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2026 Season availability
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- Dump station on site
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- Lake Access
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Reviews (532)
What Guests Are Saying
Joplin Campground offers stunning views, ample space, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great choice for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While the campground is well-maintained with helpful staff, there is a recurring issue with ants and some uneven terrain that could be challenging for larger RVs. Overall, visitors appreciate the scenic beauty and facilities, although some suggest improvements in pest control and road conditions.
What Guests Are Saying
Joplin Campground offers stunning views, ample space, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great choice for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While the campground is well-maintained with helpful staff, there is a recurring issue with ants and some uneven terrain that could be challenging for larger RVs. Overall, visitors appreciate the scenic beauty and facilities, although some suggest improvements in pest control and road conditions.
Review Summary
Tony P
VerifiedJuly 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
Very enjoyable campsite #26 the week of July 4th. Not crowded and as long as your campsite is one of the spots improved by the COE about 5 years ago it's great. They still have multiple spots that are not level (or anywhere close) and while all have electric, many do not have water access or must share with a neighbor via hose splitter. Oh and we had very low water pressure that week
Clay B
VerifiedJuly 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: C
The location and views are amazing. The nearby crystal shops and trails are some of the best! The park rangers and host were very helpful when our antique Vanagon couldn’t handle the slanted campsite we booked and they moved us with no issue! The only thing I would complain about is the nonstop bombardment by ants anywhere on the peninsula. They weren’t aggressive, but they invaded every little nook and space they could crawl into, we are still finding them in the VW despite all efforts.
Definitely book an RV or camper space if you’re worried about staying level!
Lisa C
VerifiedJuly 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
The site was pretty and very shaded!
Ashley T
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: B
Helpful host, rangers patrolling a few times a day, a bit of an ant problem- but we came when it was very dry. Pretty campground, beautiful lake. Old bathhouses, but fairly clean. Lots of bugs inside though. 😂
Nick L
VerifiedJuly 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Great campground. It's a beautiful place. The lake is so clear. Our spot was set up perfect. Power and level gravel was nice. Bring ant poison. We had black, sugar ants crawling around in our tent all night. Highly recommend this place.
Nate M
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
Too many ants.
Matt R
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
Great spot. Good view. Slight drop on the right hand side but easy to level.
Brian L
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Our spot was great two things to bring up. They need to mow and weedy the property and do some ant control. Other than that. We had a great stay.
Lauren R
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: A
Probably our favorite spot in Joplin. Little to no traffic. Incredible views. Very nice if you have kids or a dog because there is easy water access. We were able to park our boat right there on the bank.
Susan W
VerifiedAugust 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: B
The site was clean and beautiful. The provided utilities worked perfectly and the camp host was beyond nice. We love it there!
Location & Directions for Joplin
303 Campground Rd., Mt. Ida, AR 71957 United States
Elevation: 182 ft
Getting There
From Hot Springs, Arkansas: Take US 270 west for 23.5 mi to Mountain
Harbor Road. Turn right and follow access road three miles north to the park.
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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