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
Tommie W
VerifiedNovember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: D19, Loop: D
The bathrooms need to be cleaned and serviced more often. They frequently ran out of toilet paper.
Angel S
VerifiedNovember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: A09, Loop: A
We absolutely loved it here! Beautiful water and great trout fishing!
Larry T
VerifiedNovember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: C09, Loop: C
Beautiful campground. Cell phone reception better than last year. We drove to Mt. View, less than an hour's drive. We hit all the thrift stores in Heber.
Joetta B
VerifiedNovember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: D06, Loop: D
This site is great. Lots of room between all the sites and this one is close to the restroom.
John H
VerifiedNovember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: B07, Loop: B
Been coming here for decades. Never disappointed, love the atmosphere, the trails, the fishing, especially in the fall with all the colors!!
Crystal B
VerifiedNovember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: D06, Loop: D
Campsites are well spaced. Walking trails maintained. The river is like a fairytale. Beautiful area.
Kathi D
VerifiedNovember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: B08, Loop: B
4 campsites as a group. Beautiful weather kids had a blast
Thad T
VerifiedNovember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: B05, Loop: B
A beautiful setting for a camp ground.
Tamara W
VerifiedNovember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: D10, Loop: D
Clean site, easy access and hookup’s!
Leon M
VerifiedNovember 21, 2025 • Stayed at: C11, Loop: C
Great time of year—fall colors and cool temps. Campfire time
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. |
