Are you in need of a campground near Beaver Lake, AR? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Beaver Lake is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Beaver Lake and user-submitted reviews.
$16 - $75 / night
"This site is the largest most spacious COE Site on Beaver Lake. Very large camp sites with easy access to the water.. 2 launch ramps for boats, marina on site. "
"There was a trail going to Beaver Lake from our campsite which made for a grear personal fishing spot. The restrooms and showers were conveniently situated but could have been cleaner."
"Located in South Missouri it is an easy day trip into Branson Missouri or Eureka Springs Arkansas. Very well located and very well run by the state."
"Campground 1 was tucked up in an inlet that went back into the valley. It dead ends at a wonderful trailhead. The west side on CG#1 is lined by a beautiful creek that runs into the rotating river."
$20 - $200 / night
"This campground is located on Beaver Lake in NW Arkansas. It is a Corp of engineer lake. We stayed in site 30 which is quite small but our Winnebago 24’ Trend fit in fine."
"Beautiful setting on the shores of Beaver Lake, just 10 miles outside Rogers AR. Nice amenities, modern campsites, well maintained and staffed"
$22 - $29 / night
"This campground is one of the hidden treasures of northern Arkansas. You are always close to the water and a short distance to a fantastic hike on Beaver lake."
"Booked this visit for close little pseudo-holiday while working near Branson. The spots were very long and staggered in distance apart."
$17 - $40 / night
"Right on Beaver Lake. Great hiking trail near by and facilities were clean. Will stay here again"
"Nice area, this part of Beaver Lake is very clean since it’s close to the dam. Marina is located here. Lost bridge south is quieter but still pretty busy."
$39 - $136 / night
"We have a smaller pull behind camper and picked one of the ridge sites with 30 amp full hookup. The sunsets on the ridge were amazing!"
"I was asked to dismount the car at the entrance. And take my car Dolly to a separate area. He then escorted me to our campsite and help back me in campsite ."
$22 - $75 / night
"Very easy to get a bigger rig into these sites.. not the easiest drive to get here but worth the effort!"
"As suggested by the name, the dam is nearby, providing a pretty sight after dark. Not all sites are shaded."
$24 - $75 / night
"We didn't have a lake site, but it looked like there were a few sites directly on the lake which would be amazing."
"If you like camping on a beautiful lake with lovely sites this place is for you. There is a marina and boat launch. Love this campground. Good service with Verizon."
"On one trip I check out Lake Leatherwood City Park, a campground only about 10 minutes outside of the historic downtown area. This historic lake has both tent camping and cabin options."
"Stayed here for a week and loved it, although it was a bit busy for our sensitive dogs."
$24 - $26 / night
"One of the better sites on Beaver Lake with a small number of sites, the access to the water is easy and the sites are fair sized."
"They are on the banks of Beaver Lake and are beautiful. The only downside is both campgrounds are built on the slopes of a hill."
GuideWe really enjoyed our stay here! It was the week after Labor Day and was mostly vacant, making for a quiet stay. Love the amenities for kids! The only reason I give 4 stars is the dog policy— it’s very strict, and there isn’t a dog park type area to let pets off leash to play & get energy out.
LegendI still rank Hickory Lake as a three star campground but it is my least favorite of the campgrounds around Beaver Lake. I would suggest staying at Lost Bridge North or South or Horseshoe Bend.
One of my big pet peeves is when a campground doesn't regularly mow. They let the grass grow tall, then they cut it with a tractor and it looks more like hay than it does grass. Hickory Creek falls in that category. You end up with grass all over your tent and equipment or all over the floor of your RV. There really isn't a good excuse for this. You just need to mow more frequently. This is very disappointing for a campground run by the Corps of Engineers.
It still commands three stars for its proximity to the lake and the scenery.
LegendThis campground is one of the hidden treasures of northern Arkansas. You are always close to the water and a short distance to a fantastic hike on Beaver lake. The facility was clean although we found the campsites close together.
TravelerThis campground is located on Beaver Lake in NW Arkansas. It is a Corp of engineer lake. We stayed in site 30 which is quite small but our Winnebago 24’ Trend fit in fine. There was a slight slope but we were able to position our Anderson block on one side and were level. This site is at the end of a short road and very private. There were places for all sized of RVs and tents. We were there during the 3rd week June and it was probably 3 quarters full of campers. There is a very nice day use area with picnic tables and a lot of shelters. The lake is just outside of Rogers Arkansas
LegendSwimming beach, dump station at front gate, marina, boat ramp, water, playground, picnic table, fire ring, paved pads, fish cleaning station, toilets, showers, water sites, trash
8 national bass tournaments are held every year along with other fishing tournaments through out the year. Perfect for great fishing.
Don't confuse this park with the town of Horseshoe Bend which is also located in the Ozark Mountains. This is a COE campground which is on Beaver Lake called Horseshoe Bend. Some of the rolling hills will turn to beautiful steep hollers that may bring a bit of fear to folks afraid of heights. I would not speed because you will encounter quick curves. Slow down and enjoy the ride. Make that part of your journey.
There are many water sites but most are for smaller rigs. Remember many COE campgrounds are older and unless they have been renovated sites are small. There are actually 12 recreation sites in the Beaver Lake area with over 670 campsites with several commercial marinas.
Sunrises to sunsets Beaver Lake will provide a plethora of opportunities for anyone that loves the outdoors. The visitor will also discover sights only seen in the Ozarks.
The drive to Rocky Branch is set in rural Arkansas in the rolling Ozark Mountains. It is a narrow, winding, rolling with a dense covering of beautiful trees giving a sense of peace and serenity. Depending on your route I suggest filling your gas tank and get your groceries before getting to far out of civilization. It is several miles back to a grocery store. As you get ready to enter the campground there is a large marina with a great deal of traffic especially during the summer and on weekends. If traveling during the summer I would recommend reservations and if you have a particular site you would prefer I would reserve as soon as possible. ASAP Check the site sizes as most sites are small and will not accommodate larger rigs. Smaller is king here. Fishing, boating of all kinds, SUP, hiking, biking, take your pick. Beaver Lake has nearly 500 miles of beautiful shoreline. Beaver Lake is known for small and large mouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish, stripers and white bass. If you have a boat take your chances or hire a guide. Within a short drive you will find Hobbs State Park and the War Eagle Mill. Hobbs gives you more options for enjoying the beauty of the Arkansas Ozarks. There is a renovated shooting range and has one lane that is for wheelchair use. The range is free to the public. Check this out from 0800 hours to 1630 hours(8 am to 4:30 pm) Tuesday thru Sunday. If you tire of water sports and kicking back to a slow pace you can always do a bit of sightseeing., NWA(North West Arkansas as it is know in Arkansas) is a gold mine of diverse sights and locations. Crystal Bridges is a world class American Art Museum with a setting in a natural Ozark woods with springs and a beautiful walking trail. Eureka Springs will give you the sense of being in a quaint European or Victorian town. The downtown area is on the National Register of Historic Places. Pea Ridge steps you back into the Civil War. Pea Ridge was the location of an important pivotal battle west of the Mississippi. You will find a 4.300 acre site with a seven mile self guided auto tour. War Eagle Mill is a working gristmill that was built in 1832. At the mill there is a beautiful stream with an old one lane wooden plank bridge. You may walk across or drive. Buy some organic grain on your visit. Great stop for the kids with wonderful shade trees. A step back in time. A visit to this area is not complete without a visit to Bentonville to the Walmart Museum. The museum is located inside the original 5& 10 Walmart store opened in 1950. Enjoy an Ice cream cone while you are there. Our visit was mosquito free and very few flies. We also did not encounter ticks or chiggers so this was a major bonus.
LegendHorseshoe Bend is another campground around Beaver Lake. Just like the others it is very pretty with a lot of camping options. They have probably the most lakeside options for camping, but currently most of the sites next to the lake are damaged from washed up trees and high water. Hopefully this is something that will be cleaned up and fixed in the off season.
The green space is well maintained and mowed with a lot of tall trees. This would be a four star campground if the majority of the lakeside campsites were operable.
RangerThis site is the largest most spacious COE Site on Beaver Lake. Very large camp sites with easy access to the water.. 2 launch ramps for boats, marina on site. Good access to town and great food at Monte Ne Inn .. newly remodeled sites along the waters edge as well.
RangerFacility is on Beaver Lake with good access to the largest launch ramp.. Sites are smaller and only a few have full hook ups. Prices are ok and you can only book online. Not our favorite place. But these are close to the lake ..
ScoutWe stayed on a rustic plot with electricity. There was a trail going to Beaver Lake from our campsite which made for a grear personal fishing spot. The restrooms and showers were conveniently situated but could have been cleaner. (Lots of spiders and bugs!) The swimming beach was a short walk from our campsite and was more than perfect. The bluffs around the lake make it a scenic experience as well. Go! Enjoy!
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Beaver Lake is Horseshoe Bend Rec Area & Campground with a 4-star rating from 27 reviews.
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