Buck Creek
Relax in the shaded campsites at Buck Creek, on the Arkansas side of the massive Bull Shoals Lake. Here, there's plenty of opportunities for water sports, hiking and picnicking. The Peel Ferry, the last remaining state-operated ferry in Arkansas, leaves from Buck Creek. It connects Highway 125 from Arkansas to Missouri for convenient access to the lowers stretches of the lake.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 35 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 36 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
37 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| A02 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| A03 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| A05 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| A06 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| A07 | ALOO | Electric | 32 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | |
| A08 | ALOO | Electric | 32 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | |
| A12 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| A13 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
| B01 | BLOO | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 36 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
All but two of the 38 sites have electric hookups. The campground caters to kids with a playground and swimming area, and campers with boats can make use of the launch ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Mountain Home, AR, take SR 5 N 24 mi. to US 160 JCT. Travel W on US 160 21 mi to Hwy U. Follow SR U 5 mi. S to US 125 for 5.7 mi. to Buck Creek Park Access Road. Follow signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Protem, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 36.4944° N, 92.7961° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Ozark Mountain Trading Company ↗ | 21.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 23.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 36.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
Visit the Bull Shoals-White River State Park and explore its two hiking trails. The Big Bluff Trail presents views of the White River below Bull Shoals Dam, and the Lakeside Trail meanders along the shores of the lake.
- 13.6 miBull Shoals Marina ↗Boat launch
Public land it sits in
Hercules-Glades Wilderness begins about 12.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 12.8 miHercules-Glades Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 12,423 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Natural features
Bull Shoals Lake, spanning upwards of 71,000 acres, is fed from the White River. The river flows from northwest Arkansas to south-central Missouri, and then loops back into central Arkansas where it eventually flows into the Mississippi River. The lake is lined with hardwoods and cedar.
Recreation
Bull Shoals Lake has great appeal to jet skiers, water skiers, fishermen, birders, hikers and those who just want to "get away from it all." Fall foliage in the area attracts lots of visitors for an annual celebration called the Flaming Fall Revue.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Buck Creek?
Sites at Buck Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Buck Creek?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Buck Creek have?
39 sites, including 35 standard sites with power and 2 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Buck Creek?
The longest site here provides 36 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Buck Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Buck Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Buck Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is the nearest town to Buck Creek?
Protem, Arkansas. Visit the Bull Shoals-White River State Park and explore its two hiking trails.
Source: Getting there
What if Buck Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Highway 125 Park Bull Shoals (1.3 mi), Lead Hill (7.1 mi), and Theodosia Park (9.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby