Tompkins Bend

15 Tompkins Bend, Mt. Ida, Arkansas, United States
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Tompkins Bend Campground
Tompkins Bend Campground
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Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
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Available sites

75 total sites
RV Sites 61 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 14 sites Check Availability

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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Oct 1 to Dec 31

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
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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
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 02, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 03, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 04, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 70 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 05, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 06, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 35 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 07, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 08, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 09, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 35 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 11, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 14, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 16, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 17, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 18, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 19, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 70 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 20, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 21, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 22, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 23, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 24, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 25, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 26, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 35 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 27, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 28, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 29, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 30, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 31, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 32, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 33, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 34, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 35, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 36, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 37, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 38, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 39, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 40, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 41, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 42, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 43, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 44, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 45, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 46, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 47, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 48, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 49, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 50, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 51, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 52, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 53, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 54, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 55, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 57, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 58, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 59, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 35 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 60, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 61, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 62, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 63, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 64, Loop: D Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 65, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 66, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 68, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 69, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 70, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 35 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 71, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 2 ft · Paved
🚐 72, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
⛺ 73, Loop: D Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 74, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 75, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 76, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 77, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 12 ft · Paved

Reviews (922)

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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
922 reviews
5
67.4%
621
4
20.8%
192
3
5.9%
54
2
3.1%
29
1
2.8%
26

Nicholas O

Verified

April 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: A

5

Beautiful campground, stunning lake views from just about every spot in the campground. Clean and quiet!

Nicholas O

Verified

April 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: A

5

Beautiful campground, stunning lake views from just about every spot in the campground. Clean and quiet!

James B

Verified

April 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: C

4

Have camped in this spot numerous times over the years. Love this spot. Close to bath house and boat ramp. MIght treat for ticks as they are numerous due to the abundant deer population.

James B

Verified

April 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: C

4

Have camped in this spot numerous times over the years. Love this spot. Close to bath house and boat ramp. MIght treat for ticks as they are numerous due to the abundant deer population.

Farrel M

Verified

April 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: A

2

I have to move out of the park on the 29th of April and come back to Tompkins Bend on the 1st of May even though the rec.gov website allowed me to reserve from 3/28 til May 10 with no interruption. The rangers at Tompkins bend are making us move out, but allowing us to come back to the same spot anyway. Doesn’t make a whole lot of sense

Farrel M

Verified

April 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: A

2

I have to move out of the park on the 29th of April and come back to Tompkins Bend on the 1st of May even though the rec.gov website allowed me to reserve from 3/28 til May 10 with no interruption. The rangers at Tompkins bend are making us move out, but allowing us to come back to the same spot anyway. Doesn’t make a whole lot of sense

John B

Verified

April 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B

3

It is very peaceful and relaxing campground. We camp here every year.

John B

Verified

April 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B

3

It is very peaceful and relaxing campground. We camp here every year.

Charles A

Verified

April 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 62, Loop: D

4

Good catfish lake

Doug L

Verified

April 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A

5

Very nice park. We parked right on the water with a beautiful sunrise

Location & Directions for Tompkins Bend

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

Elevation: 188 ft

Getting There

From Hot Springs, Arkansas, take US 270 west approximately 24.5 mi to Tompkin
Bend Road. Turn right and follow access road 2.4 mi north to park. <br /><br />From
Mount Ida, Arkansas, take US 270 east about 10.7 mi to Tompkins Bend
Road. Turn left ...

Nearest town

Mt. Ida, AR - 12 mi

About 17 min to downtown

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.

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.&nbsp;

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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