Established Camping
Tompkins Bend - Lake Ouachita
Tompkins Bend - Lake Ouachita, near Mt. Ida, Arkansas, is a picturesque campground that offers a fantastic escape for families and friends looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With sites right on the water, it’s a prime location for those who love to fish, swim, or just soak in the stunning views of Lake Ouachita.
The campground is equipped with essential amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and clean restrooms, making it comfortable for both tent campers and RV enthusiasts. Visitors have praised the beautiful setting, with one camper noting, “What a great site, the campground was FULL but we felt like we were isolated with a great view of the lake.”
For those eager to explore, there are hiking and mountain biking trails nearby, perfect for a day of adventure. Campers have also enjoyed the convenience of having a boat launch right at the park, allowing for easy access to the water. Whether you're planning a family gathering or a quiet retreat, Tompkins Bend is a great choice for making lasting memories in nature.
Description
Overview
Tompkins Bend Day-Use Area on Lake Ouachita, is a great spot to getaway for the day. The combination of lush mountain scenery and wildlife, make this quiet location an ideal place for a family gathering, reunion, or group retreat.____ Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.
Recreation
Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.______ Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.
Facilities
The Day-Use Pavilion has electrical hook-ups, picnic tables, and lighting. Other amenities include a bathroom facility, a playground, and a grassy wooded scenic view.
Natural Features
Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
Nearby Attractions
Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest. Here, off-roading enthusiasts can take on the Wolf Pen Gap Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System.
Location
Tompkins Bend - Lake Ouachita is located in Arkansas
Directions
From Hot Springs, Arkansas, take US 270 west approximately 24.5 miles to Tompkin Bend Road. Turn right and follow access road 2.4 miles north to park.__ From Mount Ida, Arkansas, take US 270 east about 10.7 miles to Tompkins Bend Road. Turn left and follow access road 2.4 miles north to the park.
Address
15 Tompkins Bend
Mt. ida, AR 71957
Coordinates
34.568048 N
93.470581 W
Detours Nearby
COE Lake Ouachita Twin Creek
2 min away
Washita Primitive Camping Area
22 min away
Drive Time
- 32 min from Hot Springs
- 1 hr 17 min from Little Rock
- 1 hr 48 min from Fort Smith
- 2 hrs 8 min from Texarkana
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 users
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
