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Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake

9 Reviews

Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake, near Gillham, Arkansas, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors. This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, making it a versatile choice for different camping styles.

The area is known for its clean facilities, including well-kept bathrooms and easy access to drinking water. Campers have raved about the peaceful atmosphere, with one visitor noting, “The River was crisp and clear and was just a few strides away.” You’ll find plenty of activities to keep you busy, from fishing to hiking, and even a playground for the kids.

If you’re into sports, there are basketball courts and horseshoe pits available. The campground is also close to Gillham Lake, which is perfect for a day of fishing or just soaking up the sun. While some campers mentioned that the sites can be a bit tight, the overall vibe is friendly and respectful, making it a great place to unwind. Whether you're planning a quick weekend trip or a longer stay, Cossatot Reefs has a lot to offer.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Gillham Lake

Overview

Cossatot Reefs Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in southwest Arkansas. Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood blossoms.

Natural Features

Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.

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Location

Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake is located in Arkansas

Detail location of campground

Directions

From De Queen, Arkansas, head north on US-59/US-71. Continue for nearly 10 miles and turn Right at Gillham EZ-Mart. Turn right on Tower Road; go 1.3 miles turn left onto Gillham Lake road; go 4.3 miles turn right and follow signs into the campground.

Address

244 Reefs Park Road
Gillham, AR 71841

Coordinates

34.2067417 N
94.2313167 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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9 Reviews

R
Reviewed Sep. 26, 2022

Great fall stay

Great campground. Excellent bath house. Our spot had very weak Verizon service. Pretty busy campground but night's were nice and quiet. Fun fishing. Definitely will return.

Site16
Month of VisitSeptember
Vanessa M.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2021

Serene

Campgrounds are set up for RV, boast grills, firepits, and improves surfaces. There's a canoe launch, volleyball, basketball, playground, horseshoes... showers and toilets are clean and there is easy access to hiking trails.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Vanessa M., October 5, 2021
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Vanessa M., October 5, 2021
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Vanessa M., October 5, 2021
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Reviewed Sep. 28, 2021

Nice, quiet weekend get away

This was a perfect spot! Beautiful. Quiet. The River was crisp and clear and was just a few strides away. You can hear the tiny rapids over the rocks at night. Campers were quiet, friendly and respectful of quiet hours. The camp host was amazing! He was so helpful and full of great recommendations (which we followed). And their boast of hot showers did NOT disappoint!!

The only hitch was the water faucet at the site was so far from the RV pad we had to go into town and buy additional hose but that was just fine! Now we have extra!

Lot 18 was tight to back into for first timers but it was so worth it. Plenty of space between us and others to the right and woods to the left

We highly recommend this campground! We even stayed an extra night! We didn’t want to leave

SiteRV Lot 18
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by cindy W., September 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by cindy W., September 28, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 17, 2020

It was okay

Bathrooms are single use, meaning only one person at a time and were dirty. Make sure you bring a Y-connector to share with the person next to you. There was only 1 water station to share between campsites. The river was pretty, but you're so overwhelmed with bugs, it's hard to enjoy. 2 of my family members got ticks while staying there. On the plus side, it's easy to ride your bike there since everything is paved with black asphalt. Also, it was really easy to level our popup. I think if we'd been fishers, we would have enjoyed it more. The playground is closed currently due to C19, so there wasn't much to do. Almost no cell service with T-Mobile for any interested parties.

  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Steph C., June 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Steph C., June 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Steph C., June 17, 2020
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Terry A.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2018

Awesome

Near Gillham Lake but on the river below the spillway.

Shelia H.
Reviewed Jul. 14, 2018

Beautiful

This is a beautiful place to stay! The lake is amazing! The fishing is excellent. The park is quiet and very clean.

  • Review photo of Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake by Shelia H., July 14, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake?

    Camping at Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake can cost between $18.00 and $40.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake?

    Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake allows vehicles up to 68 feet.

  • Does Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is fair, and T-Mobile is unknown.

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