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Campgrounds near Garfield, Arkansas are concentrated around Beaver Lake, with both public and private options for tent camping, RV sites, and cabins. Lost Bridge North and Lost Bridge South campgrounds, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, offer waterfront camping with electric hookups and vault toilets. Several sites in the area provide boat ramps for water access, while others feature scenic overlooks of the lake. Prairie Creek and Dam Site Lake campgrounds add to the selection of developed camping areas within a 15-mile radius of Garfield.
Many campgrounds in the Garfield area operate seasonally, with most sites open from April through September. Lost Bridge South typically operates from May through September, while Lost Bridge North has a slightly longer season from April to September. Reservations are recommended during summer weekends when lakeside sites fill quickly. The campgrounds feature a mix of paved and gravel pads, with some sites offering more privacy than others. A review noted, "Lost Bridge North campsites all have views of the water. Beautiful quiet place. Not many sites will accommodate large RVs."
Campers consistently rate waterfront locations highest among camping options near Garfield. The clear waters of Beaver Lake provide swimming opportunities, though some visitors recommend water shoes due to rocky shorelines. Several campgrounds include hiking trails, with a notable 5-mile trail at Lost Bridge North that features historical points of interest and lake views. As one visitor described, "Nice very scenic campground. Hilly with staggered RV slots, so it seems like everyone would have a great view of the lake." Weekday camping tends to offer more solitude, while summer weekends bring higher occupancy. While flush toilets and showers are limited in the area, the scenic lake views and access to fishing and boating compensate for basic amenities at most campgrounds.
Best Campgrounds near Garfield (248)
1. Roaring River State Park Campground
"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."
from $16 - $53 / night
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"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."
"Our little loop was nice and secluded while being close to the shower house and park."
from $20 - $200 / night
Check Availability3. Horseshoe Bend Rec Area & Campground
"Found this gem tucked away in Northwest Arkansas. Corps of Engineers Campground. Very well-maintained. Gorgeous lake with lots of lakefront sites. Several bathhouses."
"Got a nice little spot on the lake to do some hammock camping for two nights. Was able to get this spot within the week which was a surprise as busy as it was."
from $16 - $75 / night
Check Availability4. Dam Site River - Beaver Lake
"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."
from $22 - $29 / night
Check Availability5. Lost Bridge North
"We stayed in spot 48 which had a really lovely view of the lake through the trees. The lower loop looked a lot more active and the campsites had less privacy."
"Right on Beaver Lake. Great hiking trail near by and facilities were clean. Will stay here again"
from $17 - $40 / night
Check Availability6. Dam Site Lake Campground
"Reservable and walk up sites with picnic tables, electric and water hookups. Some with shelters. Showers and restrooms are well maintained."
"They really capitalize on as much lakeside camping as possible, and it is amazing!"
from $22 - $75 / night
Check Availability7. Lake Leatherwood City Park
"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."
"Tent sites were nice and relatively spacious and close to the water. The hand full of RV sites were underwhelming and close together, and not near the water."
8. Blowing Springs RV Park & Campsites
"This camp ground is close to a mecca of both biking and mountain biking trails. Nice bath area, only if it is hot outside it is hot in there. Back in sights for RV and rent areas."
"* Many Trail Heads right at the RV park! No need to drive anywhere but close to local restaurants and attractions if you want. Friendly and helpful Staff!"
9. Wanderlust RV Park
"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!"
"This campground is very close to several religious attractions. So if you’re looking for Jesus he will be close by."
from $39 - $136 / night
Check Availability10. Lost Bridge South
"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."
"The mountains and the lake views are beautiful . The restrooms and showers for very clean . If you are all about fishing this is the place for you ."
from $24 - $26 / night
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Drive Time
- 39 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 1 hr 13 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 22 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 26 min from Springfield, MO
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Recent Reviews near Garfield, AR
1181 Reviews of 248 Garfield Campgrounds
- JJon L.
GuideRegatta On Grand
First Class Resort
Registration is totally online- you register, pay, and check in online. You will receive a text message the morning of your arrival day asking you to provide an ETA. You will be assigned a concierge who will meet you when you arrive and escort you to your site.
All the park and on-site restaurant staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The entrance to the resort is directly off the main road and is easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate.
We were assigned to pull-thru site number S-6. All sites had concrete pads, and they all appear to be fairly level. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. Bathrooms, showers, and a laundry area aren't available, although both restaurants on the property do have bathrooms for their customers.
Wi-Fi, Satellite, Cable, and OTA: there is no Wi-Fi in the park. We were able to get AT&T 5G with 4 bars. AT&T achieved 399 Mbps down and 10.6 Mbps up. Satellite reception should not be an issue at most sites, as you can move your dish around to an open area on your site. There are plenty of OTA stations available, and they all had great reception with clear HD pictures. Cable was not available.
Dog Park: They have a nice fenced-in park that is in great condition. The park has a covered bench, and they also provide doggie bags and a trash can.
Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website, and you are only a few miles from area stores and restaurants. Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay, even if they don't have the normal RV park amenities like showers, bathrooms, or a laundry area
- JJon L.Guide
Hog Valley RV & Treehouse Resort
Still a nice park, but...
We last stayed here five years ago when the park was new. Some of the areas and amenities that are now available were still under construction during our last trip. The bottom line… still a very nice park, but it's starting to show its age a little.
Parking for registration is located right next to the office. All the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The road from the highway to the park is easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate, though several roads have asphalt failures that need attention. Even though it's not too far from Interstate 49, we didn't hear any traffic noise at all- very peaceful.
We were assigned to pull-thru site number 36. Most of the sites are gravel, but the pull-thru row that we were in had concrete pads. For the most part, all sites appear fairly level.
Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located.
Two bathroom areas also have showers and laundry facilities- one at the front of the park and one in the rear. The pool area and playground are located at the front of the park.
Wi-Fi, Satellite, Cable, and OTA: there is Wi-Fi in the park, but the park info sheet that they provide you with notes that the Wi-Fi is spotty. We were able to get AT&T 5G with 4 bars. AT&T achieved 418 Mbps down and 21 Mbps up. Satellite reception should not be an issue at most sites, and if you do need clear access for satellite reception, there are plenty of sites available with no trees. There are plenty of OTA stations available, and they all had great reception with clear HD pictures. Cable was not available.
Dog Park: They have two nice fenced-in parks that are in great condition. The one in the front of the park is divided for big and small dogs, while the one in the back is larger but not divided. They both have benches, which are all in good shape. They also provide doggie bags and a trash can. NOTE: I've included a photo of the sign posted at the entrances to the park indicating that they might be shut down. So if having a fenced dog park is mission-critical for your stay, you might want to verify that they are still open when you make your reservation
Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website, and you are only a few miles from Fayetteville, where you can find plenty of stores and restaurants. Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. Although the park is starting to show its age, it still deserves a high rating, and I would not hesitate to recommend it- enjoy your stay!
Tammy S.GuideCOE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park
Favorite
This is my favorite campground ever. Views are amazing. If it had full hookup we would have stayed longer
Kimberly P.GuideTable Rock State Park Campground
Table Rock is too big for one visit
We loved visiting Table Rock Park. We will definitely be back! We stayed at campsite 1, spot 103, a 30 AMP electric site. It was $28 a day with an online fee and tax, put us at about $120 for 4 nights. Definitely worth it and will pay when we come back. Our campsite was in the sun most of the day and that kind of sucked, it was really hot around camp. Our site had a trail right behind it and that led down to a little rock shelf on the lake that was perfect for swimming! We fished there a little and saw some fish and had a few nibbles but didnt catch anything. We went to that spot almost every day we were there. Clean bathrooms, mostly clean showers, and trying out the laundry room tomorrow. Probably one of the nicer campgrounds we've stayed at. It was too hot to hike and the marina was booked on the paddle boats we wanted to rent so we're gonna come back bc this campground is open year round!
- ffinch H.
TravelerMill Creek (missouri)
Gorgeous and affordable park!
The park has nicely arranged sites with good space between them. Paved pads with concrete pads for metal picnic tables and fire rings with grill, the rest of the site is natural. All sites at least have a nice view of the lake if they are not directly on the lake. Very nice views! They have a great well maintained beach area as well as a playground and shelter area with tables. Highly recommend!
Damien E.TravelerWhispering Woods RV Park
RV Park for Indigo Sky Casino
Sites have water and electric, and a dumping station. Really nice showers and bathrooms. Don't have to gamble, and fairly cheap to stay with access to the hotel pool.
- MMary C.Traveler
Roaring River State Park Campground
Very nice
Large spots in Campground 1 with a lot of shade. Campground 2 and 3 are a little closer together. Very clean and quiet. Showers could use a little up dating. It has hiking trails and roads to bike on. Plus the huge spring that creates the Roaring River and a large fish hatchery. Fish for trout.
- Tammy S.Guide
COE Table Rock Lake Old Highway 86 Park
Favorite site so far
Wow. This was the most spectacular site we have ever had. Perfect little patio. Watched the Branson Belle float by. So sad we only booked one night. Cannot wait to return
Guide to Garfield
Camping in the Beaver Lake watershed around Garfield, Arkansas features Corps of Engineers campgrounds at elevations between 1,100 and 1,200 feet. The topography includes limestone bluffs and wooded hillsides that provide natural breaks between camping areas. Water levels at Beaver Lake typically fluctuate 8-15 feet between winter and summer, affecting shoreline access at some campsites.
What to do
Hiking trails: Lost Bridge North offers a 5-mile trail that includes historical points of interest. "There is a 5-mile trail that runs through the park. Pretty hard to follow in spots but one side of it runs along the lake and is beautiful. There are also some historical aspects to the trail that are interesting," notes a camper at Lost Bridge North.
Fishing access: The White River below Beaver Dam provides trout fishing opportunities. "The 'Parker Bottoms' area of this campground is amazing. There is trout fishing right along the grounds in the White River and the sites are well kept and beautiful," says a visitor to Dam Site River - Beaver Lake.
Mountain biking: Access trails directly from some campgrounds. "This is your basic parking lot campground. Your site is all cement with full hook ups and a picnic table. No green areas to call your own, BUT you have incredible instant access to the trailhead of many singletrack bike and hiking trails," reports a camper at Blowing Springs RV Park.
What campers like
Lakeside camping: Many campsites offer direct water views or access. "Quiet and clean! Right on Beaver Lake. Great hiking trail near by and facilities were clean. Will stay here again," comments a visitor to Lost Bridge North.
Wildlife viewing: Multiple campgrounds report regular wildlife sightings. "The local deer greet you at breakfast from across the street and the facilities are always clean and well maintained. It's so quiet and the bluff across the river looks like fire when the sun is setting," shares a camper at Dam Site River.
Swimming access: Designated swimming areas provide family recreation. "There are a couple playground areas, a beach, marina, boat launch, and several bathrooms with flush toilets," notes a camper about Prairie Creek (AR).
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds have limited operating seasons. "Park is nice. Staff is awful. Not very accommodating," reports a visitor to Roaring River State Park Campground.
Campsite elevation: Many sites feature significant slopes. "You are better off going down the road a bit to get to one of the fishing access points instead. All of those have a nice parking area and a wide trail up and over a berm to get down to the river," advises a camper about Dam Site River.
Shower availability: Facilities vary significantly between campgrounds. "The stalls were filthy and too small so everything you bring with you gets soaked," cautions a visitor about Horseshoe Bend Rec Area & Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "This campground has a playground for kids, bath houses, a pool, and swimming holes (the water is very cold—great in the hot summer)," mentions a camper at Roaring River State Park.
Swimming beaches: Look for designated swim areas with gradual entry. "Swimming area was very spacious. Nice playground for kids. (Closed currently due to COVID.) Dump station has easy access," reports a visitor to Horseshoe Bend Rec Area & Campground.
Fishing for kids: Some areas have dedicated youth fishing zones. "Dry Run Creek, which runs by the hatchery to the river, is only fishable by kids 16 and younger or those with mobility impairments, but it's still a beautiful place for a walk or picnic," notes a camper at Dam Site Lake.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Bring extra leveling blocks for many campgrounds. "Be prepared with as many leveling blocks as you can bring if you have a trailer. All spots seemed to have unlevel pads," advises a visitor to Prairie Creek.
Hookup limitations: Water access varies by campsite. "None of the sites have water hookups and the showers were awful," cautions a camper at Lost Bridge South.
Site selection: Waterfront sites fill quickly. "The tent camping area was spacious and close to the water. The handful of RV sites were very close together and up the hill from the water, without much view," reports a visitor to Lake Leatherwood City Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Garfield, AR?
What camping is available near Garfield, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Garfield, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 248 campgrounds and RV parks near Garfield, AR and 6 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Garfield, AR?
Which is the most popular campground near Garfield, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Garfield, AR is Roaring River State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 50 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Garfield, AR?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Garfield, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Garfield, AR.
What parks are near Garfield, AR?
What parks are near Garfield, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 parks near Garfield, AR that allow camping, notably Beaver Lake and Table Rock Lake.
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