Gillham Lake Cossatot Reefs Park
Gillham Lake Cossatot Reefs Park
Gillham Lake Cossatot Reefs Park
COSSATOT REEFS

Featured amenities

River Access River Access
Showers Showers

Available sites

30 total sites

About Cossatot Reefs

Cossatot Reefs 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Currently open - Mar 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access River Access
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

30 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 02, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 03, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 04, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 05, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 06, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 07, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 08, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 09, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 10, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 11, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 12, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 13, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 14, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 15, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 16, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 17, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 18, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · 30 ft long · Paved
🚐 19, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 20, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 21, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 22, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 23, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 24, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 25, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 26, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 27, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS Tent
Paved · Full shade
🚐 28, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 29, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS Tent
Paved · Full shade
🚐 30, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS RV
50 amp · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (378)

What Guests Are Saying

Cossatot Reefs offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with close access to the river, well-maintained restrooms, and a variety of wildlife. Many guests appreciate the shaded campsites and the serene atmosphere, making it a favorite destination for families and nature lovers. However, some campers noted issues with site proximity, shared water hookups, and occasional disturbances, indicating areas for improvement in campground etiquette and facility maintenance.

Review Summary

4.4
378 reviews
5
61.9%
234
4
24.6%
93
3
8.5%
32
2
2.9%
11
1
2.1%
8

Maburn K

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

5

Our first trip to Cossotot Reefs was a terrific experience. great campsite, peaceful location by the river. Clean rest room and shower facilities. Camp hosts were most helpful. We will be back!

Maburn K

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

5

Our first trip to Cossotot Reefs was a terrific experience. great campsite, peaceful location by the river. Clean rest room and shower facilities. Camp hosts were most helpful. We will be back!

Jonathan T

Verified

August 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

1

Beware of site 17! This Site was flooded upon arrival. They were upgrading the group facility and it looked like they rutted up all around the site causing poor drainage. Even had ruts from where they parked some of their heavy equipment in the camper space. Also, I could hardly squeeze my 22’ bumper pull travel trailer in and out of that space because of the trees and layout. I can’t remember what the max length on the website states but it’s probably around double. No way! This was Memorial Day weekend so there was no available sites anywhere else. We tried sticking out there for the kids but it rained again that night and when we woke up the whole campsite looked like a lake. Packed it up and stopped at the host shack to tell him what was going on. He told us to fill out a form for request for refund. Still haven’t heard from anyone. We stay here all the time and have even stayed once since then. The last time we stayed we seen someone with a 30’ fifth wheel try to back into this site and scraped the entire side of trailer. They had to call and pay someone with a flatbed to back it in and out for them. I’m just giving this site one star hoping someone else will see this and not make the same mistake we made.

Jonathan T

Verified

August 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

1

Beware of site 17! This Site was flooded upon arrival. They were upgrading the group facility and it looked like they rutted up all around the site causing poor drainage. Even had ruts from where they parked some of their heavy equipment in the camper space. Also, I could hardly squeeze my 22’ bumper pull travel trailer in and out of that space because of the trees and layout. I can’t remember what the max length on the website states but it’s probably around double. No way! This was Memorial Day weekend so there was no available sites anywhere else. We tried sticking out there for the kids but it rained again that night and when we woke up the whole campsite looked like a lake. Packed it up and stopped at the host shack to tell him what was going on. He told us to fill out a form for request for refund. Still haven’t heard from anyone. We stay here all the time and have even stayed once since then. The last time we stayed we seen someone with a 30’ fifth wheel try to back into this site and scraped the entire side of trailer. They had to call and pay someone with a flatbed to back it in and out for them. I’m just giving this site one star hoping someone else will see this and not make the same mistake we made.

Barbara F

Verified

August 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

4

Great park, roomy shady sites with good separation from your neighbors. Family oriented, quiet during the week, and weekends are not crazy just filled with families having fun. Great restrooms, in the past, we didn't use this time because of Covid. We had a great week there, watch the coins though they will certainly hit your camp if you forgot something. We had armadillos and squirrels in our campsite daily.

Barbara F

Verified

August 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

4

Great park, roomy shady sites with good separation from your neighbors. Family oriented, quiet during the week, and weekends are not crazy just filled with families having fun. Great restrooms, in the past, we didn't use this time because of Covid. We had a great week there, watch the coins though they will certainly hit your camp if you forgot something. We had armadillos and squirrels in our campsite daily.

Julia F

Verified

August 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

5

Beautiful camping area. Floated the river to the bridge, very pretty. Clean restroom. Nice hike trail. Well go back.

Julia F

Verified

August 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

5

Beautiful camping area. Floated the river to the bridge, very pretty. Clean restroom. Nice hike trail. Well go back.

Rhonda T

Verified

September 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

4

Beautiful Park! This is definitely a hidden treasure and we will be back. Loved Lot 13 right on the River.

Rhonda T

Verified

September 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: COSSATOT REEFS

4

Beautiful Park! This is definitely a hidden treasure and we will be back. Loved Lot 13 right on the River.

Location & Directions for Cossatot Reefs

244 Reefs Park Road, Gillham, AR 71841 United States

Elevation: 156 ft

Nearest town

Gillham, AR - 6.7 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

5PM

General

  • Check in with Gate House upon arrival and before you set up on site.
  • A maximum of 2 Tents and 8 Occupants per site.
  • Quiet hours are;
  • Check out time is by;
  • No ATV/UTV's Allowed
  • This Area has the possiblity of flooding throughout the year. You may want to check lake levels before traveling. 
  • Beware of sudden changes in water level below dam; if warning horn sounds twice, water will rise, if it sounds once, water will lower.
  • Please wear a life jacket when participating in water recreation.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • Bring extra water hose and electric cords to allow for longer distances from campsites.
  • STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.

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