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n/a, St. Joe, AR, 72675
National Park ServiceLast Updated: December 5, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Woolum Campground is a large open field at the Woolum access to the Buffalo River near St. Joe AR. There are no amenities at Woolum. There are no designated sites. A vault toilet is available. Fees are not charged at Woolum. Woolum serves as overflow when Tyler Bend campground is full.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Woolum is located 7 miles off of Highway 65 in St. Joe, Arkansas. Follow County Road 374 west out of St. Joe towards Woolum. The first 4 miles is paved road, the last 3 miles is graded gravel road. The campground is an open field with no designated campsites. No picnic tables, fire grates, water, or flush restroom facilities. There is a horse camp section of Woolum available for campers with pack animals.
Weather
Summer in the Ozarks can be very hot and humid. Please check the weather forecast prior to your arrival and plan accordingly. The weather the rest of the year has the potential to be wet and cool or dry and warm. Please pay special attention to river levels and the rain forecast when planning a trip on the river. River levels can rise dramatically in a short period of time so please be aware of conditions.
Amenities
Toilets
Directions
From St. Joe, Arkansas take County Road 374 west 7 miles to Woolum river access. Camping is permitted in the field to the left along the right side of the road. No camping permitted in the hay fields along the left side of the road.
Rates & Fees
Woolum Campground Fees
There is no fee charged at Woolum.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Please keep fires in the designated fire rings. Cook stoves are allowed.Regulations Overview
Quiet hours are between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Generators may be used between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Maximum length of stay in campground is 14 consecutive days. Use the trash receptacles for all other refuse. These measures will help prevent nuisance wildlife and keep the campground clean. Washing anything in the river is prohibited. You may use dead and down wood for firewood. All fires should be completely out when campsite is unattended. At all times, pets must be confined or on a leash not more than 6 feet in length. Pets should not be left unattended. Clean up after pets. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: contact Park Dispatch at 888-692-1162. Report all accidents and lost and found property to a ranger.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
The terrain is grassy and uneven.
Cell Phone Information
Cell phone coverage is spotty. More reliable cell phone coverage is available closer to St. Joe, Arkansas.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Horse trailers are allowed in the horse camp.
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
Camping is not permitted in the hay fields.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Woolum Campground does not any have ADA compliant sites.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Primitive Camping Areas
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