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
Dianne M
VerifiedOctober 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 59, Loop: D
We always enjoy our time at Tompkins Bend. Clean and well maintained.
Marvin F
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
Over the years we have stayed in a lot of different parks. But, Tompkins Bend is our favorite camp ground. We have camped at Tompkins Bend many, many times since 1978. The park is beautiful and you have a view of beautiful Lake Ouachita from nearly every campsite. I hope we get the opportunity to spend many more trips here!
Kimberly H
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: D
Amazing campsites! Recently trimmed brush piles did need to be removed.
Tim C
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
The campground was nice, but the shower was the worst shower I’ve been in across the entire country.
The walls weee dirty, the floor did t drain, and the water volume of water was so great it ran out of hot water pretty quickly.
The hosts or rangers should be forced to use the showers
Dennis M
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: B
Tompkins Bend is a wonderful spot on Lake Ouachita!
Marvin F
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
Over the years we have stayed in a lot of different parks. But, Tompkins Bend is our favorite camp ground. We have camped at Tompkins Bend many, many times since 1978. The park is beautiful and you have a view of beautiful Lake Ouachita from nearly every campsite. I hope we get the opportunity to spend many more trips here!
Kimberly H
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: D
Amazing campsites! Recently trimmed brush piles did need to be removed.
Tim C
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
The campground was nice, but the shower was the worst shower I’ve been in across the entire country.
The walls weee dirty, the floor did t drain, and the water volume of water was so great it ran out of hot water pretty quickly.
The hosts or rangers should be forced to use the showers
Dennis M
VerifiedOctober 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: B
Tompkins Bend is a wonderful spot on Lake Ouachita!
Scott S
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
We really enjoyed our stay. The weather was perfect for camping. Cool mornings, low humidity, and good fishing 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
