About Tompkins Bend
Number of accommodations: 75
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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
Jesse C
VerifiedApril 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 61, Loop: D
Stayed in 61D. Absolutely gorgeous. Our 20 ft travel trailer fit perfectly. Backs right up to the lake and has a beautiful view of the sunset.
chris d
VerifiedApril 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
Loop B - Site 22 is a gem. Right out on the peak of the peninsula with lots of cool rocks around.
Pro Tip: The crows will stay away from you but when your back is turned, make sure your food isn't sitting out.
chris d
VerifiedApril 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
Loop B - Site 22 is a gem. Right out on the peak of the peninsula with lots of cool rocks around.
Pro Tip: The crows will stay away from you but when your back is turned, make sure your food isn't sitting out.
Judy C
VerifiedApril 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: B
Love this campground
Paul Y
VerifiedApril 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C
While Joplin CG a couple of miles down the road has magnificent views, we stayed at Tompkins Bend and not disappointed. Well maintained, clean (including restrooms and showers), and lots of sites with great lake views. Sites 1-16 are least desirable due to noise from COE pump/water facility. Sites 50-77 have great views of sunset. We were at 34-C which was level and ample room, but not the best lake view. Would definitely stay again!
Paul Y
VerifiedApril 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C
While Joplin CG a couple of miles down the road has magnificent views, we stayed at Tompkins Bend and not disappointed. Well maintained, clean (including restrooms and showers), and lots of sites with great lake views. Sites 1-16 are least desirable due to noise from COE pump/water facility. Sites 50-77 have great views of sunset. We were at 34-C which was level and ample room, but not the best lake view. Would definitely stay again!
Judy C
VerifiedApril 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: B
Love this campground
lawrence k
VerifiedApril 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 53, Loop: D
We had a site right on the water and the sunset was spectacular. The showers had great pressure and were a good way to end the day. We mountain bike and the LOViT trail is a beautiful and buff trail from the campground to Joplin.
lawrence k
VerifiedApril 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 53, Loop: D
We had a site right on the water and the sunset was spectacular. The showers had great pressure and were a good way to end the day. We mountain bike and the LOViT trail is a beautiful and buff trail from the campground to Joplin.
Richard M
VerifiedApril 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 66, Loop: D
Very nice campsite
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
