About Joplin
Number of accommodations: 58
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Fishing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (488)
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Joplin offers a relaxing and beautiful camping experience with spacious sites, convenient amenities like clean showers, and stunning views of the lake, making it a popular choice for visitors. Many campers appreciated the helpful hosts and well-maintained facilities, enhancing their stay. However, some guests reported issues with ants and noise from the sewer area, which could detract from the experience for a few. Overall, most would recommend returning to this lovely location.
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Joplin offers a relaxing and beautiful camping experience with spacious sites, convenient amenities like clean showers, and stunning views of the lake, making it a popular choice for visitors. Many campers appreciated the helpful hosts and well-maintained facilities, enhancing their stay. However, some guests reported issues with ants and noise from the sewer area, which could detract from the experience for a few. Overall, most would recommend returning to this lovely location.
Review Summary
Audrey B
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
We got spot #27 and it was the most breathtaking, beautiful and perfect spot we could of ever asked for. The water was crystal clear, super clean campsite and bathrooms and it was just so peaceful and relaxing. The pictures of the campsite online doesn't do it justice at all. Joplin campground is hands down beautiful and I plan to make several more trips to this place!
Audrey B
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
We got spot #27 and it was the most breathtaking, beautiful and perfect spot we could of ever asked for. The water was crystal clear, super clean campsite and bathrooms and it was just so peaceful and relaxing. The pictures of the campsite online doesn't do it justice at all. Joplin campground is hands down beautiful and I plan to make several more trips to this place!
Kordell K
VerifiedMay 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Awesome site right above the water that is a direct view of the sunset. 30 second walk in, which isn’t too bad but when you’re carrying camp supplies can be a little annoying. Only true complaint is that the anglers NEED to get to the next spot ASAP and rip past every 20 minutes during the day. Night is peaceful however and overall it is a charming site.
Kordell K
VerifiedMay 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Awesome site right above the water that is a direct view of the sunset. 30 second walk in, which isn’t too bad but when you’re carrying camp supplies can be a little annoying. Only true complaint is that the anglers NEED to get to the next spot ASAP and rip past every 20 minutes during the day. Night is peaceful however and overall it is a charming site.
Dolly S
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Beautiful spot but wouldn’t recommend for someone with small children or animals who don’t listen, the campsite is right on the edge of a drop of area that could be unsafe for some families.
Dolly S
VerifiedMay 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Beautiful spot but wouldn’t recommend for someone with small children or animals who don’t listen, the campsite is right on the edge of a drop of area that could be unsafe for some families.
Regan Y
VerifiedMay 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: D
Per the description, this spot (51 D) is not 100% level. It is absolutely good enough for tent camping. The bathrooms are always clean and are right across the road. The cell service is good. The sunrises are spectacular from this camping spot, and I really enjoyed that. I have camped at Joplin campground for years and it is always a good experience. A few of the fellow campers can get a bit noisy around dinner time, but they are just enjoying their company and good food. The noise settles down soon after dinner and I consider that a no harm no foul. Overall, again, it's a beautiful place and I look forward to returning.
Regan Y
VerifiedMay 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: D
Per the description, this spot (51 D) is not 100% level. It is absolutely good enough for tent camping. The bathrooms are always clean and are right across the road. The cell service is good. The sunrises are spectacular from this camping spot, and I really enjoyed that. I have camped at Joplin campground for years and it is always a good experience. A few of the fellow campers can get a bit noisy around dinner time, but they are just enjoying their company and good food. The noise settles down soon after dinner and I consider that a no harm no foul. Overall, again, it's a beautiful place and I look forward to returning.
Ake F
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
Joplin is a park with mixed with both old and newer sites. I wish they could remove some trees by the dump station. It is very tight to turn around after dumping.
Ake F
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
Joplin is a park with mixed with both old and newer sites. I wish they could remove some trees by the dump station. It is very tight to turn around after dumping.
Location Joplin
Address:
303 Campground Rd.
Mt. Ida, AR, 71957
United States
From Hot Springs, Arkansas: Take US 270 west for 23.5 miles to Mountain
Harbor Road. Turn right and follow access road three miles north to the park.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.5752 / -93.4426
Elevation: 182 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Check-in is at 6 PM and check-out is at 4 PM.
- Self-check-in cards must be filled out and attached to your campsite post upon arrival.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the park.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood must be purchased locally and burned on-site to protect forests.
Site capacity
- Campsites 35-63 have uneven terrain and may not accommodate large camping units.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
