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Shores Lake

Shores Lake, near Mulberry, Arkansas, is a peaceful spot tucked away in the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. This campground is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle, offering a serene environment with shaded sites and a lovely lake right next door.

The campground features sites with electricity, making it convenient for both tent campers and RV travelers. Visitors have noted the beauty and tranquility of the area, with one camper describing it as a “perfect little hideaway.” Just remember to bring your own firewood, as campfires aren’t allowed here.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Shores Lake is a great base for fishing and hiking. The area is less crowded than some nearby spots, giving you a chance to enjoy nature without the noise. While some campers mentioned that the facilities could use a little sprucing up, the overall vibe is clean and quiet, making it a solid choice for a short getaway.

If you’re looking to disconnect, be aware that cell service can be spotty, which some find refreshing. Whether you’re planning a weekend retreat or just a day trip, Shores Lake offers a laid-back atmosphere that’s hard to beat.

Description

National Forest

Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

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Location

Shores Lake is located in Arkansas

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Coordinates

35.643411 N
93.962187 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

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Reviewed Nov. 17, 2024

Quiet stay in a hardwood forest

Camped in site #10 in mid-November 2024. Site 10 is non-electric; paid $7.50/night with senior pass. Overall clean campground, well maintained and managed, in pretty hardwood forest. Not busy during my stay. Sites have picnic tables, tent pads and clean metal fire rings. Site 10 was level. The campground includes a clean restroom/shower house, one clean vault toilet at the far end of the campground, trash dumpsters and drinking water; all of these facilities and services were available during my stay in November. Campground can accommodate tents, camper vans, car camping and RVs. Some sites are electric. There are no water and sewer hookups. Campground road is paved as well as Highway 215 from I-40 accessing the campground. Sites are mostly shaded, but there is no privacy between sites. Shores Lake trailhead is located in a parking area in the campground. Day use area nearby with good fishing in Shores Lake. Campground hosts Donna and Eddie were wonderful. I really liked this campground.

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Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Fred S., November 17, 2024
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Fred S., November 17, 2024
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Fred S., November 17, 2024
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Reviewed Apr. 27, 2023

Perfect little hideaway camp

We stayed here for 5 nights and it was beautiful with only a couple people. The inner loop sites have electricity the outter ones dont

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Cyndy & Selena R., April 27, 2023
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Cyndy & Selena R., April 27, 2023
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Cyndy & Selena R., April 27, 2023
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Reviewed May. 31, 2022

Quiet

This is a simple campground in Ozark National Forest. It’s about 20 minutes from I-40 up a windy road. The bugs are pretty bad in the hot weather, especially around the lake. The dumpsters were over flowing and the bathrooms could have been cleaner. There is no Verizon service. It is a good place if you want to get away for a day or two.

Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Jul. 14, 2018

Hidden Gem

You need to bring your own firewood. It’s beautiful and very quiet and peaceful. Off season you may just have the whole place to yourself!

  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Shelia H., July 14, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 23, 2017

No cell service at Shores Lake

If you are a US Cellular customer there is no cell service at Shores Lake. This is a positive if you are escaping from civilization and a negative if you have a family member who gets worried when they don't hear from you. You decide which camp you fall into.

It is hard to score a campground with a decent lake right next to it below three stars. Shores lake is pretty and a lot less traveled than the Beaver Lake campgrounds. The camp sites are shaded and well maintained. The shower and bathroom facilities need some upgrades

There are a bunch of hiking trails. Dirt bikes, horses and ATVs are prohibited. The maximum size motor you can have on your boat is 10 horse power. Shores Lake is really for fishing, not motor boating.

This is a clean and quiet campground.

  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Matt S., July 23, 2017
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Matt S., July 23, 2017
  • Review photo of Shores Lake by Matt S., July 23, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Shores Lake have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Shores Lake does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Shores Lake?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Shores Lake. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Shores Lake, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Shores Lake?

    There are 28 campsites at Shores Lake and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts