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
Billie M
VerifiedJune 2, 2023 • Stayed at: A09, Loop: A
We had a great camping experience. The park was clean and well taken care of. We were able to fish from bank.
James C
VerifiedMay 31, 2023 • Stayed at: B10, Loop: B
This is a busy park. I was parked beside people that had 4 dogs that barked all the time. A Ranger talked to them and they kept the dogs inside but slacked off after two days. The dogs were in a pin that was within 10 feet of my vehicle.
Most of the pet owners don't pick up after their pets at their sites or along the roads.
People drive faster than the 10mph posted speed limit with kids playing in and running across the streets.
Gene M
VerifiedMay 30, 2023 • Stayed at: A07, Loop: A
One thing I didn't like is that we had to be told by a tour guide that where we were trout fishing was catch and release. We didn't see a sign where we camped or nexted to us. When I did see them they were these 1 foot green and white signs next to the woods. They need to make them bigger and on the road and say from start to where it finishes. Plus, you can fish there they flood the place to much and the only place to catch fish is in the area where you have to release them after you catch them. We took and left a night early because of all that. We won't go back there ever again, it's not worth it.
J L T
VerifiedMay 28, 2023 • Stayed at: D07, Loop: D
JFK has always been an easy choice for our family. It's a beautiful campground, very well taken care of with good space for each campsite and the amenities needed readily available.
JFK has walking/hiking trails through the woods and by the creek, leading to the river.
It is, of course, very busy with fishing action on the Little Red, as well as the trout fish hatchery on site. Even with all the action it still stays fairly quiet. Playgrounds for the kids, a fishing dock for the land locked, a boat ramp, a pavilion for group activities, and decent bathroom facilities are all nice extras to find after you speak to the friendly folks at the front gate.
We'll keep coming back to this one as long as we camp or fish.
Jimmy S
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: D12, Loop: D
Always A nice clean and quiet place to camp.
Esperanza D
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: D10, Loop: D
Little Red River is beautiful! Cold, icy, blue water.
David J
VerifiedMay 20, 2023 • Stayed at: B11, Loop: B
Great spot on Little Red River!
David G
VerifiedMay 19, 2023 • Stayed at: D21, Loop: D
Wonderful location! The campground was clean and well kept. It was also very convenient to get to. We enjoyed touring the fish hatchery.
Linda G
VerifiedMay 19, 2023 • Stayed at: B20, Loop: B
Very nice hiking trail. Good fishing.
Ruth Ann E
VerifiedMay 18, 2023 • Stayed at: B01, Loop: B
Great place close to dock really nice shade one of our favorite places to camp.
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. |
