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none, Jasper, AR, 72641
National Park ServiceLast Updated: December 5, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Carver is a first come, first serve campground in the upper district of the park. It has 8 tent only sites with potable water, but no electrical amenities. A vault restroom is available. This is a pack in/pack out facility with no trash service.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Carver Campground is about 12 miles west of Jasper, Arkansas off of Highway 123. It is open year round, no fees are collected from November 15 to March 14. The water system is closed in the winter, but the vault toilet is open with very limited servicing. RVs are not allowed.
Weather
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.
Amenities
Toilets
Potable Water
Directions
Carver Campground is 12 east of Jasper, AR just off of Highway 123 where it crosses the Buffalo River.
Rates & Fees
Caver Campground Fees
Sites at Carver are $16.00 per site, per night with a total of 6 people permitted on each site. Fees are charged when water is available (March 15 - November 14). No fees are charged during the winter when water systems are shut down. A vault restroom is available, no flush restrooms. Please pay with cash or check at the self-pay registration station located within the campground. All sites are first come, first serve. This is a pack in/pack out facility with no trash service.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Please keep fires in the designated fire rings. Cook stoves are allowed.Regulations Overview
Quiet hours are between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Generators may be used between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Maximum length of stay in campground is 14 consecutive days. Use the trash receptacles for all other refuse. These measures will help prevent nuisance wildlife and keep the campground clean. Washing anything in the river is prohibited. You may use dead and down wood for firewood. All fires should be completely out when campsite is unattended. At all times, pets must be confined or on a leash not more than 6 feet in length. Pets should not be left unattended. Clean up after pets. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: contact Park Dispatch at 888-692-1162. Report all accidents and lost and found property to a ranger.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
The terrain is grassy and uneven.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
RVs and trailers are not allowed.
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
River access is within walking distance.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
None of the sites at Carver are ADA compliant.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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