About Tompkins Bend
Number of accommodations: 75
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Playground
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- Dump station on site
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- 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
Steve H
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: A
My experience at Tompkins Bend was fine. My complaint is the Corps of Engineers refusal to accept the fact that many older Americans are not well versed in the use of computers. The fact that “booth workers” and “first come/first come” non -reservable camp sites have been totally eliminated is shameful. You are NOT working for the best interest the American people, but for the best interest of the Corps of Engineers. For those reasons I will NO longer stay at Corps sites but use State Parks which still understand the true meaning customer service!
Steve J
VerifiedMarch 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 61, Loop: D
The park was very nice and our site was great as far as the view and location. The only issue we really had was even though the site says it will take a 50' trailer it was impossible for us to back into it because of the trees. Luckily I had two spots booked for us and another couple so we were able to swap sites with them to get our rig in, we originally had 61D and ended up in 63D. The other issue I had was tree growth on the roads in and out rubbing the sides of out camper and the tight turns needed. We have a 42' fifth wheel with a long bed 3500 crew which made some of the turns quite exciting. We will be back but I will make sure we are in a easier accessed spot in the future.
Steve J
VerifiedMarch 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 61, Loop: D
The park was very nice and our site was great as far as the view and location. The only issue we really had was even though the site says it will take a 50' trailer it was impossible for us to back into it because of the trees. Luckily I had two spots booked for us and another couple so we were able to swap sites with them to get our rig in, we originally had 61D and ended up in 63D. The other issue I had was tree growth on the roads in and out rubbing the sides of out camper and the tight turns needed. We have a 42' fifth wheel with a long bed 3500 crew which made some of the turns quite exciting. We will be back but I will make sure we are in a easier accessed spot in the future.
Dennis M
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Shower house worn out plumbing gone bathroom overheated
diane s
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 71, Loop: D
We had a great time camping in Tompkins Bend campground. Large trees all around, the fall colors were starting to change, the lake was low but still clear and beautiful, nice trails to walk or ride your bikes. Quite, peaceful and close to Hot Springs. We will definitely be coming back.
Dennis M
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Shower house worn out plumbing gone bathroom overheated
diane s
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 71, Loop: D
We had a great time camping in Tompkins Bend campground. Large trees all around, the fall colors were starting to change, the lake was low but still clear and beautiful, nice trails to walk or ride your bikes. Quite, peaceful and close to Hot Springs. We will definitely be coming back.
Tammy S
VerifiedNovember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
The park was not as nice a stay as it usually is. The 50 amp to our site was broken so we had to go back home and wait a day and a half for an electrician because we had to contact the website to let them know instead of just notifying the host. Generally we have park hosts, but there were none this time and they are definitely needed. Please bring them back!!. There were a lot of barking dogs that barked continuously which made the trip annoying. It seems that people are taking advantage and being louder than normal with no authority in the park. Also, we had a difficult time getting reservations because it showed the park was full but our entire stay, half the park was empty. Not such a happy camper this time.
Tammy S
VerifiedNovember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
The park was not as nice a stay as it usually is. The 50 amp to our site was broken so we had to go back home and wait a day and a half for an electrician because we had to contact the website to let them know instead of just notifying the host. Generally we have park hosts, but there were none this time and they are definitely needed. Please bring them back!!. There were a lot of barking dogs that barked continuously which made the trip annoying. It seems that people are taking advantage and being louder than normal with no authority in the park. Also, we had a difficult time getting reservations because it showed the park was full but our entire stay, half the park was empty. Not such a happy camper this time.
Richard B
VerifiedOctober 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 49, Loop: D
We spent two great nights at end of our two week road trip before heading home. The camp site was wonderful and had a great view being on the lake. We enjoyed long walks along the shore line with the dog and will be returning with the kayaks next time.
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: June 4, 2026
