About Tompkins Bend
Number of accommodations: 75
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
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Reviews (863)
What Guests Are Saying
Tompkins Bend campground offers beautiful lake views, well-maintained facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite among visitors. Many appreciate the easy access to fishing, hiking trails, and nearby amenities, such as Shangri-La resort. While some campers noted tight spaces and age-related wear in facilities, the overall experience is positive, with clean restrooms and friendly camp hosts enhancing the stay.
What Guests Are Saying
Tompkins Bend campground offers beautiful lake views, well-maintained facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite among visitors. Many appreciate the easy access to fishing, hiking trails, and nearby amenities, such as Shangri-La resort. While some campers noted tight spaces and age-related wear in facilities, the overall experience is positive, with clean restrooms and friendly camp hosts enhancing the stay.
Review Summary
Tina S
VerifiedJuly 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 75, Loop: D
This was an amazing spot to have some wonderful time with the family. The sunsets were breathtaking! We parked our boat right at camp. I lounged in my lounger about every day listening to the waves crash in shore and the constant breeze across the lake. The grandbaby had swim access whenever she wanted and we never had to leave camp. She rode her bike around the loop and met lots of kids when she wasn’t swimming or out with poppy in the boat. The bathrooms were clean each night. Dump station was clean and easily accessible to pull in and out. We had a fantastic week!
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Pacerd N
VerifiedJuly 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Had a great trip to Tompkin bend very nice and clean park. Very good prices and nice camp ground. Host very nice and looking forward to another visit.
Pacerd N
VerifiedJuly 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Had a great trip to Tompkin bend very nice and clean park. Very good prices and nice camp ground. Host very nice and looking forward to another visit.
Preston W
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: B
For us the coziness of the sites & proximity 2 the water for swimming .mostly shaded & pretty quiet nice place 2 stay.
Preston W
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: B
For us the coziness of the sites & proximity 2 the water for swimming .mostly shaded & pretty quiet nice place 2 stay.
Sandy J
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: C
Tompkins Bend is a great place to camp and meet campers.
Sandy J
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: C
Tompkins Bend is a great place to camp and meet campers.
Rodney B
VerifiedJune 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 59, Loop: D
Very beautiful area! Camping spaces are nice and maintained. Right on the water. Our only complaint are the restroom and showers. Very out dated. They don't clean them regularly. Even thought the restrooms and shower weren't great, We will be back.
Rodney B
VerifiedJune 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 59, Loop: D
Very beautiful area! Camping spaces are nice and maintained. Right on the water. Our only complaint are the restroom and showers. Very out dated. They don't clean them regularly. Even thought the restrooms and shower weren't great, We will be back.
Tina C
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: A
Favorite spot on Lake Ouachita.
Location Tompkins Bend
Address:
15 Tompkins Bend
Mt. Ida, AR, 71957
United States
From Hot Springs, Arkansas, take US 270 west approximately 24.5 miles to Tompkin
Bend Road. Turn right and follow access road 2.4 miles north to park.
From
Mount Ida, Arkansas, take US 270 east about 10.7 miles to Tompkins Bend
Road. Turn left and follow access road 2.4 miles north to the park.
Tompkins Bend is accessible via US 270, which is approximately 10.7 miles from Mount Ida and 24.5 miles from Hot Springs.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.5688 / -93.4699
Elevation: 188 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- No off-road vehicles allowed in park
- 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.
- Check-Out time is 4pm and Check-In time is 6pm
- Camper Self-Check In Cards are located at the entrance of the campground. Please grab a card apon entry, fill it out and attach it to your campsite post. A ranger will verify the information written on the card later and check you in.
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Last updated: July 11, 2026
