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
Thomas B
VerifiedMay 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: C
Due to the extreme slope of our camp sites, our trip was not as pleasant as we had hoped. We tried to switch sites for a more level spot but was told it was booked. Those folks never showed up. The view was beautiful and we did have a good time. The unlevel ground was the only bad part of the weekend.
Thomas B
VerifiedMay 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: C
Due to the extreme slope of our camp sites, our trip was not as pleasant as we had hoped. We tried to switch sites for a more level spot but was told it was booked. Those folks never showed up. The view was beautiful and we did have a good time. The unlevel ground was the only bad part of the weekend.
Jason J
VerifiedMay 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: D
Joplin campground was fantastic. Location is perfect for biking and making day trips. Park was super clean too!
Jason J
VerifiedMay 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: D
Joplin campground was fantastic. Location is perfect for biking and making day trips. Park was super clean too!
andrea b
VerifiedMay 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
We always love coming to this campsite. There have been a lot of great improvements made in the last year. We especially love the levelled gravel sites and tree shaded lots. There was no water to one of the bathroom sinks but there was water to showers and the washsink on the outside which was odd. This will not stop us from returning to this lovely site and beautiful lake Ouachita.
Edwin L
VerifiedMay 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
We had a great time and enjoy our time spend there. The only issue and maybe corrected once the season starts, but campsite were not clean or prepare for the next camper. The fire pits were full of thrash and wood was left all around. The bathroom and trash cans were clean on a regular basis but nothing else. Some campers clean up when they left but not many. Thank you and will return sometime in the future if in the area.
andrea b
VerifiedMay 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
We always love coming to this campsite. There have been a lot of great improvements made in the last year. We especially love the levelled gravel sites and tree shaded lots. There was no water to one of the bathroom sinks but there was water to showers and the washsink on the outside which was odd. This will not stop us from returning to this lovely site and beautiful lake Ouachita.
Edwin L
VerifiedMay 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
We had a great time and enjoy our time spend there. The only issue and maybe corrected once the season starts, but campsite were not clean or prepare for the next camper. The fire pits were full of thrash and wood was left all around. The bathroom and trash cans were clean on a regular basis but nothing else. Some campers clean up when they left but not many. Thank you and will return sometime in the future if in the area.
Douglas G
VerifiedMay 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: A
Stayed at the Ranger Ridge area, which has a great view of the lake. We were at the site closest to the parking lot, so we didn’t have to hike with our equipment too far, unlike some of the other sites at Ranger Ridge.
We had a good thunderstorm with a lot of wind, so be prepared for that possibility. Wasn’t sure if our tent was going to fully collapse, but it held up.
Not the best showers, because the only place to sit down is outside the shower stalls (men’s at least), but there are showers.
Some of the other sites we checked out were very sloped to the point where I’m not sure how you could put a tent anywhere.
Camp host was very friendly and helpful (Casey).
Douglas G
VerifiedMay 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: A
Stayed at the Ranger Ridge area, which has a great view of the lake. We were at the site closest to the parking lot, so we didn’t have to hike with our equipment too far, unlike some of the other sites at Ranger Ridge.
We had a good thunderstorm with a lot of wind, so be prepared for that possibility. Wasn’t sure if our tent was going to fully collapse, but it held up.
Not the best showers, because the only place to sit down is outside the shower stalls (men’s at least), but there are showers.
Some of the other sites we checked out were very sloped to the point where I’m not sure how you could put a tent anywhere.
Camp host was very friendly and helpful (Casey).
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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