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Jefferson Ridge
Total sites: 81
Available Tonight: 12
Available this Weekend: 22
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 12
Available this Weekend: 22
Booking Window: 6 months
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Jefferson Ridge Campground, AR - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Jefferson Ridge Campground in Howard County is located 1 hr 11 min north of Texarkana, TX with an elevation of 397 feet. There are a total of 81 campsites. The campground is open all year. 79 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 21 and 124 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 79 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Campsite Reviews (96)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 60% | |
| 4 star | 22% | |
| 3 star | 7% | |
| 2 star | 2% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@GregR8740343 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #35
great time
@BillyC1653791 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #63
We love this place. Very quiet this time, even on the weekend.
@AprilG7181288 · Camped on Apr 18, 2025 at Campsite #66
Camp site was clean, bathrooms were clean with good water pressure and hot water.
@PhillipW801077 · Camped on Apr 11, 2025 at Campsite #81
Great like always Even with the loops being closed due to high lake levels ( lot of rain raised the lake almost 12 feet flooding the loops) the ridge was wonderful like always. Some sites are smaller then others and not as easy to level your camper but in the end worth the extra effort. Never had a bad day on the ridge
@JuanaV6228988 · Camped on Mar 29, 2025
We had an amazing 4 days before we had to leave due to weather. We really wish we could have finished our 2 weeks there. Definitely will visit again.
@LarryR5427320 · Camped on Mar 29, 2025 at Campsite #1
Campsite 74 was not good for a 42 ft. 5th wheel camper. Trees in the way. The pull through is not level.
@PhillipW801077 · Camped on Mar 27, 2025 at Campsite #11
The loop is open and it was wonderful. Nice clean site. Fishing was terrific. One of the best weekend of fishing I have had in a long time. Watched kids catching fish from the bank. There were so many kids it brought us back to when we were kids. No phones or tablets just kids playing games with each other. Letting kids be kids. Being grandparents seeing all these kids playing together puts a smile on our face. It was the best feeling weekend. Didnt want it to end. Thanks again we will see you in May if not before.
@mattH6F145B375 · Camped on Mar 21, 2025 at Campsite #78
Good overall experience.
@TammyM2556551 · Camped on Dec 10, 2024 at Campsite #65
Quiet clean very nice place to stay
@AnthonyL127347 · Camped on Dec 6, 2024 at Campsite #77
I enjoyed my stay at Jefferson Ridge. It was very nice and clean. The Bath Houses and restrooms were always nice and clean as well. The lake was beautiful I would like to make spring or summer visit.
@ClintEB81D6CAB · Camped on Nov 14, 2024 at Campsite #74
I normally stay several weeks at Jefferson Ridge Campground and like the lake. But the increase on the per night camp spot from $16 to $22/ night is a little overboard on % of increase
@STEPHENLBD8B0E · Camped on Oct 17, 2024 at Campsite #29
Beautiful location.
@DoyleA9C7B81EC · Camped on Oct 10, 2024 at Campsite #24
Very clean, safe and we enjoyed our 2 week stay
@ShellyD2678742 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #7
The area and the park are beautiful. I stayed in site 7 in early September on a very fall like, temp wise, four day weekend. I stayed in a tent. My site had the best shade of all the water front site. The park could have used a mowing. The bath room for the loop was not the cleanest (hand soap provided but bugs and loose toilet paper squares on the floor), and was not cleaned while I was there, but it was not disgusting. Loop one does not have a shower, but loop two does. However, it is quite the hike to get there from loop one. The water was down and didnt seem all that clean in the cove that loop one is located in. I was kayaking in the morning in the fog on the lake. Note: Site 6 was level for my neighbors 24 ft RV. To sum up the park is beautiful with some opportunities.
@Catherine19355 · Camped on Aug 29, 2024 at Campsite #72
Staff was very friendly and helpful
@DouglasT563853 · Camped on Jul 20, 2024 at Campsite #1
The place was empty on a Friday night during the summer with just a handful of campers registered. The place is pristine, and well run by the hosts, etc. BUT....In today's world, everyone has the need to stay in touch with family or work via cellphones or the internet which can be achieved through a cellphone signal, making a cellphone signal the primary requirement for us. At Jefferson Ridge, which would otherwise get a rating of 5, cellphone service ranged from zero to bare minimum for a minute or two, depending on where you might be standing at the moment or if you were just lucky for a moment. From a safety standpoint, not being able to contact the outside world in case of an emergency or for mere convenience of communication, takes this park off our list of places to stay.With the dollars lost from potential attendees for the simple reason cited, some sort of technology could be easily installed to provide a mini-tower, directional antenna, or such to join the rest of the world.
@TracieTB17EC2D · Camped on Jul 5, 2024 at Campsite #56
Loved Jefferson Ridge campground! Nice quiet area, shady campsites! Will be going back!
@AnitaS7133712 · Camped on Jun 28, 2024 at Campsite #14
There is a need for a better playground equipment for children. Also trees need to be planted for shade. Plant trees that can hold up to the water being on them for a few days; cypress, water oak, willows, etc.
@AnitaS7133712 · Camped on May 23, 2024 at Campsite #62
Nice spot. Good sitting area. Close to bathrooms.
@SharonD4417162 · Camped on Apr 18, 2024 at Campsite #13
The gate tenants are so nice and very friendly
@RaymondM260053 · Camped on Apr 15, 2024 at Campsite #58
Liked my visit it was just cold
@JonathanR63959 · Camped on Apr 7, 2024 at Campsite #34
Beautiful location. The folks at the front gate are terrific.
@stevenb5011158 · Camped on Apr 6, 2024 at Campsite #47
All of our contacts with staff and campground hosts were pleasant, friendly and helpful. Campgrounds are clean and well maintained. Staff provided excellent information about weather events.
@MichaelN518707 · Camped on Apr 6, 2024 at Campsite #41
Overall, the site was adequate, nearly comparable in size and spacing to state park sites. There was a new concrete pad for the picnic table and fire ring. Very large and nice. Also it had a new gravel pad for a vehicle. The spot for the trailer had rather old broken up asphalt. No trees around this specific site. This site had room for 3 vehicles and was around 38' long. The water for this site was a little far away, roughly 50'. Each of the sites had slightly different attributes, some all of it was paved, others had different areas paved than this one. Generally, the loop had areas going into disrepair. The playground by the lake had a lot of rust that caused parts to be broken. The restroom was always soaking wet with standing water on the floor. I believe they hosed it down every day, but the floor isn't sloped for the water to drain properly, so it always had 1/4" of water in it. Also, the ventilation couldn't handle that much humidity, so it was like walking into a pool with water dripping down the walls. The amenities were some of the worst we have seen. Unless you really like Dierks Lake, I'd suggest going elsewhere. The best site at the loop was site 29.
@CarrieM9137499 · Camped on Apr 6, 2024 at Campsite #59
We stayed up in the ridge. Large sites not too close together. Clean restrooms and showers. Water at each site is a reach with a standard length hose. Be prepared to fill your holding tank or bring a long hose.
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