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
Nicole C
VerifiedJuly 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 65, Loop: D
Really enjoy our visits here, liked the campsite we stayed at the first time better, but all are very decent size sites. The camp hosts are very kind and helpful, very clean bathrooms we will be back.
Crystal D
VerifiedJuly 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: B
We stayed at campsite 23 We LOVED it, It is Tent only and no Power poles or water. There was a Water Area right beside it but it didn't work... Overall we loved and will be back!
Crystal D
VerifiedJuly 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: B
We stayed at campsite 23 We LOVED it, It is Tent only and no Power poles or water. There was a Water Area right beside it but it didn't work... Overall we loved and will be back!
Karen G
VerifiedJune 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
Truly one of the nicest parks I've stayed at! Water views (access) everywhere, clean bathrooms and pleasant neighbors that aren't on top of you. Will make this the only place I stay when in Mt Ida!
Karen G
VerifiedJune 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
Truly one of the nicest parks I've stayed at! Water views (access) everywhere, clean bathrooms and pleasant neighbors that aren't on top of you. Will make this the only place I stay when in Mt Ida!
Gail B
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: C
Shady campsite close to the water. Even tho campground was full our spot offered privacy. Would love to stay here again.
trisha v
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: B
We camped at campsite 23b which was absolutely amazing! Great setup, close to the water, great swimming spot for the kids, everything you want in a campsite!!!!! We will definitely be going back!
Gail B
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: C
Shady campsite close to the water. Even tho campground was full our spot offered privacy. Would love to stay here again.
Preston W
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Awesum camping trip 4 us . Just note host are volunteer host so may not b available 2 ur needs if any = no one was at the gate 2 check in or out . Never met them seen them on golf cart putting out tags. Campground seems 2 b well maintained - dump station was fairly easy access- all the campers in our area observed and respected the quiet times. Restaurant within 3 miles but did not go there
Preston W
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Awesum camping trip 4 us . Just note host are volunteer host so may not b available 2 ur needs if any = no one was at the gate 2 check in or out . Never met them seen them on golf cart putting out tags. Campground seems 2 b well maintained - dump station was fairly easy access- all the campers in our area observed and respected the quiet times. Restaurant within 3 miles but did not go there
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
