Openings · last 7 days
19
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 19 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10304527
When Little Pines Campground reopens
Little Pines Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
35
Openings · last 90 days
90
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dWednesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 35 of 90 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Wednesday (38.9%), with Saturday (23) and Thursday (12) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 05:00 and 09:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 33 of 90 detected openings (36.7%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Central Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 14.5 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 10.2–22 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 20 | 22.2% |
| 4 | 19 | 21.1% |
| 5 | 15 | 16.7% |
| 8 | 14 | 15.6% |
| 9 | 10 | 11.1% |
Site 7 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 20. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 9 monitored sites
Of the 846 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 756 open for online reservation · 90 reserved.
Where the open windows are
10.6% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 756 of 846 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online10.6%
Open site-nights756 / 846
Reserved (of online inventory)90 / 846
Weekday openings450
Weekend openings306
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 450 fall on weekdays and 306 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027March holds the most room. 278 of 279 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 9 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 3 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 4 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 6 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: 3 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 2 | 93 |
| 6 | 90 |
| 4 | 88 |
| 9 | 88 |
| 7 | 83 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Nov 2
Next open weekendFri · Nov 6
The next bookable night is Nov 2; the first open weekend starts Nov 6. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
756 open site-nights across 9 sites at Little Pines Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 31 2-night, 31 3-night, 20 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 2 at site 2.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 65 ft. 8 sites take 25 ft, 8 sites take 35 ft, 8 sites take 40 ft. 1 site of 9 has no recorded maximum and is not counted.
All 9 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 65 ft | Yes | 93 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +81 more |
| 6 | 65 ft | Yes | 90 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14 +78 more |
| 4 | 65 ft | Yes | 88 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +76 more |
| 9 | Not recorded | Yes | 88 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +76 more |
| 7 | 65 ft | Yes | 83 | 64 nights | Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16 +71 more |
| 8 | 65 ft | Yes | 82 | 63 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +70 more |
| 1 | 65 ft | Yes | 80 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +68 more |
| 3 | 65 ft | Yes | 80 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +68 more |
| 5 | 65 ft | Yes | 72 | 64 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Mar 1, 2027, Mar 2, 2027, Mar 3, 2027, Mar 4, 2027 +60 more |
About Little Pines Campground
Overview
Little Pines Recreation Area is located on the shoreline of 960-acre Lake Hinkle in the Poteau Mountain area of the Ouachita National Forest, approximately 12 miles west of Waldron, Arkansas. Built in a former pine plantation, the campground offers nine level campsites with shade, water, and electrical service.
The recreation area provides opportunities for camping, picnicking, boating, and fishing. A boat ramp adjacent to the campground provides lake access, and a courtesy dock and fishing pier are available. Lake Hinkle is managed by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Anglers should consult current Commission regulations and licensing requirements before fishing.
Visitors can also explore hiking, mountain-biking, and off-highway-vehicle trails within a few miles of the campground. A campground host may be available to assist visitors and answer questions about the area. Waldron offers groceries, restaurants, medical services, fuel, and other supplies.
Campsite Locations
All nine campsites are within surrounded by Lake Hinkle on three sides. Campsites are categorized by their position within the campground:
Lakeside sites—5, 6, 7, 8, and 9: Located on the lake side of the campground, with no other campsites between these sites and the shoreline.
Interior sites—1, 2, 3, and 4: Located within the interior portion of the campground, slightly farther from the shoreline.
Vegetation, terrain, and seasonal lake levels may affect water views and shoreline access. A lakeside designation does not necessarily indicate a direct water view or direct access from the campsite. All campsites have sidewalk access to the boat docks and fishing pier.
Recreation
Little Pines Recreation Area offers camping, picnicking, hiking, boating, and fishing along 960-acre Lake Hinkle, which is managed by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. A boat ramp, courtesy dock, and fishing pier provide access to the lake, while a short hiking trail begins in the day-use area. Additional hiking, mountain-biking, and designated off-highway-vehicle trails are available within a few miles of the campground.
Visitors should consult the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission for current fishing-license requirements and regulations. Trail users should check current Forest Service maps, conditions, and vehicle requirements before heading out.
Facilities
Little Pines Campground has nine reservable single campsites along the shoreline of Lake Hinkle. All sites are back-in; no pull-through sites are available. Each campsite includes a paved parking spur, picnic table, fire ring, lantern post, and electrical and water connections. Flush toilets, showers, and a trailer dump station are also available.
Boating facilities include a ramp for launching and retrieving boats, a courtesy dock, and docks for registered campers to moor boats during their stay. A fish-cleaning station is located near the boat ramp. An adjacent day-use area includes a large picnic pavilion and swimming area.
Natural Features
Little Pines Campground is located along the shoreline of 960-acre Lake Hinkle in the Poteau Mountain area of the Ouachita Mountains. Developed within a former pine plantation, the campground features level campsites and a shaded forest setting. An adjacent boat ramp provides convenient access to the lake.
Nearby Attractions
Little Pines Campground is a convenient base for exploring the Ouachita National Forest and the Waldron area.
Scott County Museum of History: Located in downtown Waldron, the museum features exhibits highlighting Scott County’s communities, people, and cultural history.
Ouachita National Recreation Trail: This long-distance trail crosses the Ouachita Mountains through Arkansas and Oklahoma. A segment follows the crest of Fourche Mountain and offers opportunities for hiking and backcountry exploration.
Belle Starr Multi-Use Trail: Formerly known as the Poteau Mountain Multi-Use Trail, this 22.6-mile loop travels through varied forest and mountain terrain. The trail accommodates hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and designated off-highway-vehicle use.
Fourche Mountain Trail: This multi-use trail provides opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and designated off-highway-vehicle use in the Ouachita National Forest.
Trail surfaces, difficulty, seasonal access, and permitted uses vary. Before visiting, obtain current Forest Service maps and check trail conditions, closures, and off-highway-vehicle requirements. Contact the Scott County Museum of History directly for current hours and admission information.
9 monitored sitesRVs up to 65 ft9 with hookups9 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
From the Poteau Ranger Station in Waldron, Arkansas, drive west on Highway 248 for 11 miles. Stay on paved road. Turn east (left) on County Road 10 (Trampp Loop) for the entrance to the LIttle Pines Recreation Area (Second Trampp Loop Turn off. DO NOT turn on first Trampp Loop turn off which is a dirt road). Looks for signs that say Little Pines Campground.
Little Pines Recreation Area, Waldron, AR 72958479-637-4174
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-10304527 · facility
Photo gallery
Roll CS-10304527 · Little Pines Campground · Waldron AR12 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Little Pines Campground?
Reservations for Little Pines Campground are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 756 of 846 tracked site-nights are open (89.4%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 90 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Little Pines Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 19 site-date openings at Little Pines Campground in the last 7 days, 35 over 30 days and 90 over the last 90.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Little Pines Campground?
Wednesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 35 of 90 (38.9%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Little Pines Campground?
31 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 2 at site 2. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Little Pines Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
8 of the 9 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 65 ft. 8 of those 9 sites have a recorded maximum length and 1 does not; it is not counted as fitting.
Which month has the most availability at Little Pines Campground?
March 2027, with 278 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 279.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Little Pines Campground?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 14.5 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 10.2-22 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Little Pines Campground?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Nov 2 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Nov 6. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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