Gillham Lake, Big Coon Creek
Gillham Lake, Big Coon Creek
BIG COON CREEK

About Big Coon Creek

Big Coon Creek Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in southwest Arkansas. Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

Available sites

32 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

32 Sites Available

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🚐 01, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 02, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 03, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 04, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 05, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 06, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 07, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 08, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 09, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 10, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 11, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 12, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 13, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 14, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 15, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 16, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 17, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 18, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 19, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 20, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 21, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 22, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 23, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 24, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 25, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 26, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 27, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 28, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 29, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 30, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 31, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 32, Loop: BIG COON CREEK RV
50 amp · Paved · Back-in Site

Reviews

170 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Big Coon Creek offers a clean and beautiful camping experience with spacious sites, great views, and friendly park staff. Visitors enjoyed fishing, swimming, and the well-maintained facilities, including clean bathrooms and a quiet atmosphere at night. Some minor concerns were noted, such as site numbering and maintenance of certain amenities, but overall, guests had a wonderful time and plan to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

Overall rating

Based on 170 reviews

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5 stars 57.6% (98)
4 stars 24.1% (41)
3 stars 10.0% (17)
2 stars 5.9% (10)
1 star 2.4% (4)

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leann f

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March 23, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

The grill is completely broken off & laying on the ground for this campsite. Luckily we had other means of cooking while there. If we hadn’t I don’t know what we would have done.

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leann f

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March 23, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

The grill is completely broken off & laying on the ground for this campsite. Luckily we had other means of cooking while there. If we hadn’t I don’t know what we would have done.

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LaDonna F

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June 8, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

Campsites 9 & 10 were both shady & easy to get into for setup. The swim beach, playground, bathrooms and the camping sites were very clean. The ground hosts were really friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend this place for family relaxation

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LaDonna F

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June 8, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

Campsites 9 & 10 were both shady & easy to get into for setup. The swim beach, playground, bathrooms and the camping sites were very clean. The ground hosts were really friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend this place for family relaxation

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Philip W

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October 1, 2025 Stayed at: 02, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

Perfect time. Great park. Wonderful team running the place.

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Philip W

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October 1, 2025 Stayed at: 02, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

Perfect time. Great park. Wonderful team running the place.

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Phillip W

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October 20, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

This is a great place to take the family. We stayed in site 4 which is walking to the swim beach and playground for young kids. Be aware of the hills if you are riding a regular bicycle. There is not a ton of grass for pets, but we had no trouble with our dog. Sites 2-5 are somewhat small, but had a wonderful view of the water and a beautiful sunrise in the morning. When my grandson gets older we will stay at the top of the loop so that we can have a larger site. Overall, great place.

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Phillip W

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October 20, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

This is a great place to take the family. We stayed in site 4 which is walking to the swim beach and playground for young kids. Be aware of the hills if you are riding a regular bicycle. There is not a ton of grass for pets, but we had no trouble with our dog. Sites 2-5 are somewhat small, but had a wonderful view of the water and a beautiful sunrise in the morning. When my grandson gets older we will stay at the top of the loop so that we can have a larger site. Overall, great place.

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Russell H

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December 25, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

love watching the creek rolling down the beautiful green grass and benches. Just being able to just breathe

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Russell H

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December 25, 2025 Stayed at: 09, Loop: BIG COON CREEK

love watching the creek rolling down the beautiful green grass and benches. Just being able to just breathe

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Location & Directions for Big Coon Creek

493 Polk 246, Gillham, AR 71841 United States

Elevation: 173 ft

Getting There

From Gillham on Hwy 71, go east on Tower Rd. for 1.3 mi; Turn left onto Gillham Lake Rd. for 4.3 mi; Turn left onto Polk Road 474 for 1.7 mi.

Nearest town

Gillham, AR - 7.7 mi

About 13 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 71, approximately 1.3 miles from Gillham.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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Explore Gillham, AR

Population: 147

Nearby city: Fort Smith, AR

Approx. 81 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 801 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

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