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
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- Showers
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- 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
Gerald T
VerifiedNovember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C
We loved our time there and are coming back very soon. The staff that we interacted with were all very nice and friendly. The surroundings were great. It is now our favourite place to go for some time in our RV.
Debbie I
VerifiedOctober 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 49, Loop: D
My only concern is that the tree limbs need to be trimmed
Debbie I
VerifiedOctober 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 49, Loop: D
My only concern is that the tree limbs need to be trimmed
BJ D
VerifiedOctober 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Tompkins Bend provided plenty for my grandchildren to do. They fished, rode their bikes, enjoyed the playground but their absolute favorite was the long trail.
BJ D
VerifiedOctober 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Tompkins Bend provided plenty for my grandchildren to do. They fished, rode their bikes, enjoyed the playground but their absolute favorite was the long trail.
James and Tammy P
VerifiedOctober 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: B
Very beautiful & peaceful location on Lake Ouachita. We saw deer near our tent. #30. Actually, they’re all over the campground. We watched them from 7:30ishPM to around 1AM when we decided to call it a night. There’s lots of gray squirrels,too. We also saw a beautiful fox cross from the wooded area near Shangri-La to down by the water near the marina one morning a little after sunrise. Bathrooms were cleaned & stocked. Showers were hot. Watch out for the big, daddy long-legged spiders on the walls of restrooms & showers. They’re harmless. We just shooed them away. We very much enjoyed our 2 night stay & plan on returning. For anyone who loves wildlife, a crystal clear lake with mountains around it, this is for you!
James and Tammy P
VerifiedOctober 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: B
Very beautiful & peaceful location on Lake Ouachita. We saw deer near our tent. #30. Actually, they’re all over the campground. We watched them from 7:30ishPM to around 1AM when we decided to call it a night. There’s lots of gray squirrels,too. We also saw a beautiful fox cross from the wooded area near Shangri-La to down by the water near the marina one morning a little after sunrise. Bathrooms were cleaned & stocked. Showers were hot. Watch out for the big, daddy long-legged spiders on the walls of restrooms & showers. They’re harmless. We just shooed them away. We very much enjoyed our 2 night stay & plan on returning. For anyone who loves wildlife, a crystal clear lake with mountains around it, this is for you!
Donnie H
VerifiedOctober 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
we love to stay here, caught lots of fish
Donnie H
VerifiedOctober 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
we love to stay here, caught lots of fish
Robert K
VerifiedOctober 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 65, Loop: D
Lovely site
Reservation system is difficult though
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 3, 2026
