Camping near Millwood Lake
Campgrounds surrounding Millwood Lake in southwest Arkansas feature primarily established facilities with water and electric hookups. The region includes Millwood State Park Campground with boat-in access, while Beard's Bluff Park provides lakefront sites with concrete pads suitable for both tent and RV camping. Several Corps of Engineers campgrounds dot the shoreline, including Cottonshed Park and White Cliffs Park, all offering electric hookups and basic amenities. Most campgrounds maintain picnic tables, fire rings, and toilet facilities, with some providing shower access.
Camping is available year-round at most Millwood Lake sites, though reservations are strongly recommended, especially for waterfront locations during warmer months. The area features minimal elevation changes with generally accessible paved roads leading to most established campgrounds. Many campgrounds operate on the recreation.gov reservation system with typical stay limits of 14 days. Bathroom facilities vary by location, with most sites offering at least vault toilets and trash collection. Sites with full hookups tend to have less shade compared to those with partial hookups. A camper noted, "Sites 16 and 17 have lake views. Only Site 17 could accommodate a large 5th wheel (40+ ft). A few low trees on the way in from the highway."
Wildlife viewing opportunities attract many visitors to Millwood Lake campgrounds, particularly bird watchers. The campground layouts generally provide good spacing between sites, creating a sense of privacy despite being in established areas. Several campers mentioned the exceptional sunset views across the lake as a highlight of their stay. Millwood Lake itself supports various water activities with boat ramps available at multiple campgrounds. A recent review described, "The campground is quiet and beautiful with large spaces, perfect for our big RV set up. They offer full hook ups. Our campsite overlooks the water, and the playground which is perfect for our young family." Some visitors noted the presence of alligators in the lake, which should be considered when planning water activities.
