Cedar Ridge South Fork River
2035 Pine Valley Rd, Hardy, AR, 72542
Last Updated: June 27, 2025
Closed Dates: December 20 - April 3
Campground Overview
Check In
Check In Time: 2PM | Meet & Greet, we will meet you at the entrance and either escort or shuttle to your site. 4wd/AWD is strongly recommended. Please text or call 870-514-9994 when you are 20 mins way so that you won't have to wait.
Activities
Kayaking, Scenic Drives, Stargazing, Swimming Outdoors, Wildlife Viewing, Fishing, Hiking
Rules
Composting toilets
DO NOT put any wipes, diapers, feminine products inside the toilet. Only human waste, toilet paper and wood chips. Composting only works with organic material. Trash cans are provided in restrooms.
Hot Water
You do have hot water for a shower but please remember, water is precious. Our water is from rain catchment and it is filtered but not drinkable. Depending on the season, water could be scarce, so take shorter showers, please. Please reuse bath towels. If you need additional towels, please text us with name of unit.
Trash
If you bring it into camp with you, take it out of camp with you. Tie up trash bags are provided. Please take your trash home with you. If you leave it we have to drive it to the dump. There is a $30 charge for this. The dump charges us.
Power
Use power sparingly! Power banks are recharged using solar energy. Cloudy days equal very low charging capacity. Turn off any power when it’s not needed in order to conserve.
Float Trip
If you leave for a float trip in one of our kayaks and you’re taking out at Cedar Ridge, you must be back 30 min before sunset.
Fishing
If you wish to fish, you must have an AR fishing license. You can purchase online at www.agfc.com
Items
Do not LEAVE anything from inside of the unit OUTSIDE. We get VERY heavy dew quite often. Make sure all items are brought in. Do not move furniture unless approved.
Clean after cooking
Clean up cooking area and other common areas after use.
Pets
Pets are allowed but please clean up after them. Dog waste is fine in the woods or away from paths or common areas.
Bath Towels
Do not take bath towels kayaking or swimming, Use your own beach towel.
Do Not Litter
Do not litter. Help keep trash out of the river and forest. Use waste bins. Do not put trash in the fire pits. WOOD ONLY!!!
Fires
Keep fires manageable inside of firepit. Make sure your fire is extinguished before leaving or going to bed.
Outdoor Shoes
Please do not wear your outdoor shoes inside. You may wish to have slippers for indoor use but please help keep things clean by removing shoes at the entrance.
Quiet Time
Quiet-time is from 10pm-7am
Smoking
No smoking inside units. Please dispose of your butts in the firepit.
Behavior/Rules
Please be respectful of our property including the wildlife and other guests. Observe property lines and MAKE SURE to stay on Cedar Ridge property.
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