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Camping options around Tumbling Shoals, Arkansas primarily center on developed campgrounds near Greers Ferry Lake and the Little Red River. The COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground in Tumbling Shoals provides both tent and RV sites with electric and water hookups, operating from May through September. Several nearby alternatives include the Dam Site Campground in Heber Springs, John F. Kennedy Campground, and Red River Trout Dock. Most facilities support mixed-use camping with sites appropriate for various camping styles, from tent camping to RVs with 50-amp electrical service, though few offer sewer connections.
The camping season varies across facilities in the region, with some campgrounds like Dam Site and John F. Kennedy operating year-round while others maintain a May to September schedule. Many sites require reservations through recreation.gov, particularly during summer months when lake access is in highest demand. Most campgrounds provide basic amenities including drinking water, toilets, and trash service, though shower availability is limited to select locations. Terrain typically consists of wooded areas with some sites requiring leveling. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, visitors should check site specifications before arrival as "some sites call out they can hold your camper but may be odd shaped sites that are not conducive to a large camper."
Waterfront access represents a significant draw for camping in this area, with sites near Greers Ferry Lake and the Little Red River being particularly popular. Fishing opportunities attract many visitors, especially for trout in the Little Red River below the dam. The water quality receives consistently positive mentions with one visitor noting the water "was crystal clear—so much so that you could see the fish swimming around you." Several campgrounds include boat ramps and swimming areas. Visitors report varying levels of privacy between campgrounds, with some sites being closely situated while others offer more space. Seasonal timing impacts experience significantly, with multiple reviewers noting that visiting during fall offers a quieter experience compared to crowded summer months when waterfront sites fill quickly.
"Very nice little campground just off Arkansas Hwy 25 by Greers Ferry Lake, Heber Springs, Arkansas. Actually, many of the campsites are along the beginning of the Little Red River."
"Without a lot fan fair since you have no clue, from the highway, that there is a campground at this location. Not far off the road but you do not hear the traffic. "
from $22 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Nice sites on the lake. We camp here a lot since it is close to our house. Staff is friendly and doesn't get in your business. Drive through to find the choice sites."
"Right next to the water. Great views, great breeze. Our campsite was handicap accessible."
from $18 - $150 / night
Check Availability"It isn’t all that accurate to say “Heber” is the location for camping. Instead, Heber is a small community about 60 miles north of Little Rock on Greers Ferry Lake."
"Greers Ferry Lake is one of those places. However, as I said in a review of “Heber Springs,” if I’m reviewing campgrounds here, it isn’t accurate to review “Greers Ferry Lake.”"
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The lake is Beautiful and you’re minutes away from The Little Red River. Very clean park, well kept and the amenities are excellent!"
"Very steep decline to the waters edge. No mosquitoes which is half a point itself."
from $18 - $150 / night
Check Availability"This is such a beautiful campground with great fishing and floating nearby. The campground sits on the tail waters of Beaver Lake and is gorgeous!!"
"Dam Site is a nice campground on Greers Ferry Lake. The location is perfect for enjoying the lake, the Little Red River and all the other outdoor adventures that Heber Springs has to offer."
"The sites close to the road are really easy to get into. Just be prepared to do a some leveling but that’s part of camping right?"
from $45 - $500 / night
Check Availability"Trees for our hammock, large level site, near the water for our kayak, and great views of the lake. There is no electricity at these sites. You will need to bring water."
"We tent camped on a small point of the park-we were the only one in that area. it was a beautiful location, cool breezes off the lake all night, moon rising above. it was wonderful!!"
from $18 - $150 / night
Check Availability"went here on a fishing trip, and i pulled out so many rainbow trouts from this lake!"
"This is one of several campgrounds to choose from around Greers Ferry Lake that are operated by the Corps of Engineers (COE), and there are a few good reasons to choose it."
"Super nice Campground right on Greers Faity lake. Our only complaint was that they didn't stop us to check us in upon arrival and we had to return to do so."
from $17 - $22 / night
Check Availability"Nice spot, we stay next to the swimming area. Most of the sites have a big concrete pads. Campground host was very friendly. Great value for what you get."
"Last minute move from below the Dam up to the lake . Nabbed a great spot on the water B15. Facilities are typical for this area ."
from $22 - $50 / night
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GuideSecond time staying there. Even better than the first time. The dog park is fabulous, enough room for 2 German Shepherds to run. We were able to pick blackberries, walking trails are so well maintained.
ScoutThis is a long review but please read it. It is a public service announcement. Camp Conway greenbrier. Landlord Burt Zinser. Where to begin.. Let start with Ameneties. The website states Each site has full hook ups including 20/30/50 amp electric, clean city water, city sewer and fiber-optic high-speed WiFi. Guests at Camp Conway have the option of porches, sheds and gazebos with management approval. We also offer a bath house and a laundry. 1. Clean city water- it taste like plastic and chlorine. Must have a water filter if you actually want to drink it or give it to your pets. 2. Fiber optic high speed wifi. That's a joke. Shoddy at best. TCW repeatedly has to come out to fix it and it's still garbage. If you are okay with internet dropping in and out every 5 to 10 min, then it's great. Save yourself the headache and get your own, but don't expect Burt Zinser to reduce your rent for services he offers but you can't use. Here at camp conway you can expect to pay for services unrendered.(Not the only one that has this problem in the park) 3. Porches, sheds or gazebos. 100%, as long as you are one of his favorites, like the people in the pictures he uses on his website. The beautiful two story rv with full front porch, likes to watch what everyone else is doing and then go complain to Burt if she doesn't like how your lot looks or what your doing. Burt will be sure to tell you it's too much, or beauty is sometimes only in the eye of the beholder. 4. We also offer a bath house and a laundry. The"Bath House" is one shower, without a bathroom vent, a toilet and sink, in the laundry room and is always disgusting. Hair on the floors, wall, drain, soap scum, ect. The toilet has pubic hair and feces on and around it. No one cleans it, nor cleans up after themselves. Not sure who replaces the toilet paper but half the time it's empty. The laundry is two household washers and dryers. Costing 2.50, which isn't bad. Just don't run the washers at the same time or they flood the room(you will be blamed for over loading it) and expect to dry your clothes for an hour or so, or they will be damp. The state of the laundry room is horrible. Trash overflowing, dog hair, and random debris all over the floors. Again no one cleans them.( you think well I'll just get compact washer, expect to be charged extra for water and don't you dare hang clothes outside to dry, that includes beachwear and towels). It's not visually appealing. 5. Spacious lots. The outer lots are 600 and the other lots 565(it was 550 back in Feb, this is important to note). Price subject to change without a notice. Do Not expect Burt Zinsers crappy memory to remember not to over charge you(text wont help you either). Honestly, don't bother to ask Burt about it, or he will get annoyed and either kick you out or threaten to. I'll get to that later. The lots flood when it rains, grass is almost non existent, scorching heat from lack of trees and of course you have to love the red clay that gets over everything. Lots are suppose to mowed by him, but he hasn't mowed in the 5 months we've been here. He sends his child out, who does a half ass job weed whacking around the pedestals and mows part of the big field. If it wasn't for one of the permanent resident here mowing for people that ask him, it would be horrible. 6. Someone pointed out they have a huge open field with plans to extend the park, but currently it's a great dog area to let your dogs off leash to play. WRONG. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BE OFF LEASH. Expect to be harassed about picking up your dog poop. Even when you do, other people do not, while letting their dog roam free and you will be blamed. He has plans to extend the park, true, but until then expect for Burt to constantly remind you that until the park fills up, it all comes out of his pocket, so he's loosing money. You can rent one of his tiny homes if you want to pay near 1,000 for a studio apartment, open floor plan, with a 500 dollar, per pet, fee. You will be secure too as one of his security cameras point directly in the front windows of the current one and only tiny home he has on the premises. 7. Rules. It all depends which of his rules and who you are. If he tells you no AC units in the windows of RVs. There are currently 5 RVs that have units in the windows, so he doesn't really give a crap about that rule. I personally don't care but it was one of the things he stated when we called. No agressive dogs. His example, like pitbulls. Hey as long as you tell him it's another breed he doesn't know the difference and isn't bothered to check. I see nothing wrong with pitties, he's just the type that believes in bad dogs, not bad owners. Oh and on that note you will be sure to hear or be told, that you don't need another mouth to feed, or straight up told you can't keep another pet if you get one. 8. Privacy. Don't expect it. Burt Zinser likes to meddle in people's business. He gives unsolicited relationship advice, opinions on how you should decorate, how your vehicle looks, if your working or not(regardless if you pay rent on time, he doesn't like it if you are a stay at home person). Our experience here has been crap. We moved into the park on Feb 3rd. The lot was one giant mud pit. We asked if he would buy grass seed and we'd care for the lawn until it fully grown. We were told yes at first then the next day we received a text staying no because then he'd have to do that for everyone. We bought grass seed, tilled the land by hand and grew grass. We called about the internet 3 different times. The first time he handed us a wifi extender, that didnt work and TCW said it was pointless since it wasnt hooked into landline nor had bluetooth capabilities. He then had TCW come out two more times to"fix" it, before we said screw it and got starlink. When asked if he would remove the fee for the interent we can't use. He said no. When we asked why are we paying for something we can't use, he stated it was our problem, not his. For the month of Feb rent was 550. March 550. April we TEXT him after hours and asked him to gIve us a call so we could pay rent. HE CALLED US, did the transaction and got off the phone. We checked and noticed he overcharged us, 565. We TEXT him again and pointed out he over charged us. HE CALLED US BACK. He asked when we had moved in, we told him Feb, he apologized and refunded the 15 dollars. When asked when he was going to raise the rent if he would be notifying us. We asked if we would still be paying 550 until then. He called us nieve to think rent wouldn't change. When we explained that we didn't think it would stay 550 forever, but that we would be notified and not just him taking whatever amount he decides he wants. He got irritated said we were busting his balls and he hadn't eaten dinner yet but instead dealing with this crap, and that we were temporary visitors(i didnt know 5 months of renting was temporary). He belittled a person that has autism and learning disabilities when he was the one to CALL US BACK and interupt his own supper. We called during business hours and informed him of the condition of the shower being filthy and smelling of cat urine, because everyone closes the door behind them after a shower and there is no vent( burt decided it wasn't needed, told to us by someone else). We were told people are supposed to be cleaning up after themselves. We asked if he would get a deck brush, hose and cleaning supplies for us and we would clean it for free, once a week. He said sure. A week later we saw him on the property asked about it again. He got annoyed, we dropped it and bought an external on demand hot water heater to be able to shower and feel clean. Once again it was time for rent to be paid. I noticed he had been over charging us again for may and June, not even a week after he told me that August 1st was when the rent would be raised. I saw him on the property and walked over to bring it to his attention. He got irritated and told me that it was becoming a bit much. When asked what he was talking about he stated that no one else bothers him as much as we do, and it's overwhelming. I stated to him that we haven't been unreasonable in holding him accountable for his property. I had explained previously about my husband being autistic with learning disabilities that sometimes effect how he understands things. I brought up that he stated he thinks he's autistic and his wife has told him thay his facial expressions and attitude towards people can be offputting and misinterpreted. I would think he would be more understanding. I told him he obviously has an issue with my husband and that from now on he will be dealing with me since my husband irritates him so much. He tried telling me no that wasn't the issue. I cut him off and said that was exactly the problem or it was holding him accountable, or both. He asked if we be out by then end of the month and I said no, as we have done nothing wrong. Rent is never late. Always paid. Our site is clean, we follow the rules. The next day we received a text from him telling us to be out by the end of the month and he was sorry it didn't work out. Retaliation for a woman speaking to him. Burt Zinser is a horrible business man, landlord and human being. He has issues with speaking too and dealing with woman if they try to be an equal. I truly believe he's sexist and I'm not the only woman in this park that thinks that. If you and your husband are speaking to him, you ask him a question he will disrespect you by looking at your husband and answering. Ask around, talk to people in the park, and not his favorites. I'm hoping I can attach the photos I've taken around the park and facilities but if I can't, feel free to reach out. I have no problem sharing them, in hopes you won't support this man and his park. I will be posting this in every RV group I'm a member of, local community pages and restaurants. Let's hold this man accountable for his disrespect, horrible ethics, and business. Greenbrier is a better community then this man deserves and he shouldn't be allowed to continue this way.
RangerStaff at gate was very k8nd and helpful. Grounds well kept and manicured. Camp sites under trees for,shade with water, electricity, picnic tables and fire pits. Needed to use levelers to get trailer leveled. Campground on Arkansas river at the dam and locks. Bathhouse was clean, looked like painted for this season. Only issues was heater running in shower, it was 80+ degrees didn't need more heat. I'd stay here again.
GuideWell kept camsites. Clean and right on the beautiful Arkansas river. Would definitely come back.
Scout8th trip here in 2 years! Our fav place.
ScoutI thought this was a nice campground. Plenty of great spaces to choose from. Beautiful lake and I thought the bathrooms were clean and spacious. Water and electric hookups were easy to use. I would highly recommend this place, wasn't crowded and good fishing spots from shore.
GuideAfter reading about water on the road in a different review, I was pretty sure I'd be turning around after passing so many flooded fields. I was happy the road was dry all the way in. The roads here are all paved. There is a huge paved lot and at least 8 designated camp spots with concrete pad. Some have concrete tables. There are neighboring buildings and i can't tell if they're maintenance buildings or if people live in them. It was a chilly but comforting stay in late Feb. I would stay here again.
ScoutWe arrived from Nashville today (traveling from Mt) to this beautifully curated RV park. It was right at sunset, so the sky was crimson against the beautiful river in the back of the property. The crickets were chirping and the geese in the water were talkative. What a perfect way to end our long drive. Stephanie is so pleasant, professional and eager to help with anything needed. We have stayed at many RV parks in our travels from Mt and I will say without reservation, this is hands down the nicest one. Don't miss this one if you're traveling through. Beautiful, beautiful!!!
ScoutVery nice place to come to had a very, very clean laundry mat with excellent prices. Very clean park does not look rundown.. very nice on-site Manager. Takes care of you. Quiet place. Animals are welcome. Have a dog run all around great park and great prices.
Camping sites near Tumbling Shoals, Arkansas are situated in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains along the 40,000-acre Greers Ferry Lake. The region lies at approximately 600 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 85-95°F and winter lows regularly dropping below freezing. Most camping facilities operate seasonally with only a few campgrounds like Devils Fork and Dam Site remaining open year-round for winter camping opportunities.
Trout fishing on Little Red River: The tailwaters below Greers Ferry Dam provide world-class trout fishing opportunities. At John F Kennedy, one visitor noted, "Situated on the Little Red River well known for trout fishing. Some sites have electricity and water, ours electricity only. Great clean COE park." For dedicated anglers, the Little Red offers exceptional rainbow trout conditions with cool water temperatures year-round.
Water recreation: Greers Ferry Lake provides numerous water activities beyond fishing. COE Greers Ferry Lake Old Highway 25 Campground offers direct lake access where "the sunsets are amazing if you have a water site. Not to mention you could have your own 'mini' cliff to jump off on to go swimming. There are even some site where people dock their boats."
Hiking and nature exploration: The surrounding hills offer hiking trails with views of the lake. At Devils Fork, campers can access both water activities and trails. One camper mentioned, "Got a really great spot right by the water. Employees were super nice and helpful and even came by to check on us after a storm came through during the night."
Cooler temperatures by water: Many campers appreciate the natural air conditioning effect near the water. One visitor to John F Kennedy campground shared, "Great spot for the heat of summer. Shady and a nice cool breeze off the cold little red!"
Quiet off-season camping: Fall and winter months offer a more peaceful experience. At Shiloh - Greers Ferry Lake, one camper described their experience: "We tent camped on a small point of the park-we were the only one in that area. It was a beautiful location, cool breezes off the lake all night, moon rising above."
Clean facilities: Many campers mention the well-maintained facilities at campgrounds around Tumbling Shoals. A camper at Old Highway 25 Campground stated, "This is such a nice campground. The hosts are great, it is quiet, it is clean, the bathrooms are nice. I plan to come here as often as I can."
Swimming areas: Several campgrounds feature designated swimming areas with sand. A Devils Fork visitor noted, "Beautiful Park with multiple clean swim beaches. Many lake view sites."
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. A John F Kennedy camper advised, "This spot is popular so get your reservations in! Some come as you go spots but they go quickly!"
Site limitations: Many campgrounds in the area were built when camping equipment was smaller. At Red River Trout Dock, one visitor observed, "Good place to stay if you just need somewhere to park your camper and then spend your time on the Little Red River trout fishing. Dock on site. However, the campsites are basically in a field and they are very close together."
Water level fluctuations: Dam releases can affect water levels significantly. A John F Kennedy camper warned, "It's very close to the Little Red River and you can easily walk down to fish or walk to shore line if the dam isn't releasing water. That would be the one drawback to this camp site is when the dam releases water, the river rises a lot. I'm talking a good 5 feet."
Limited services: Most remote campgrounds have minimal services. One camper at Greers Ferry Lake - COE/Cherokee Rec Area noted, "This campground is very rural. I would suggest buying your supplies at the nearest town. Once you arrive at the campground you are about 11 miles to Drasco and Greers Ferry."
Playgrounds and beaches: Several campgrounds offer kid-friendly facilities. A Devils Fork visitor shared, "Lots of really nice sites on the water. The campground is well maintained. There is a swim beach with sand and also a great playground."
River vs. lake options: Consider whether river or lake camping better suits your family. One Shiloh camper advised, "This place has been home to our annual Memorial Day weekend camp and lake trip the past 2 years. It's been wonderful for lake access. There's a good little park for the kids."
Bathroom proximity: For families, consider campsite location relative to facilities. One camper at Dam Site Campground observed, "We had a pull through site in loop N that was perfect for our 41' fifth wheel...plenty big, clean, and level. It was a little sunny, but other than that no complaints. The other loops were more wooded, but wouldn't be good for big rigs."
Rules awareness: Some areas have specific regulations. An Old Highway 25 visitor cautioned, "Beach/swimming area has a lot of geese. Friend got a ticket for having a beer in the swimming area, stay at your spot if you are drinking."
Site selection concerns: Many campgrounds have site limitations for larger rigs. One camper at Devils Fork warned, "It's a well maintained park. Lots of varied camper/rv spots. All have electricity and a handful have water too. The pads are hard packed with a picnic table chained down on it."
Hookup variations: Electric service varies between campgrounds. A Red River Trout Dock visitor noted, "They do not have 30 amp service, only 50, so bring an adapter."
Leveling requirements: Many sites require significant leveling. At Old Highway 25, a camper mentioned, "The sites are shady and there are rock bluffs that the grandkids love to jump from," but others noted that site preparation may be needed for larger rigs.
Off-season opportunities: Winter camping is available at select locations. A Devils Fork camper shared, "There were several people winter camping here. The bathhouse isn't close for the people like me without a bathroom in their RV or tent campers."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Tumbling Shoals, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Tumbling Shoals, AR offers a wide range of camping options, with 110 campgrounds and RV parks near Tumbling Shoals, AR and 9 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Tumbling Shoals, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tumbling Shoals, AR is John F Kennedy with a 4.8-star rating from 22 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Tumbling Shoals, AR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Tumbling Shoals, AR.
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