Upper Petit Jean (FR S45) in AR -- Camping Rules & Access

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Upper Petit Jean (FR S45) in AR

Road corridorOuachita NF, Cold Springs Ranger District

9.2 mi from Waldron

Maps 819 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.

Ouachita National Forest ↗

Stay limit: 30 consecutive days · 90 days total per calendar year · then move 1 mi · Then stay away 14 days
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Road Access

Rough
  • All 3.7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, 3 miles of it graded dirt.
  • Near Round Mountain.
  • Terrain estimates suggest level ground alongside most of this road; parking areas are not verified.
  • Winds through 3 switchbacks.

Setting

Some privacy
  • Moderately separated here.
  • Petit Jean River runs 0.3 mi off.
  • White Oak Mountain stands 1,390 ft above the map pin, 3.5 miles southeast.

Rules

  • 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. Please place your campsite at least 100 feet from any stream or other water source.
  • Camping rules
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 50–75°F, 4.5″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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