Hot Springs National Park26
Campsite #26 at Gulpha Gorge Campground, Hot Springs National Park, AR
$34
Campsite #26
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 45 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | good |
2/5
4/2
Campsite #26 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 45-foot driveway, 30 amp hookup, 50 amp hookup, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, Sewer hookup, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Dump Station, Pets Allowed, Drinking Water
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 56% |
| 4 star | | 28% |
| 3 star | | 12% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@HubertB3670056 · Camped on Jan 14, 2026 at Campsite #26
This is such a beautiful campground. The host was very nice and friendly while checking us in. We took a hike to both goat rock and the observation tower from the campground. Loved it here. And so close to the bathhouse which we enjoyed as well as the visitor center.
Good
@JohnW4841416 · Camped on Dec 28, 2025 at Campsite #26
Great location and facilities.
@JustinC9419299 · Camped on Mar 26, 2025 at Campsite #26
Campsites are beautiful. Creek is right by the sites and is very nice and peaceful. Shower facilities are very nice. Super close to the national park with trails from the campsites that go into the park. Yes the sites are slightly not level but I think people exaggerate how unlevel they are. Just bring some blocks and you will be fine. Great experience and we will definitely come back!
Excellent
@NeidaHF1E3AB41 · Camped on Nov 26, 2024 at Campsite #26
Love the campground so close to the hiking trails. It is clean and well kept and the restrooms are family style in design. Benefit is being close to NP bathouse row and the wonderful nearby NP trails.
@MeganO5BE15727 · Camped on Nov 22, 2024 at Campsite #26
I love this campground! Yes, it is a bit tight, but it is also beautiful with many hikes right from the campground. Its location is terrific at just a 5 minute drive into Hot Springs for the bathhouses. I had 2 nights in site #40, which was almost level and backed up to the creek. This site had almost no area for hanging out, the table was too close to my neighbors utilities. On my third night, I had to move to site #26. The website did say to expect to use leveling, but I could not get level even side to side. I had 5 blocks on one tire and 3 on the other and was still too off. After 30 minutes I gave up (even had a fellow camper help me to no avail). Fortunately, the camp host was able to move me to another site. My advice for site 26 is a tent or a tiny trailer. I went in mid-November and the campground was full, so make your reservation early.
Good
@VERONICAN81BFC · Camped on Nov 19, 2024 at Campsite #26
The campsite was very clean and set up well. It was fully packed and sites are rather close and open though so you will know your neighbors. Lots of trash cans and streetlights around making it a safe and clean spot but very much in the city. Close to a trailhead and we did about 5 miles before we turned around instead of doing the whole loop around town. The springs are great and the brewery on the strip allows dogs inside too. Great spot for a camping trip with the dogs.
Excellent
@TerryW7794324 · Camped on Nov 3, 2024 at Campsite #26
What a lovely park, great location although the site was not the easiest to level.We were only here for two nights but loved it.
Good
@StephenG136341 · Camped on Oct 21, 2024 at Campsite #26
We were far enough away from the mountains that we had some connectivity. The sites along the creek are beautiful, though.
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@BelindaM467883 · Camped on Jun 23, 2024 at Campsite #26
This is an older park that is not very well maintained. It is a Corps of Engineers facility, and that explains why it is so neglected. Grass was tall when we arrived and nine days later it was even taller. They did mow on the day we left. Water is very poor quality, and there is low pressure. Park host attempt to help where they can, but they also have to perform under Corps rules. Several sites are so steep it is almost impossible to get level. Cant do anything about road noise from hwy 7 spur-but it is a nuisance. This could easily be a nice park, but the Corp would have to spend money for improvements. I dont see that happening. Shame
Good
@SiobanS07593F4 · Camped on May 7, 2024 at Campsite #26
A very peaceful campsite. We had Tornado warnings during the night. The camp host did an excellent job of opening buildings and ensuring campers were out of tents and sheltering in the buildings.
@MaryAnnM6A3AC9 · Camped on Dec 1, 2023 at Campsite #26
Sites are close to each other but level and in good shape. Close to downtown.
Excellent
@Edies4C23673CC · Camped on Nov 15, 2023 at Campsite #26
Such a great campground! Beautiful, with great trails to enjoy!
Good
@ElmerSE6AC7A58 · Camped on Nov 1, 2023 at Campsite #26
Beautiful park with nice trails to explore!
Excellent
@MarkC3752964 · Camped on Apr 26, 2023 at Campsite #26
Very clean, well appointed campground by a beautiful running creek. Conveniently located to Hot Springs and all the tourist attractions. We will definitely stay there again.
Good
@PeterB9363957 · Camped on Mar 19, 2023 at Campsite #26
Nice campground. Sites a little small. Very clean and well maintained. Not All sites have a fire pit.
Excellent
@JonR4078904 · Camped on Mar 1, 2023 at Campsite #26
The park exceeded our anticipation. Yes there was highway noise at times but the beauty within the campground outweighed that minus.
Good
@DanH6147433 · Camped on Jan 9, 2023 at Campsite #26
Pros-. The campground is very clean, well-run, and sites are nicely spaced. . Next to a creek and mountain with a foot trail. The cost is very reasonable. Staff was helpful and courteous. Close to Hot SpringsCons-. Right next to a highway and loud trucks run ALL night long. Woke me up repeatedly, despite running white noise. . Park is relatively small and often full. . Bath house only has toilets, no showers
@PamB8346179 · Camped on Nov 26, 2022 at Campsite #26
Beautiful scenery. Nice hiking trails. Very Comfortable!
Excellent
@DebBA91389CC76 · Camped on Nov 20, 2022 at Campsite #26
beautiful campground. very clean. Host's are very knowledgeable.
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@AndrewF3500044 · Camped on Oct 15, 2022 at Campsite #26
This is a very tightly spaced campground close to a fairly busy road. The bathrooms are updated and clean, no showers. Pretty loud and cramped- one of the least enjoyable NPS campgrounds Ive stayed at
Good
@MaryBethB58AE4 · Camped on Aug 19, 2022 at Campsite #26
Great location. In the peacefulness of mother nature but only 5 minutes from downtown. Full hook ups is very nice. Please note some sites are inclined, so you have to get creative with sewer hose drainage. Only a few sites have a fire pit ring- just an FYI. The park host was super nice and very attentive to the needs of the camper.
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@JohnP1604489 · Camped on Jul 31, 2022 at Campsite #26
Love GulphaGorge, close to Magic Springs waterpark, a creek for the grands to play in, shaded lots, full hookups
Good
@ChristineK9918 · Camped on May 1, 2022 at Campsite #26
Lovely campground in a beautiful National Park! Loved that we were able to hike the NP right from our site. Glad to have FHU, and can't beat the price!
@phylliss399978 · Camped on Apr 25, 2022 at Campsite #26
This is a charming little campground. Sites are close but still private. Close to great hiking. Met some very friendly people. Just an overall sweet experience.
@JoeyH3998411 · Camped on Apr 7, 2022 at Campsite #26
Good but no showers and not much privacy
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