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
Sara C
VerifiedJuly 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
When I drove up, the man at the front told me the campsite was practically its own island. SO TRUE. We had so much space and were surrounded by water. Great fishing and hiking close by. Campsites very well maintained and clean. Restrooms were a short drive away and also very clean. The water spout was less than 2 minutes walking. Very pretty site and good experience at Tompkins Bend.
JOEL B
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 71, Loop: D
Restrooms and shower were exceptionally clean. RV site was excellent. Our neighbors were friendly. I plan on coming back.
JOEL B
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 71, Loop: D
Restrooms and shower were exceptionally clean. RV site was excellent. Our neighbors were friendly. I plan on coming back.
Tommy S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: D
Was great
Tommy S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: D
Was great
Matthew T
VerifiedJune 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: C
Very tight sites to get into, tree limbs need to be trimmed and everybody parks wherever they want. But all in all a nice campground...out there (no TV, no cell service for us at least and two radio stations). Nice folks come to camp here.
Matthew T
VerifiedJune 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: C
Very tight sites to get into, tree limbs need to be trimmed and everybody parks wherever they want. But all in all a nice campground...out there (no TV, no cell service for us at least and two radio stations). Nice folks come to camp here.
Terry Z
VerifiedJune 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
Easy excess to boat ramp and leaving boat trailer by boat ramp and very peaceful and relaxing
Terry Z
VerifiedJune 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
Easy excess to boat ramp and leaving boat trailer by boat ramp and very peaceful and relaxing
Bobby S
VerifiedJune 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Park was very good rest rooms and showers where very clean and nice we had a good time there and are planning on booking again as soon as we can. The only thing I had to complain about was the copper head snake in the men's rest room. But I guess that is the best place to be on the pot when you see a snake. Lol
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
