About Cove Lake Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 20
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (132)
What Guests Are Saying
Cove Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, well-kept facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a highly enjoyable camping destination. Many visitors appreciate the quiet, secluded spots and the opportunity for outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. However, some recent reviews noted issues with cleanliness in certain restroom facilities and the locking of shower facilities late in the season, which led to some disappointment.
What Guests Are Saying
Cove Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, well-kept facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a highly enjoyable camping destination. Many visitors appreciate the quiet, secluded spots and the opportunity for outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. However, some recent reviews noted issues with cleanliness in certain restroom facilities and the locking of shower facilities late in the season, which led to some disappointment.
Review Summary
James B
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: A
We camped there in January in our 26ft. self contained trailer. One other camper was there, just the way we like it. No water or services were available in winter. Hiked the trail around the lake clock wise. A little over 4 miles. At the end was a large tree blocking the trail. We had difficulty getting around it. We camp here several times a year. Winter is best for scenery and hiking.
James B
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: A
We camped there in January in our 26ft. self contained trailer. One other camper was there, just the way we like it. No water or services were available in winter. Hiked the trail around the lake clock wise. A little over 4 miles. At the end was a large tree blocking the trail. We had difficulty getting around it. We camp here several times a year. Winter is best for scenery and hiking.
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VerifiedDecember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
Beautiful place . We didn’t use the restrooms
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VerifiedDecember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
Beautiful place . We didn’t use the restrooms
Jamie L
VerifiedNovember 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: A
We very much enjoyed our stay here. There were no flushing toiles or showers available as we were here during the off season and all water was off. All of the restrooms as the swim area, which I assume are the flushing toilets and showers' were locked up. The vault toilets in the camp areas were clean though and had alcohol foam dispensers for hand cleaning. The sites are nice and mostly spaced out so you are not camping right on top of your neighbors. There were some generators running periodically and we did not see any signs saying they could not run them. Otherwise a very nice place to camp and we do plan on returning here.
Jamie L
VerifiedNovember 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: A
We very much enjoyed our stay here. There were no flushing toiles or showers available as we were here during the off season and all water was off. All of the restrooms as the swim area, which I assume are the flushing toilets and showers' were locked up. The vault toilets in the camp areas were clean though and had alcohol foam dispensers for hand cleaning. The sites are nice and mostly spaced out so you are not camping right on top of your neighbors. There were some generators running periodically and we did not see any signs saying they could not run them. Otherwise a very nice place to camp and we do plan on returning here.
Brian D
VerifiedNovember 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: A
We love the space each campsite allows for, as well as the wonderful canopy provided by all the trees. The lake is very safe, with not much boat traffic at all.
Brian D
VerifiedNovember 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: A
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Kimchau T
VerifiedNovember 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: A
Clean toilet facilities and the views from our campsite was gorgeous. Dogs allowed on leashes. Good amount of space between each site. Shower & flush toilets are at the entrance so bit of a walk over from loop A & B. Overall, an amazing campground.
Brian D
VerifiedNovember 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: A
We love the space each campsite allows for, as well as the wonderful canopy provided by all the trees. The lake is very safe, with not much boat traffic at all.
Location Cove Lake Recreation Area
Address:
19 Cove Lake Loop
Paris, AR, 72855
United States
From Paris, take Highway 109 south, then turn southeast on Highway 309 for 9 miles.
Cove Lake Recreation Area is accessible via Highway 109 and Highway 309, which provide direct routes from Paris.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.2244 / -93.6225
Elevation: 306 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- No-wake policy on the lake during weekends and holidays.
Amenities
- No hookups available at this campground.
Site capacity
- Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground.
General
- Click here for more information on the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it at your destination to prevent pests.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
