Carter Cove

CARTER COVE
CARTER COVE

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About Carter Cove

Carter Cove Campground sits along the shores of Nimrod Lake and Dam, cradled between Arkansas' Ouachita and Ozark Mountains. Visitors are greeted with shaded campsites, beautiful scenery and many outdoor recreation opportunities. Nimrod Lake provides the ideal spot to get away from it all, relax and enjoy yourself.

Number of accommodations: 33

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 1 to Sep 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

33 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: CARTER COVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: CARTER COVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (273)

What Guests Are Saying

Carter Cove is praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained grounds, and friendly park hosts, making it a pleasant environment for campers. Many guests enjoyed the easy access to amenities and beautiful views, highlighting the park as a great spot for family trips and fishing. Some concerns were raised about bathroom cleanliness and maintenance issues, such as pests and the need for better site management, but overall, visitors had a positive experience and expressed a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.3
273 reviews
5
67.0%
183
4
13.2%
36
3
8.8%
24
2
5.9%
16
1
5.1%
14

Sandra P

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 32, Loop: CARTER COVE

2

Swim area was gross! Walked to the end of the buoys ankle deep in mud. No cell reception anywhere. (Which I knew going in) but I expected to spend my time in the water.

Boycetta W

Verified

August 7, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Very quiet and clean

Boycetta W

Verified

August 7, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Very quiet and clean

BROCK B

Verified

July 12, 2023 Stayed at: 08, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Great scenery and clean facilities. Loved our spot (8) it was closest to the swim area so the kids had easy access plus close to the boat. Pads a bit of a downhill slope, 4 blocks under the downhill side's tires put it level.

BROCK B

Verified

July 12, 2023 Stayed at: 08, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Great scenery and clean facilities. Loved our spot (8) it was closest to the swim area so the kids had easy access plus close to the boat. Pads a bit of a downhill slope, 4 blocks under the downhill side's tires put it level.

JOYCE H

Verified

June 28, 2023 Stayed at: 03, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Alway friendly, clean, and helpful. Preston and Debbie are amazing. Carter Cove is our favorite place to camp. Restrooms and showers are kept clean. Easy access to fishing, even without a boat.

JOYCE H

Verified

June 28, 2023 Stayed at: 03, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Alway friendly, clean, and helpful. Preston and Debbie are amazing. Carter Cove is our favorite place to camp. Restrooms and showers are kept clean. Easy access to fishing, even without a boat.

Teresa K

Verified

June 18, 2023 Stayed at: 33, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Carter Cove is a great place to camp. Park and bathrooms are clean. Great place to fish.

Teresa K

Verified

June 18, 2023 Stayed at: 33, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Carter Cove is a great place to camp. Park and bathrooms are clean. Great place to fish.

freddie h

Verified

May 1, 2023 Stayed at: 23, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Nimrod is one of my favorite places to camp. If your looking for a lot to do this is not your place. The park attendant is very good always looking forward to talk to him.

Location Carter Cove

Address:
Carter Cove Park
Plainview, AR, 72857
United States

Highway access

Carter Cove is accessible via Route 60, which connects to US Highway 64 approximately 10 miles to the northwest.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.9633 / -93.2393

Elevation: 120 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Check-in is at 3:00 p.m.
  • Check-out is at 1:00 p.m.
  • Park attendants are available from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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.

Site capacity

  • Each campsite allows either two tents or one RV and one tent.

Vehicles & parking

  • Only highway-legal vehicles are allowed; off-road vehicles are not permitted.

Site types & loops

  • Group shelters can only be used for day use; overnight camping is not permitted.

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; buy it locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.

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Last updated: July 11, 2026

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