Hole In The Rock Camp: A quiet wooded outpost reachable by high‑clearance trail in Kingston, Arkansas

KINGSTON LODGING FIELD GUIDE

Hole In The Rock Camp: A quiet wooded outpost reachable by high‑clearance trail in Kingston, Arkansas

A small, shaded campsite run by Wilderness Rider Buffalo Ranch and Adventure Park; this guide explains access, vehicle requirements, rates and what to expect for stays of 1–10 nights.

Hole In The Rock Camp: A quiet wooded outpost reachable by high‑clearance trail in Kingston, Arkansas.

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Location
Kingston
Operator
Wilderness Rider Buffalo Ranch and Adventure Park
Category
Lodging
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Hole In The Rock Camp sits in a wooded parcel near Kingston, Arkansas, offering a handful of small tent sites where shade and wide views of a dark night sky are the defining features. The site is reached via the ranch’s main entrance and roughly one mile on an interior farm road that includes elevation changes; four‑wheel drive or a high‑clearance trail vehicle is recommended in wet conditions. Stays run from one to ten nights, and motorized trail use requires an additional park day‑use fee.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SETTING

Wooded campsites beneath a dark sky

A compact campsite area accommodates a couple of small tents amid trees that provide both shade and openings for expansive night skies — an intentionally low‑density, contemplative camping experience.

THE APPROACH

Farm‑road access with elevation changes; 4WD recommended

After the main entrance you travel approximately one mile on an interior farm road with down‑and‑up elevation changes; many visitors find this route easier than county dirt roads, but high‑clearance and four‑wheel drive may be required in wet conditions.

THE VALUE

Simple, low‑cost nights for adults and families

Rates are straightforward: $15 per night for adults (ages 13 and up) or $50 per night for a family package that covers two adults and up to three children, making the site an economical option for short escapes.

What the day feels like

What the stay feels like

Arrive through the ranch entrance, follow the interior farm road for about a mile, and drop into a small, shaded clearing where a couple of tents fit comfortably. The rhythm of the place is quiet and rustic: limited facilities, tree canopy that alternates sun and shade during the day, and dark, unobstructed skies at night. Because the route includes elevation changes and can be rough in wet weather, the approach feels like part of the outing — a short backcountry prelude to an otherwise simple campground stay.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this site suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Drivers with high‑clearance vehiclesA good match: the approach requires a high‑clearance, trail‑capable 4WD vehicle or ATV/side‑by‑side and may need four‑wheel drive in wet weather.
2
FamiliesAppropriate for families seeking an affordable, simple campsite — a family rate covers two adults and up to three children for a single nightly fee.
3
Lightweight tent campers and couplesWell suited: the site accommodates a couple of small tents and is designed for low‑density camping rather than large groups or RVs.
4
Large groups or RV usersNot ideal: the campsite is small and intended for a few small tents rather than large groups or oversized rigs.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring camping gear suited for small tent sites, and plan for driving a high‑clearance, trail‑capable 4WD vehicle or an ATV/side‑by‑side. Four‑wheel drive may be necessary in wet conditions; if you’ll use motorized trails, a park day‑use fee is required in addition to the camping fee.

Length of stay

Stays are available from 1 to 10 nights.

Check‑in / Check‑out

Check‑in is between 1:00 and 8:00 PM; check‑out is at 11:30 AM.

Rates

Adults (ages 13+) are $15.00 each per night. A family rate (two adults and up to three children) is $50.00 per night.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long can I stay at Hole In The Rock Camp?

Stays range from 1 to 10 nights.

What vehicle do I need to reach the campsite?

You must have a high‑clearance, trail‑capable four‑wheel drive vehicle or an ATV/side‑by‑side; four‑wheel drive may be needed in wet conditions.

What are the rates?

Adults (ages 13 and up) are $15.00 per night; a family rate (two adults and up to three children) is $50.00 per night.

Do I need to pay extra to use motorized trails?

Yes. If you plan to use motorized transportation on the trails, a park day‑use fee applies in addition to the camping fee.

What if I can’t find availability online?

The operator states 'We are never full' and asks that you call the office at (870) 220‑2944 if you have difficulty booking.

When can I check in and check out?

Check‑in is from 1:00 to 8:00 PM; check‑out is 11:30 AM.