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170 Ranger Road, St. Joe, AR, 72675
Last Updated: August 1, 2026

Campground
170 Ranger Road, St. Joe, AR, 72675
Last Updated: August 1, 2026
Tyler Bend Campground is a developed campground in the middle district of the park. It has 27 drive-in sites, 10 walk-in tent sites, 5 group sites, and a pavilion. The campground has flush restrooms, showers, dump station, potable water, but no electrical amenities. Reservations are required through recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Fees are charged from approximately March 15 through November 14. It is free to camp over the winter, but amenities are limited during that time.
The turn off to Tyler Bend Campground is off of Highway 65 about 30 miles south of Harrison and 15 miles north of Marshall, Arkansas. The campground is located near the Buffalo River, beyond the Tyler Bend Visitor Center. There are 28 drive in sites available for RVs or tents. No hookups available. There are 10 walk in tent only sites and 5 group sites. Flush restrooms, showers, and potable water are available. Fees charged March 15 - November 15.
Summer in the Ozarks can be very hot and humid. Please check the weather forecast prior to your arrival and plan accordingly. The weather the rest of the year has the potential to be wet and cool or dry and warm. Please pay special attention to river levels and the rain forecast when planning a trip on the river. River levels can rise dramatically in a short period of time so please be aware of conditions.
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Showers
Cell Phone Reception
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Tyler Bend campground is about 2.5 miles off Highway 65 between St. Joe, AR and Marshall, Arkansas. Signs on the highway indicate the turn onto the park road. The campground is the first turn to the right after you pass the visitor center.

Tyler Bend Campground Fees
All drive-in and walk-in sites are Tyler Bend are $20.00 per site, per night with a total of 6 people permitted on each site. Reservations are required through recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Fees are charged from approximately March 15 - November 14.
Tyler Bend Campground Group Site Fees
There are 5 group sites available for reservation at Tyler Bend Campground. There is access to flush restrooms, showers, and water located nearby. No electrical amenities are available. Sites are tent-only and available for groups of 10 to 25 people for $50 per night. Reservations are required through recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.
Wheelchair Access
Restrooms have stalls with grab bars. Restrooms may be accessed by paved walkways that have some incline. Restroom doors are heavy with no automatic openers.
Cell Phone Information
Most cell phones get service in the campground area.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
RVs & trailers may utilize drive-in sites only. RV & trailer campers are not permitted at group sites or walk-in sites. Drive-in sites are paved and vehicles must stay on pavement. RV & trailer campers should choose sites large enough for their equipment.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
No sites are legal ADA sites. Some have picnic tables that allow wheelchair access.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
All sites have tent pads. Sites with trees suitable for hammock camping are limited.
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