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Pendleton Bend Campground

33.9890° N / 91.3584° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
Next open date Nov 2Next open weekend Nov 616 detected openings this week32 monitored sites

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Campsite Sniper detected 16 site openings here in the last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232667

When Pendleton Bend reopens

Pendleton Bend's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
16
Openings · last 30 days
28
Openings · last 90 days
30

Only 30 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.

02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 32 monitored sites

Of the 5,856 tracked site-dates (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 5,488 open for online reservation · 368 reserved.

Where the open windows are

6.3% of tracked site-dates are not currently open for online reservation. 5,488 of 5,856 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027
Not open online6.3%
Open site-dates5,488 / 5,856
Reserved (of online inventory)368 / 5,856
Weekday openings3,059
Weekend openings2,246

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 3,059 fall on weekdays and 2,246 on weekends (Fri–Sun). The split covers the 5,305 open site-nights on mapped sites; 5,488 site-dates are open across all monitored inventory.

Open dates by month

Nov 2026 – May 2027
02505007501,00069493396789496194396NOVDECJANFEBMARAPRMAYSOLID = OPEN SITE-DATES · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

January holds the most room. 967 of 992 site-dates are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 31 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 2622Open
FRI Nov 2719Open
SAT Nov 2819Open
ChristmasTHU Dec 2431Open
FRI Dec 2531Open
New YearTHU Dec 3126Open
FRI Jan 125Open
Memorial DayFRI May 280None open
SAT May 290None open
SUN May 300None open
MON May 310None open

Thanksgiving: 17 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 31 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 25 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.

Holiday windows — day use

Units open per date · of 1 day-use unit
WindowDateUnits openStatus
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 261Open
FRI Nov 271Open
SAT Nov 281Open
ChristmasTHU Dec 241Open
FRI Dec 251Open
New YearTHU Dec 311Open
FRI Jan 11Open
Memorial DayFRI May 280None open
SAT May 290None open
SUN May 300None open
MON May 310None open

Thanksgiving: 1 day-use unit is available for all three dates. Christmas: 1 day-use unit is available for both dates. New Year: 1 day-use unit is available for both dates. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.

Best-availability sites

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
A-03  183
A-11  183
B-01  183
B-02  183
B-03  183

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.

Availability by day-use unit

Most open reservation dates · tracked window
UnitOpen reservation dates
GL1  183

This day-use unit currently has 183 reservation dates available.

Next windows

As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshot
Next 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

5,305 open site-nights across 31 sites at Pendleton Bend, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

31 overnight sites and 1 day-use unit are represented in the current inventory. Day-use inventory is excluded from every night-based figure on this page — site-nights, longest runs, multi-night stays, holiday stays and RV fit; its reservation dates are listed separately below.

Multi-night stays. 75 2-night, 72 3-night, 63 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 2 at site A-03.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 115 ft. 31 sites take 25 ft, 31 sites take 35 ft, 31 sites take 40 ft.

All 31 sites with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
A-0370 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
A-1180 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
B-0152 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
B-0256 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
B-03102 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
B-0678 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
B-0852 ftYes183183 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more
A-0978 ftYes182172 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 13, Nov 14 +170 more
A-04115 ftYes180121 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +168 more
A-0676 ftYes180121 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +168 more
A-0580 ftYes178121 nightsNov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16 +166 more
A-0143 ftYes176120 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 18, Nov 19 +164 more
B-0588 ftYes174160 nightsNov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +162 more
B-1077 ftYes174151 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +162 more
A-0882 ftYes172121 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +160 more
A-13102 ftYes172150 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15 +160 more
A-1587 ftYes172143 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +160 more
B-0993 ftYes171151 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 16 +159 more
A-1085 ftYes170170 nightsNov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 20, Nov 21, Nov 22, Nov 23, Nov 24, Nov 25, Nov 26 +158 more
B-0482 ftYes169158 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 27 +157 more
B-0786 ftYes169165 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 20, Nov 21, Nov 22, Nov 23, Nov 24, Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 27 +157 more
A-1793 ftYes167127 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 18 +155 more
A-1897 ftYes167112 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +155 more
C-0180 ftYes167135 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +155 more
A-02103 ftYes165156 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 20, Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 1 +153 more
C-0283 ftYes164149 nightsNov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 20, Nov 21, Nov 22, Nov 23 +152 more
A-1640 ftYes15975 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +147 more
C-0378 ftYes15255 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15 +140 more
A-12106 ftYes149149 nightsDec 6, Dec 7, Dec 8, Dec 9, Dec 10, Dec 11, Dec 12, Dec 13, Dec 14, Dec 15, Dec 16, Dec 17 +137 more
A-1487 ftYes149149 nightsDec 6, Dec 7, Dec 8, Dec 9, Dec 10, Dec 11, Dec 12, Dec 13, Dec 14, Dec 15, Dec 16, Dec 17 +137 more
A-0773 ftYes146121 nightsNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Dec 13, Dec 14, Dec 15, Dec 16, Dec 17 +134 more

Day-use inventory

183 available reservation dates across 1 day-use unit. Day-use inventory is reserved by the date, so it carries no stay length.
All 1 day-use unit with current availability
UnitOpen reservation datesConsecutive datesDates
GL1183183 datesNov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more

About Pendleton Bend

Overview

Pendleton Bend Campground and Day Use Park is located on the bank of the Arkansas River. The campground offers 31 campsites, a two lane boatramp, a comfort station with hot showers and restrooms, playground, picnic sites, and a group shelter that can accomodate 75 users.

Recreation

Hiking, fishing, boating, birding, and hunting are all popular activities for visitors. World-class bass and crappie fishing is found in Pool 2, and the tailwaters of the dam provide excellent opportunities to catch a variety of gamefish, especially catfish. A boat ramp is available for access to the Arkansas River. Hiking and birding is available in the nearby Trusten Holder Wildlife Management Area. Many species of waterfowl frequent the lower Arkansas River and its adjacent wetlands making this area a destination for waterfowl hunters.

Facilities

Pendleton Bend offers 31 campsites with electric and water hookups, 25 of which may be reserved. Additional amenities include a boat ramp, comfort station with hot showers and flush toilets, group picnic shelter, and a playground with picnic sites.

Natural Features

Pendleton Bend Campground and Park is located in the lush Eastern Arkansas alluvial bottomland forest in Desha County. Pendleton Bend Campground and Park is approximately 3.5 miles upstream of the Wilbur D. Mills Dam and Arkansas Electric Coop Hydropower Dam. The Campground and Park sits along the track for migratory birds as they come and go from the Gulf of Mexico, making it a destination for birders. Many species of waterfowl frequent the Arkansas River and adjacent wetlands making it a destination for waterfowl hunters.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby, visitors can visit the Arkansas Post National Memorial. Here, Henri de Tonti established the first European village west of the Mississippi River in 1686. In 1819, Arkansas Post became the capital of the Arkansas Territory and remained so until the Civil War. The Dale Bumpers White River Refuge is nearby that offers 160,000 acres of excellent hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities as well.

32 monitored sitesRVs up to 115 ft31 with hookups29 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 8

Getting there

From Dumas, Arkansas, take US-165 north for 9 miles to State Route 212. Head east for 2 miles and follow signs to the park.

426 Highway 212 East, Dumas, AR 71639870-548-2291
BirdingBoatingCampingDay Use AreaFishingHikingHunting

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Pendleton Bend?

Reservations for Pendleton Bend are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 5,488 of 5,856 tracked site-dates are open (93.7%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 30 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site or unit 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 facility 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 19:20 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 Pendleton Bend?

Campsite Sniper detected 16 site-date openings at Pendleton Bend in the last 7 days, 28 over 30 days and 30 over the last 90.

Can I get a multi-night stay at Pendleton Bend?

72 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 A-03. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which sites at Pendleton Bend fit a 35-foot RV?

31 of the 31 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 115 ft.

Which month has the most availability at Pendleton Bend?

January 2027, with 967 open site-dates in the current snapshot of 992.

When is the next open date at Pendleton Bend?

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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