Tompkins Bend

Tompkins Bend Campground
Tompkins Bend Campground
Campground Map

Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

75 total sites

RV Sites

61 sites

Tent Sites

14 sites

About Tompkins Bend

Tompkins Bend on Lake Ouachita, is a great family camping destination. The combination of lush mountain scenery and roomy sites big enough for two camping units, make this quiet location an ideal place for an outdoor getaway. Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

Number of accommodations: 75

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

75 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
11, Loop: A Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
14, Loop: A Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: A RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
16, Loop: A Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
22, Loop: B Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
23, Loop: B Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
28, Loop: B Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: B RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
30, Loop: B Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
31, Loop: C Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
32, Loop: C Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 40, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 41, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: C RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
44, Loop: C Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
45, Loop: C Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
46, Loop: C Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 53, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 54, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 55, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 58, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 60, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 61, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 62, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
64, Loop: D Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 65, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 66, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 68, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 69, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 70, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 71, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 72, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
73, Loop: D Tent
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 74, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 75, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 76, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: D RV
Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (903)

What Guests Are Saying

Tompkins Bend is praised for its beautiful, clean environment, excellent hospitality, and spacious campsites with great access to the lake. Many visitors appreciate the shade, quiet atmosphere, and well-maintained facilities, including showers and bathrooms. Some concerns include cleanliness issues in restrooms and the need for upgrades in certain areas, but overall, guests express a strong desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
903 reviews
5
67.6%
610
4
20.9%
189
3
5.8%
52
2
3.0%
27
1
2.8%
25

Leasha B

Verified

September 27, 2023 Stayed at: 76, Loop: D

5

Clean facilities, beautiful, well maintained park. The bank is flat enough to easily drag a kayak down to the lake or a few chairs to enjoy the view. My only complaint is that the camping spots aren’t wooded enough for my liking. My preference is to have a barrier between myself and overly friendly neighbors.

Leasha B

Verified

September 27, 2023 Stayed at: 76, Loop: D

5

Clean facilities, beautiful, well maintained park. The bank is flat enough to easily drag a kayak down to the lake or a few chairs to enjoy the view. My only complaint is that the camping spots aren’t wooded enough for my liking. My preference is to have a barrier between myself and overly friendly neighbors.

Tara S

Verified

September 21, 2023 Stayed at: 25, Loop: B

5

Another great family reunion weekend

Tara S

Verified

September 21, 2023 Stayed at: 25, Loop: B

5

Another great family reunion weekend

Carol S

Verified

September 16, 2023 Stayed at: 38, Loop: C

5

Everything was great! Loved the spot we were on - we love Tomkins Bend!!

Carol S

Verified

September 16, 2023 Stayed at: 38, Loop: C

5

Everything was great! Loved the spot we were on - we love Tomkins Bend!!

Kaylee P

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 73, Loop: D

5

Great area, not super busy even on holiday weekends. The location for being by the water and relaxing is wonderful! Enough sun and shade to enjoy the area and have some fun!

Kaylee P

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 73, Loop: D

5

Great area, not super busy even on holiday weekends. The location for being by the water and relaxing is wonderful! Enough sun and shade to enjoy the area and have some fun!

Von H

Verified

August 30, 2023 Stayed at: 48, Loop: D

5

Simply a peaceful place with enough amenities to be comfortable !

Von H

Verified

August 30, 2023 Stayed at: 48, Loop: D

5

Simply a peaceful place with enough amenities to be comfortable !

Location Tompkins Bend

Address:
15 Tompkins Bend
Mt. Ida, AR, 71957
United States

Highway access

Tompkins Bend is accessible via US 270, which is approximately 10.7 miles from Mount Ida and 24.5 miles from Hot Springs.

Elevation: 188 feet

Distance to downtown

12 mi drive to downtown Mt. Ida (about 17 min)

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: September 4, 2026

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