Pendleton Bend
Pendleton Bend Campground and Day Use Park is located on the bank of the Arkansas River. The campground offers 31 campsites, a two lane boatramp, a comfort station with hot showers and restrooms, playground, picnic sites, and a group shelter that can accomodate 75 users.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 31 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 115 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-01 | A | Electric | Pull-through | 43 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-02 | A | Electric | Back-in | 103 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-03 | A | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-04 | A | Electric | Back-in | 115 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-05 | A | Electric | Back-in | 80 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-06 | A | Electric | Back-in | 76 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-07 | A | Electric | Back-in | 73 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-08 | A | Electric | Back-in | 82 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-09 | A | Electric | Back-in | 78 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
| A-10 | A | Electric | Back-in | 85 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 115 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Pendleton Bend offers 31 campsites with electric and water hookups, 25 of which may be reserved. Additional amenities include a boat ramp, comfort station with hot showers and flush toilets, group picnic shelter, and a playground with picnic sites.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Dumas, Arkansas, take US-165 north for 9 miles to State Route 212. Head east for 2 miles and follow signs to the park.
| Nearest town | Dumas, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 33.9869° N, 91.3608° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireMonroe 296
35 mi from the campground · 16 acres
- WildfireJefferson 315
43 mi from the campground · 176 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7 mi |
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Video
Pendleton Bend C.O.E Campground Review | Dumas, Arkansas
Worth a stop
Nearby, visitors can visit the Arkansas Post National Memorial. Here, Henri de Tonti established the first European village west of the Mississippi River in 1686. In 1819, Arkansas Post became the capital of the Arkansas Territory and remained so until the Civil War. The Dale Bumpers White River Refuge is nearby that offers 160,000 acres of excellent hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities as well.
- under 0.1 mi
- 2.2 miArkansas Post Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 3 mi
Public land it sits in
Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge begins about 10.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.3 miDale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 157,588 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
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Pendleton Bend Campground and Park is located in the lush Eastern Arkansas alluvial bottomland forest in Desha County. Pendleton Bend Campground and Park is approximately 3.5 miles upstream of the Wilbur D. Mills Dam and Arkansas Electric Coop Hydropower Dam. The Campground and Park sits along the track for migratory birds as they come and go from the Gulf of Mexico, making it a destination for birders. Many species of waterfowl frequent the Arkansas River and adjacent wetlands making it a destination for waterfowl hunters.
Recreation
Hiking, fishing, boating, birding, and hunting are all popular activities for visitors. World-class bass and crappie fishing is found in Pool 2, and the tailwaters of the dam provide excellent opportunities to catch a variety of gamefish, especially catfish. A boat ramp is available for access to the Arkansas River. Hiking and birding is available in the nearby Trusten Holder Wildlife Management Area. Many species of waterfowl frequent the lower Arkansas River and its adjacent wetlands making this area a destination for waterfowl hunters.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Pendleton Bend?
Sites at Pendleton Bend are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Pendleton Bend?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Pendleton Bend have?
32 sites, including 31 standard sites with power and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Pendleton Bend?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Pendleton Bend have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Pendleton Bend?
Additional amenities include a boat ramp, comfort station with hot showers and flush toilets, group picnic shelter, and a playground with picnic sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Pendleton Bend?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pendleton Bend. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Pendleton Bend?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Pendleton Bend?
Hiking, fishing, boating, birding, and hunting are all popular activities for visitors. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Pendleton Bend?
Dumas, Arkansas. Nearby, visitors can visit the Arkansas Post National Memorial.
Source: Getting there
What if Pendleton Bend is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Notrebes Bend Park (3 mi), Wilbur D. Mills (3 mi), and Merrisach Lake (6.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby