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
Leon M
VerifiedAugust 6, 2025 • Stayed at: C11, Loop: C
Park is well-maintained, restrooms are clean, staff are friendly.
John L
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: D20, Loop: D
Very nice camp site, very clean,
There should be a speed limit on kids with bikes & scooters. They speed all the time even at night.
Ron M
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: B10, Loop: B
Having access to the Little Red River is a great feature. The cleanliness of the park and the friendly and helpful staff is a plus. It is also great being so close to town. JFK is one our favorite places to camp.
steven r
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: A07, Loop: A
Well maintained campground. Spacious campsites.
Robert F
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: C06, Loop: C
The park is not cared for as good as in the past. Grass goes over two weeks and possibly longer without mowing. Gate attendants are wonderful.
Michael M
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: B18, Loop: B
Nothing can beat sitting or standing in the cool air over the water of the Little Red River while fishing, or just relaxing. The deep green of the water, the layer of fog just above it, the verdant appearance of the river bluff all add to the picturesque setting. A real bonus is seeing the splendor of a bald eagle soaring over the river.
At JFK Park Campground, you will find clean, quiet and well-maintained campsites in a beautiful park setting. The bathhouses are well-maintained. Plenty of parking at and near the campsites. Access to the river bank is relatively easy at low water (low generation at the dam) times, but be prepared for slippery conditions. Some access points are also pretty steep. The Collins Creek trails are a bonus, and fishing in the creek is allowed for children under 16 years and one adult chaperone.
Fermin C
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: B01, Loop: B
Very nice and clean campground. Bathroom and showers were very clean.
Eva C
VerifiedJuly 26, 2025 • Stayed at: D04, Loop: D
i always have a great time there.
Kristina S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: D18, Loop: D
While we normally stay in section A for the cool breeze off the river, we stayed in section D this time on higher ground as a last(ish) minute trip and it was available the entire time. I think maybe since it’s the VERY last campsite (D18) and butts up to the woods there more room for critters. The 1st of 4 nights was AMAZING. The next 3, not so much as every night we were terrorized by a group of 3 massive raccoons and a tag along cat. Literally I think he thought they were all family. They opened our clasped closed with latches totes and were slapping our tent….all night long. I’m talking zero sleep because of those little trolls. Probably wouldn’t bother people in campers and I absolutely know they’re just nocturnal little bears living their best life, but id recommend staying in sections A-C. Still a great camp ground with nice enough facilities and would for sure go back!!
Hayley Y
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: B11, Loop: B
Beautiful park. Love it here
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. |
