About Crystal Springs (AR)
Number of accommodations: 63
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
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Reviews (623)
What Guests Are Saying
Crystal Springs offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with spacious sites and scenic views, especially near the lake. Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and the friendly ranger staff, as well as the various amenities like hiking trails and a playground. However, some guests noted maintenance issues, such as electrical problems and outdated facilities, which detracted slightly from their overall enjoyment.
What Guests Are Saying
Crystal Springs offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with spacious sites and scenic views, especially near the lake. Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and the friendly ranger staff, as well as the various amenities like hiking trails and a playground. However, some guests noted maintenance issues, such as electrical problems and outdated facilities, which detracted slightly from their overall enjoyment.
Review Summary
Brian J
VerifiedApril 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Great
Sheila F
VerifiedApril 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: A
Corkey G
VerifiedApril 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 54, Loop: C
Great location on lake, beautiful view, Safe area for family and kids that is patrolled by sheriffs dept. and rangers. Always quiet after 10pm.
Carol B
VerifiedApril 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: B
We enjoyed our 3 nights. It would be good to note that the bathrooms are quite far from loop B. (There are no bathrooms in that loop) Other than that, we found our stay quite lovely.
Charles G
VerifiedApril 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 38, Loop: C
Beautiful site, right next to the lake and beach. Facilities were very clean and comfortable.
Darcy K
VerifiedApril 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: C
The campground was OK. Sites were clean and level. We would stay again.
cheryl R
VerifiedApril 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: B
At first I was not impressed till we backed on and let the garfe door down on our camper. Was just Beautiful and relaxful. Near by towns as well to stock up on. But the one bad thing is the camp host was missing. No information could be asked. Plus they was burning near by woods which we was not warned about at all. We had to leave for a couple of hours.
Kyle L
VerifiedApril 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
Nice shore fishing. Site was awesome. Fairly close to attractions. Ok cell signal on AT&T.
John L
VerifiedApril 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
This is one of the prettiest, well-kept campgrounds anywhere. Several spots will be your favorite spots and many are right on the water. Plenty to do with swimming, boating, playground, etc. We watched an eagle chase fish in the lake and dive to grab one with his talons and it was spectacular. You are just minutes from convenience stores, cafes, and there's a Dollar General nearby. Because you are so close to Hot Springs, you'll get great reception for TV and phone. The park rangers are always around and it is very safe. Enjoy!
Kevin T
VerifiedApril 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
Unfortunately, on our drive to Crystal Springs on the afternoon of our camping reservation, we started smelling smoke and then seeing flames in the forest along the side of the road. When we arrived at the campground, the smoke was very thick and the smell was overpowering. Even though we didn't see anyone, the campground host told us they were doing a "controlled burn". He said this happens periodically. So, beware, and I would recommend you call ahead (if you can find any number to call!) to see if they are burning in the area during your stay. We drove about 10 miles down the road to another federal campground, Tompkins Bend, and thankfully the wind kept the smoke away from that park. We enjoyed that area very much.
Location Crystal Springs (AR)
Address:
1330 N. Crystal Springs Rd.
Royal, AR, 71968
United States
From Hot Springs, Arkansas, take US 270 west about 15.4 miles to North
Crystal Springs Road. Turn right and follow access road three miles north
to the park.
The campground is accessible via Arkansas State Highway 7, which is approximately 10 miles to the east. Additionally, US Highway 270 is located within 15 miles to the south.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.5425 / -93.3544
Elevation: 183 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
6PM
Check out time
4PM
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.
- 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 5, 2026
