Information
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.
Activities
Campground Camping
Small campground with Adirondack-type shelters in a remote mountain setting.
Sleeping Shelter | 5 adirondack shelters. |
Status: | Open |
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Day Hiking
Picnicking
Reservation Info | None |
Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Swimming
Amenities
Picnic tables: | |
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Toilets: | Vault |