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

Fabian B

Verified

February 20, 2023 Stayed at: 07, Loop: CARTER COVE

2

The exterior bathhouse lights are unbelievably, ridiculously bright. Completely ruins an otherwise great campground.
Could not enjoy sitting by fire and looking at the night sky because there was basically a spotlight in my peripheral vision at all times.

Tara P

Verified

January 2, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

This is a gem of a place. We were looking for solitude after the holidays and this was the perfect place. Beautiful trees and super quiet. The camp host was very friendly. Facilities were very good. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a low key escape from the city.

Tara P

Verified

January 2, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

This is a gem of a place. We were looking for solitude after the holidays and this was the perfect place. Beautiful trees and super quiet. The camp host was very friendly. Facilities were very good. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a low key escape from the city.

michael k

Verified

December 3, 2022 Stayed at: 04, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

my favorite place on the lake. clean and lots of room between camp spots. camp host is a great guy.

michael k

Verified

December 3, 2022 Stayed at: 04, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

my favorite place on the lake. clean and lots of room between camp spots. camp host is a great guy.

Bobby D

Verified

November 13, 2022 Stayed at: 10, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Very nice facilities. Very quiet area as well. The camp host were likewise very nice.

Bobby D

Verified

November 13, 2022 Stayed at: 10, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Very nice facilities. Very quiet area as well. The camp host were likewise very nice.

Dewayne E

Verified

October 30, 2022 Stayed at: 21, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

very nice

Dewayne E

Verified

October 30, 2022 Stayed at: 21, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

very nice

Joy L

Verified

October 29, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: CARTER COVE

5

Great park with friendly, helpful staff.

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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