Center Point (FR 417) in AR -- Camping Rules & Access in Arkansas

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Center Point (FR 417) in AR

Ouachita NF, Mena Ranger District
1,100 ft9.2 mi from Mena
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.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.

Fire orders

1.2 of the 4.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 0.1 miles of graded dirt. Winds through 3 switchbacks. A water crossing 3.9 miles in.

Private here, with the nearest through road 1.7 miles off. Bufram Creek runs 0.6 mi off. Rich Mountain stands 1,578 ft above the site, 3.3 miles northeast.

Ouachita National Forest, Mena Ranger District: You may camp in a dispersed area for up to 30 days. After 30 days, you must move at least 5 road miles for camping in another dispersed area. Campers may not return to the same campsite within the calendar year.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Ouachita National Forest, Mena Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 62–84°F, 5.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?