About John F Kennedy
Number of accommodations: 67
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (640)
What Guests Are Saying
John F. Kennedy campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and spacious campsites, making it a favorite destination for families and fishing enthusiasts. The hiking trails, particularly near Collins Creek, offer enjoyable experiences for all ages. While there are suggestions for improvements such as better internet service and more frequent trash pickup, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
John F. Kennedy campground is praised for its beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and spacious campsites, making it a favorite destination for families and fishing enthusiasts. The hiking trails, particularly near Collins Creek, offer enjoyable experiences for all ages. While there are suggestions for improvements such as better internet service and more frequent trash pickup, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Kristy F
VerifiedApril 19, 2026 • Stayed at: B08, Loop: B
Beautiful campground! Great place to go hiking!
Michael H
VerifiedApril 17, 2026 • Stayed at: D15, Loop: D
Beautiful campsite overlooking the river we love so much! Bathrooms and showers were clean, campsites was well cleared and well arranged and garbage pickup efficient. We’ll be back!
William D
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: D05, Loop: D
Excellent campground. Clean and a good amount of space.
Only improvement I can suggest is internet service would be nice.
Tammy B
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: D16, Loop: D
This campsite is a very nice campsite. I was in Loop D16 and just love being near the river. You really can't go wrong with any of them. I didn't have to visit the bath house this trip because I was fortunate enough to stay in a relative's camper trailer. Collins creek hike is very nice and meanders along side a beautiful flowing creek allowing the sound of running water while you hike. It's an easy hike for all ages. You can access the hike from either the loop D area or along the main road in and out of the campground.
Case W
VerifiedApril 5, 2026 • Stayed at: B04, Loop: B
Great campground!
Bonnie J
VerifiedApril 3, 2026 • Stayed at: C04, Loop: C
We have camped at JFK for 40 years. We love it and love fishing on the River. We started camping in tents, then pop-up then camper that we have now. Our daughter was 3 when we brought her the first time and she is 41 now. Our two granddaughters love fishing and camping too. They are 11 and 14. So relaxing and fun.
Tasha T
VerifiedApril 2, 2026 • Stayed at: D23, Loop: D
Wonderful time! Perfect location! Loved our camp site. Ready to go back!
Renee G
VerifiedApril 2, 2026 • Stayed at: C02, Loop: C
The park was great for adults and our grandkids. The playground, Collins Creek and the easy "hike" beside it were lots of fun with young kids. The only issue was trash. The can at our site was full when we arrived and was not picked up the 2 days we were there (Wed/Thur). I found no other place for trash disposal since all the sites had full trash cans.
Brandy N
VerifiedMarch 30, 2026 • Stayed at: D01, Loop: D
We love camping here!!
Dana K
VerifiedMarch 30, 2026 • Stayed at: B09, Loop: B
Great camp ground with awesome river views and amazing fishing!
Location John F Kennedy
Address:
375 Hatchery Road
Heber Springs, AR, 72543
United States
From Heber Springs, AR, take SR-25 north 4 miles, cross the dam, and turn right on the second road.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.5159 / -91.9965
Elevation: 97 feet
Policies & Rules
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Attendant is on duty during peak season. |
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One wheeled camping unit and two tents or four tents are allowed per site. Maximum of 8 occupants per site. |
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ATV's, golf carts or off-road vehicles are prohibited. |
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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. |
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For more information on Greers Ferry Lake, click HERE . |
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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. |
