About Tompkins Bend
Number of accommodations: 75
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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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
Lindi C
VerifiedApril 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 66, Loop: D
Vista Trail is phenomenal and mellow mountain biking. Site 66 has a lot of space around it and great ability to walk down to the water. We love this park!
Nathan M
VerifiedApril 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 50, Loop: D
We were at site 50. It was level enough on pavement for our 32 ft class C with auto leveling jacks. We took a four mile loop hike from the campground. There is lots of space between sites. You will enjoy this campground. No firewood for sale.
Bobby S
VerifiedApril 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
This last trip to Tompkins bend was the best time we had so far camp grounds where clean and rest rooms and shower where good . We will definitely be back there soon. Me and my family love it there and so will you.
Nathan M
VerifiedApril 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 50, Loop: D
We were at site 50. It was level enough on pavement for our 32 ft class C with auto leveling jacks. We took a four mile loop hike from the campground. There is lots of space between sites. You will enjoy this campground. No firewood for sale.
Bobby S
VerifiedApril 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
This last trip to Tompkins bend was the best time we had so far camp grounds where clean and rest rooms and shower where good . We will definitely be back there soon. Me and my family love it there and so will you.
Todd J
VerifiedApril 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: C
We chose to stay in loop B. The campground at this time, end of March, was pretty empty (only 3 other rv's.) The campsites are plentiful. Water and electric. The problems we experienced was on the water. There are many poking trees coming out of the water, so many so that we didn't feel safe with our boat. We had to drive nearly 5 miles, daily, and park in a church parking lot to receive any phone reception. We couldn't even receive phone calls. We didn't try dialing "911," but we are almost sure that number couldn't be reached either. ☹️
Todd J
VerifiedApril 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: C
We chose to stay in loop B. The campground at this time, end of March, was pretty empty (only 3 other rv's.) The campsites are plentiful. Water and electric. The problems we experienced was on the water. There are many poking trees coming out of the water, so many so that we didn't feel safe with our boat. We had to drive nearly 5 miles, daily, and park in a church parking lot to receive any phone reception. We couldn't even receive phone calls. We didn't try dialing "911," but we are almost sure that number couldn't be reached either. ☹️
Todd J
VerifiedMarch 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
We first stayed in loop A, loved it, moved to loop B after 1 week due to a previous reservation, and loved it too! We don't want to leave! Clean, respectful, and FUN! There was just one small problem with people driving too fast through the parks. There is no speed signs up, so walkers and bicyclists need to watch out.
Todd J
VerifiedMarch 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
We first stayed in loop A, loved it, moved to loop B after 1 week due to a previous reservation, and loved it too! We don't want to leave! Clean, respectful, and FUN! There was just one small problem with people driving too fast through the parks. There is no speed signs up, so walkers and bicyclists need to watch out.
Loren S
VerifiedMarch 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 61, Loop: D
Excellent lakeside sites. Easy access to the LOViT hiking trail and a short drive into Hot Springs.
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
