Carver Campground
Carver Campground is located in the Upper District of the Buffalo National River, and about 12 miles (19 km) east of Jasper. It has 8 tent-only sites. Drinking water is available when fees are collected from approximately March 15 - November 15. All sites are limited to 6 people per site, and each site is $16 per night. All sites must be reserved in advance. A vault restroom is available.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 8 |
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Fees for the walk-in tent-only sites are $16 a night for up to 6 people per site. |
| Dark sky | Inside Buffalo National River, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
Carver has 8 reservable tent-only sites with potable water available from approximately March 15 through November 15 each year, but no electrical amenities. A vault restroom is available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Fayetteville, Arkansas drive north and take US Highway 412 East for approximately 42 miles (67.5 km) to the intersection with State Highway 21. Take highway 21 South for approximately 17 miles (27.4 km) to the intersection of State Highway 43. Here, take highway 43 East for about 5 miles (8 km) to the intersection of State Highway 74.
| Nearest town | Hasty, Arkansas |
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 36.04° N, 92.91° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Charges and cancellations
- If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?
- Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors from using these sites.
- Changes
- If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for:
- Adding or removing nights to your stay.
- Changing to a different campsite.
- Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.
- Cancellations
- You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:
- $10 cancellation fee
- Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)
- Any previous change fees
- Late cancellation penalties may also apply:
- What is “Late”?
- For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer before your scheduled check-in.
- Late Fee
- In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed.
- Changes and Cancellations
- rules and reservation policies
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Natural features
The Buffalo National River flows free over swift running rapids and quiet pools for its 135-mile (217 km) length. One of the few remaining rivers in the lower 48 states without dams, the Buffalo cuts its way through massive limestone bluffs traveling eastward through the Arkansas Ozarks and into the White River.
Recreation
Paddling conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. On an average year, the upper river is only navigable by boat in the spring and early summer when consistent rainfall feeds into the watershed. Some sections on the upper end of the river are technical and should not be attempted by novices.
Nearby
Carver is conveniently situated between the Upper and Middle Districts of the Buffalo River, offering access to many great day hiking and overnight backcountry destinations in the park. Additionally, access to the Gene Rush Wildlife Management Area is immediately across the river from Carver.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Carver Campground?
Sites at Carver Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Carver Campground?
Fees for the walk-in tent-only sites are $16 a night for up to 6 people per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Carver Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Carver Campground?
$10 cancellation fee
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Carver Campground have?
8 sites, including 8 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Carver Campground?
Carver Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Carver Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Carver Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Carver Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Carver Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Carver Campground sits inside Buffalo National River, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
What is there to do at Carver Campground?
Paddling conditions in the upper (westernmost) district of Buffalo National River are extremely dependent upon rainfall. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Carver Campground?
Hasty, Arkansas. Carver is conveniently situated between the Upper and Middle Districts of the Buffalo River, offering access to many great day hiking and overnight backcountry destinations in the park.
Source: Getting there
Which national park is Carver Campground in?
Carver Campground is a Buffalo National River campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Buffalo National River