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
CHARLES D
VerifiedNovember 17, 2025 • Stayed at: D02, Loop: D
We spent 5 nights at JFK. Everything about the campground was great. The campground is right next to the Little Red River. Quite a few campsites are on the river. The campsites are spacious. Each site has its own trash cans, which is so convenient. If you’re a trout fisherman this is your spot. The river is accessible right from the campground and it is stocked with trout. Don’t miss the train museum in Heber Springs. They have an amazing collection of model trains. The owner has trains his father passed on to him, one set is over 100 years old. He has built multiple train layouts throughout the building. One layout accommodates 18 operators at once. This is a must see. For restaurants Peggy Sue’s has breakfast and lunch, Angie’s Hideaway for any meal, and Mack’s Fish House for catfish and steaks. Can’t go wrong with any of the three. I highly recommend JFK campground.
Rachael K
VerifiedNovember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: A02, Loop: A
Beautiful place this time of year. Lots of people out fishing on the river. The hatchery and the trails were fun to do. There are a couple of local area restaurants if you don’t feel like cooking, but apparently Domino’s will deliver pizza to your campsite here. I spotted their delivery vehicle a few times.
Terry L
VerifiedNovember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: D12, Loop: D
Enjoyed our stay and the fall leaves were beautiful.
Lee J
VerifiedNovember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: A06, Loop: A
Always a nice and peaceful stay here! Our go to spot for sure!
Lavelle R
VerifiedNovember 15, 2025 • Stayed at: B07, Loop: B
Perfect week. Trees were gorgeous. Great campsites.
Lavelle R
VerifiedNovember 14, 2025 • Stayed at: B07, Loop: B
It was a perfect week for camping. The trees were beautiful and the fishing was excellent. Love this campground.
Billye Darleen S
VerifiedNovember 13, 2025 • Stayed at: D03, Loop: D
It’s a great spot to camp in. Water and electricity are provided there. Nice fire pit and easy to use for cooking.
Anna W
VerifiedNovember 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C04, Loop: C
Love my camping trip,my favorite spot!
Victor P
VerifiedNovember 10, 2025 • Stayed at: B10, Loop: B
Even though it rained still the air, atmosphere, sound of water, sound of nature and all the creatures, and trees helped us relax, calm, and felt joy with family got together experience was the greatest. Our fur baby took me to adventure of walking trail for about an hour that I didn't even know there was existed. Took so many pictures of beautiful landscapes , wild flowers, lots of interesting shapes of rocks. We even caught some trout and BBQ for our tummies that were special moments for our grand son before went back to his home. This park is one of my most favorite place in AR.
David S
VerifiedNovember 10, 2025 • Stayed at: D02, Loop: D
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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. |
