Campsite 017- Tent Site at JEFFERSON RIDGE in Arkansas. TENT ONLY ELECTRIC site. Electric (50), Water available. Maximum 12 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits
Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.
Site Length
0
Max Vehicle Length
0
Max Num of Vehicles
3
Driveway Surface
Gravel
Driveway Entry
Back-In
Capacity & Rules
Max Num of People
12
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Single
Pets Allowed
Yes
Site Features
Picnic Table
Y
Fire Pit
Y
Shade
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes
How Site 017- Tent Site Compares
One of 87 sites at JEFFERSON RIDGE — 27 of them in the 1 loop.
Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.
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Permitted Equipment
Tent
Booking Tips for Site 017- Tent Site
Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
Check-in/out: 5:00 PM / 3:00 PM
Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reserve campsite 017- Tent Site?
Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.
How many people can stay at site 017- Tent Site?
Maximum occupancy is 12 people and 3 vehicles.
What size RV fits at site 017- Tent Site?
Max vehicle length is 0 ft and the site itself is 0 ft long.
What hookups does site 017- Tent Site have?
Available hookups: electric (50), water.
Are pets allowed at site 017- Tent Site?
Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.
What are the check-in / check-out times?
Check-in: 5:00 PM. Check-out: 3:00 PM.
Can I have a campfire at site 017- Tent Site?
Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.