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Tompkins Bend
Total sites: 75
Available Tonight: 16
Available this Weekend: 16
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 16
Available this Weekend: 16
Booking Window: 6 months
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Ouachita National Forest › Womble Ranger District › Arkansas
› Montgomery County
› Mount Ida
› Tompkins Bend Campground
Tompkins Bend Campground, AR - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Tompkins Bend Campground is located in the Womble Ranger District, Ouachita National Forest (42 min west of Hot Springs, AR) with an elevation of 584 feet. There are a total of 75 campsites including 14 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 61 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 78 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 61 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $24.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Campsite Reviews (432)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 66% | |
| 4 star | 22% | |
| 3 star | 6% | |
| 2 star | 3% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@AndyFE510E3E84 · Camped on Apr 20, 2026 at Campsite #39
We left a day early because of approaching storms. Was very surprised to receive a refund (12 bucks for us old farts) for that one day when we did not request it. Somebody was on the ball. Fishing was poor but the dogs enjoyed the trails and none of the 4 types of snakes we saw were the bad kind. Nice to have a lakeside sites with not much boat traffic. We'll be back.
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@JulieH3977949 · Camped on Apr 17, 2026 at Campsite #75
We came to the area for crystal digging. There could be an improved signage for the different sites. Finding our campground at night was difficult due to minimum signage and hard to see.
@RyanS4713424 · Camped on Apr 17, 2026 at Campsite #45
Don't leave nothing in your campground around here some will steal all your stuff. No camp host present, your on your own.
@MaxineL04A31CD · Camped on Apr 10, 2026 at Campsite #59
we had a good time meeting up with family. Little disappointed at filling it looked run down compared to other campsites we have visited over the years. and being in the Hot Springs area and all. Know you can't do anything about the low water but lake is full of turtles no luck fishing.. empressed how quick the park works fixed the clip that broke on the site board.
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@JoeP4395388 · Camped on Apr 5, 2026 at Campsite #3
Extra nice area for sure. Nothing at the Grand Lake of the Cherokees is nice, kept up or repaired. Everything at Tompkins Bend was immaculate. Beautiful campground and surroundings. Well kept and clean. It's obvious Arkansas allocates their funding appropriately to allow their guests to fully enjoy their outdoor experience. Too bad Oklahoma can't do the same.
@KarenW6722333 · Camped on Apr 5, 2026 at Campsite #66
It was such a peaceful, quiet place. The variety of birds was impressive and enjoyable.
@KayleeY88509A1 · Camped on Apr 1, 2026 at Campsite #14
Nice, Peaceful, Beautiful!!
@GeraldT2329821 · Camped on Mar 27, 2026 at Campsite #54
This campground is always top notch. Restrooms and showers were always clean. Camp hosts were very friendly. Best place to camp in my opinion. We come out here often.
@ScottP5976595 · Camped on Mar 20, 2026 at Campsite #11
Awesome facilities.
@TraciRF7B55A7D · Camped on Mar 20, 2026 at Campsite #9
A9 is a great camping spot! Great views of the lake, quiet surroundings and easy access. Good level pad.There are trees in the way of extending an awning but its shaded. Within walking distance to the bathhouse and restrooms.
@Stephanie52ED5 · Camped on Mar 19, 2026 at Campsite #51
Great views, clean campgrounds, lots to do close by!
@MonicaS3433522 · Camped on Mar 17, 2026 at Campsite #39
Nice, level site with lovely view. Bathrooms were cleaned daily.
@KimberlyB48851 · Camped on Mar 13, 2026 at Campsite #45
We reserved spots 44, 45 and 46. These are right in the cove and tent only spots. It was a perfect spot for our big group of 10. Walking distance to each bathroom. The bathrooms and showers were real clean and the water was hot. Quiet at night. We also ate at the cafe nearby. Would camp here again.
@CharlieB783016 · Camped on Mar 13, 2026 at Campsite #49
Always love this spot its shaded and large with easy access to the bathroom if you need it
@BlakeW35175E33 · Camped on Mar 13, 2026 at Campsite #63
It was a great campground. There seems to be plenty of trees for shade when it gets hot (though we went when it was cool and there were no leaves) the spots are not on top of each other especially if you pay attention to the map placement - and during our visit it was quiet and peaceful. The bathrooms were clean, we were very impressed. The water of the lake was great/seemed clean, the shores by our campground were excellent, clear and easy to get to the water. We wished we brought kayaks. Also close by entrances to the hiking trails which were super fun and gentle enough for kids. Overall a great visit, I would come back in a heartbeat.
@RonnieCE609179 · Camped on Mar 5, 2026 at Campsite #26
We always enjoy our stay at the lake. It was early spring and we were one of the few there. We also love to go to the shangri-La restaurant!
@TimothyN310035 · Camped on Mar 1, 2026 at Campsite #6
Stayed one night in early March and was mostly empty and very quiet. Clean bathhouses and tidy sites.
@KarenW6722333 · Camped on Oct 19, 2025 at Campsite #41
It was relaxing and quiet. The large variety of birds provided much entertainment.
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@RobertK4087757 · Camped on Oct 14, 2025 at Campsite #51
Beautiful scenery, good location for fishing.
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@JessicaM144623 · Camped on Oct 11, 2025 at Campsite #29
My daughter had her backpack stolen and there was no one to report it to. I wrote it on the back of the card when we left. Several hundred dollars worth of stuff was in her backpack and she is heartbroken and I'm heartbroken because of her and some stuff I lost in her backpack. My rock hammer my now deceased mom bought me over 31 years ago and my hori hori and hand pruners I've had for 22 years and my hunting knife I've had for 12 years from a now deceased friend. Jewelry from her boyfriend when he went out of town. Her boyfriend was with us and we were so upset we left early. Stayed one night. I will never be back to this campsite.
@DeWayneM530111 · Camped on Oct 6, 2025 at Campsite #37
Park is great, but needs to be updated for the modern bigger rigs. There are some trees that are to close to the camper pads causing damage to campers when backing in or opening slides. To make matters worse, they are listed to accommodate 45ft rigs. Maybe the pad is that long once youre in it. Crystal Springs did a great job making there sights more modern rig friendly. Also the dump station was in bad repair.
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@RAYMONDS813751 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #47
Tompkins Bend is the best campsites on Lake Ouachita. The Host's are friendly and always willing to lend a hand , if needed. If you haven't camper there, you're missing out.
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@MickyK0CF755CC · Camped on Sep 29, 2025 at Campsite #5
Campsite was nice and clean and lots of shade and the lake was beautiful. The bathroom/shower wasnt too bad when we got there but was never cleaned while we were there. It was the same day after day and then one day it was all locked up and the sign said to use another facility. The other facility was at another camping area and it was absolutely disgusting! This was very disappointing as this was our first time to visit this beautiful area. I dont understand why our public use areas that many, many people visit cant be cleaned and maintained.
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