Established Camping
Springhill
Springhill, near Barling, Arkansas, is a solid choice for campers looking for a straightforward outdoor experience. With sites that offer a mix of shaded areas and waterfront views, it’s a nice spot to kick back and enjoy nature.
The campground is known for its clean facilities, including restrooms that visitors have found satisfactory. Many campers appreciate the spacious, level sites, especially those with concrete pads, making it easy to set up your tent or RV. As one camper noted, “Great park with excellent hiking and mountain biking trails,” which highlights the outdoor activities available right at your doorstep.
If you’re into biking, you’ll find some nice trails nearby, and fishing is also an option with access to the river. Just a heads up, some campers recommend bringing bug repellent, especially during the warmer months when the flies can be a bit pesky.
With a friendly vibe and plenty of room between sites, Springhill is a great spot for a peaceful getaway. Whether you’re stopping for a night or planning a longer stay, you’ll find it’s a comfortable place to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake
Overview
Download a Springhill park map HERE Springhill Park sits along John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake in the lush, rolling hills of Arkansas. Campers come here for boating, birding and relaxing.Avid mountain bikers enjoy the Springhill Park Mountain Bike Trail, a 10-mile "fast" trail where experienced bikers race frequently. The trail is also a designated National Recreation Trail.
Recreation
Year-round fishing for catfish, bream, crappie and white and largemouth bass is fantastic in the fertile waters of the Arkansas. From late fall until early spring, the tailwaters immediately below the lock and dam boasts some of the best sauger fishing in the country.
Natural Features
John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake is on the James W. Trimble Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River. Some campsites line the river while others sit between the lake and Massard Creek. Bottomland hardwood timber banks, steep bluffs and open agricultural fields create the scenery.
Nearby Attractions
The Fort Smith Museum of History is located about 20 minutes away.
Location
Springhill is located in Arkansas
Directions
From Barling, Arkansas, take SR-59 north for 1.5 miles and follow signs into campground.
Address
1700 LOCK AND DAM ROAD
Barling, AR 72923
Coordinates
35.3411111 N
94.2969444 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 5 min from Fort Smith
- 52 min from Fayetteville
- 1 hr 45 min from Tulsa
- 2 hrs 18 min from Hot Springs