Where the Arkansas River valley meets forested hills, Horsehead Lake Recreation Area sits within the Ozark National Forest near Clarksville. This US Forest Service campground provides nine sites on asphalt pads that accommodate RVs up to 30 feet, with four sites backing directly to the small lake.
The campground operates year-round with basic amenities including drinking water, restrooms, and trash service. Debbie W. notes the lake offers opportunities for "fishing, kayaking or taking a drip," while the sites remain "quiet during the week days." Cell service reaches the area, and the facility allows alcohol. A shower building provides button-press showers that run warm for brief intervals.
Access requires attention to road conditions, particularly after rain when flooding can affect lower areas. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Sites feature shade from mature trees, and the asphalt pads provide level parking. Pets are not permitted at this location.
For additional overnight options, campers can explore camping near Oark or check nearby Wolf Pen Recreation Area Campground. This spot works well for RV travelers seeking a quiet lakeside setting with basic Forest Service amenities and reliable cell coverage.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
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Location
Public CampgroundHorsehead Lake Recreation Area is located in Arkansas
Coordinates
35.56445 N
93.639642 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/23/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/23/26
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/23/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/23/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 44 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 8 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 1 hr 34 min from Little Rock, AR
- 2 hrs 8 min from Hot Springs, AR
