Big Fir campground
Big Fir
Reservations are accepted at Big Fir camping area, ensuring campers can secure their spot in advance. It is advised to make reservations early, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The best time to visit Big Fir is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild, and the surrounding foliage paints a stunning landscape. Summers tend to be hot and humid, while winters can be cold with the potential for snowfall.
While enjoying the camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, as black bears and snakes have been spotted in the area. It is important to properly store food and dispose of trash to minimize attracting wildlife. Additionally, campers should come prepared with insect repellent, as mosquitoes and ticks are common in the region. By ensuring these precautions and taking advantage of the amenities and natural beauty, visitors to Big Fir camping area are guaranteed a memorable and enjoyable camping experience.
What's on-site at Big Fir
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Big Fir, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin - Lake Ouachita | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Avant - Lake Ouachita | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Little Fir - Lake Ouachita | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Tompkins Bend - Lake Ouachita | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Buckville - Lake Ouachita | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Big Fir -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ouachita River Near Mount Ida | 132 cfs | → |
| Caddo River Near Caddo Gap | 46 cfs | → |
| West Fork Hot Springs Creek At Hot Springs | 0 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly | 72 cfs | → |
| Dutch Creek At Waltreak | · | → |
| Alum Fork Saline River Near Reform | 1 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Muddy Creek Wildlife Management Area
- Ouachita National Wildlife Refuge
- Lake Ouachita State Park
- Hill Wheatley Park
- Mark Green Memorial Park
- Hot Springs National Park
Boat launches
- Lake Vista Drive Montgomery County
- Montgomery County
- Brady Mountain Road Garland County
- Blakely Dam Road Garland County
- Lena Use Area Cove Garland County
- Forest Road Garland County
Fishing spots
- Lake Ouachita
- Camp Clear Fork Reservoir
- Clearfork
- Dragover Day Use
- Rocky Shoals Day Use
- Big Brushy Creek Day Use
Paddle runs
- Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Nf Boundary At Pine Ridge, Ar To Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar
- Sec 30, T3s, R27w To Sec 19, T4s, R24w
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T2n, R18w To Forest Road 132c
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Big Fir as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Big Fir
Can I make reservations at Big Fir?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Big Fir?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Big Fir.