Best camping near Story
31 campgrounds · 31 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Story, Arkansas — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 31 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lake Ouachita State Park
Poor
18.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
Lake Ouachita State Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Arkansas. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. The…
Why 81: live conditions (poor) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#2
Stephens - Lake Ouachita
Poor
18.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
Stephens - Lake Ouachita camping area, located in the state of Arkansas, offers a range of amenities and facilities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides various…
Why 77: live conditions (poor) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#3
Brady Mountain - Lake Ouachita
Poor
14.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
Brady Mountain Lake Ouachita Camping Area in Arkansas offers breathtaking views of Lake Ouachita and the surrounding mountains. Nearby activities include fishing, swimming…
Why 74: live conditions (poor) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#4
Crystal Springs - Lake Ouachita
Poor
11.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Crystal Springs - Lake Ouachita camping area is located in the state of Arkansas. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides both…
Why 72: live conditions (poor) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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#5
Lena Landing - Lake Ouachita
Poor
14.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
Lena Landing Campground is located on the beautiful Lake Ouachita in Arkansas, offering stunning views of the surrounding forest and water. The campground has 21 campsites…
Why 72: live conditions (poor) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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#6
Big Fir
Poor
6.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Located in the state of Arkansas, Big Fir camping area offers a serene and picturesque destination for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground provides a range of amenities to…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#7
Avant - Lake Ouachita
Poor
6.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Avant - Lake Ouachita camping area, located in Arkansas, offers a delightful camping experience with its range of amenities and beautiful surroundings. The campground provides…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#8
Joplin - Lake Ouachita
Poor
6.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Joplin Campground at Lake Ouachita, Arkansas offers established campsites with required reservations (via Recreation.gov) and nightly fees. The campground provides flush toilets…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#9
Tompkins Bend - Lake Ouachita
Poor
6.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Tompkins Bend is a scenic camping area located on the shores of Lake Ouachita in Arkansas. The campground is surrounded by lush forests and stunning views of the lake. Visitors…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#10
Cedar Fourche - Lake Ouachita
Poor
11.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
Cedar Fourche Lake Ouachita camping area in Arkansas offers stunning views of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains range. Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and water sports…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#11
Charlton
Poor
12.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Charlton Camping Area in Arkansas offers stunning views of the Ozark Mountains and White River. The area is ideal for fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The campground boasts…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#12
Charlton Recreation Area
Poor
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Charlton Recreation Area is a picturesque camping area located in Arkansas, offering a variety of amenities and activities for outdoor enthusiasts. This camping area boasts…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#13
Camp Clearfork
Poor
12.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind
Camp Clearfork is a popular camping destination located in the state of Arkansas. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping…
Why 70: live conditions (poor) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#14
Little Fir - Lake Ouachita
Poor
2.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
Little Fir is a primitive camping area located on the shores of Lake Ouachita in Arkansas. The campground has stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. There are…
Why 68: live conditions (poor) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#15
High Shoals Cabins
Poor
6.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Severe thunderstorm warning — lightning & wind· Severe thunderstorm watch — storms possible
High Shoals Cabins camping area is located in the state of Arkansas and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground boasts well-maintained cabins equipped with…
Why 68: live conditions (poor) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
Camping near Story
The Story area has 31 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Story
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.