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
James M
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: D15, Loop: D
Clean bath house, trash cans emptied regularly, clean sites with electricity and water. Fishing was OK, water was high most of the day. Our go to campground when we can get it.
Judy N
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: A11, Loop: A
Beautiful spot to camp.
Floyd G
VerifiedJune 2, 2022 • Stayed at: C02, Loop: C
Beautiful park that is always well-kept. Clean bathrooms, freshly mowed, and trash receptacles at almost every site.
Sam P
VerifiedJune 1, 2022 • Stayed at: A09, Loop: A
Best place to tent camp
joe r
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: B17, Loop: B
Weather was great. This was our first visit to JFK but we plan on more trips to stay there. Loved it.
Gary L
VerifiedMay 28, 2022 • Stayed at: C02, Loop: C
Enjoyed our stay nice clean park
Pete R
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: A08, Loop: A
Very nice park. Would definitely stay here again.
Rita H
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: D05, Loop: D
Water flowing high constantly and noisy kids . No TV
KAREN-METTE M
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: A11, Loop: A
BEAUTIFUL PLACE, GREAT SPOTS, CLEAN AND NEAT. WILL DEFINATELY COME BACK
Michael K
VerifiedMay 25, 2022 • Stayed at: B18, Loop: B
It is a beautiful place and we had a good time. I wish that the COE would take better care of the place. The COE needs to redo the reservation policy. You can’t stay there unless you have a reservation do it like the state parks do.
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. |
