Williams Creek (FR 520) in AR -- Camping Rules & Access in Arkansas
Williams Creek (FR 520) in AR
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.10.1 of the 10.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 1.4 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,200 ft over 10.7 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 23%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch.
Private here, with the nearest through road 1.2 miles off. Night skies are Bortle 2, true dark-sky territory. Crystal Mountains stands 940 ft above the site, 2.0 miles south.
Ouachita National Forest, Womble Ranger District: Camp more than 30 consecutive days in the General Forest. 36 CFR 261.58(a). Once the 30 consecutive day limit has been reached, the camp must be removed for fourteen (14) days and cannot be reestablished less than one (1) mile from the original campsite. 36 CFR 261.58(a). Camp in the General Forest for more than 90 days within a calendar year. 36 CFR 261.58(a).
| Fire restrictions | Set by Ouachita National Forest, Womble Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 59–84°F, 4.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.