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Lake Poinsett State Park Campground

Within Arkansas's state park system, Lake Poinsett State Park Campground operates as a compact 30-site facility managed by AR State Parks & Recreation. The campground accommodates RVs up to 45 feet with water and electric hookups, though no sewer connections are available at individual sites.

Campers navigate a single-lane road system that creates tight maneuvering conditions, particularly when sites across from each other are occupied. The gravel sites provide level parking with metal picnic tables, fire pits with cooking grates, and pedestal grills. Most sites offer some shade coverage from mature trees. Four unisex restroom and shower facilities serve the entire campground, including both RV and tent camping areas.

The park centers around its namesake lake, which underwent dam repairs and habitat improvements in recent years. Fishing operates under catch-and-release regulations except for catfish and brim. A 1.3-mile hiking trail connects from the campground area, and a playground serves families with children. Gary P. notes the sites are "very spacious" despite closer spacing. Cell service varies by carrier, with some reporting single-bar coverage, while WiFi availability remains inconsistent.

The town of Harrisburg sits approximately three miles away for supply runs. This campground works well for RV travelers seeking an overnight stop or families wanting lake access with basic amenities, though the narrow road system requires careful navigation for larger rigs.

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Location

Public Campground

Lake Poinsett State Park Campground is located in Arkansas

Directions

From Harrisburg, travel east 1 mile on Arkansas Hwy. 14, then take Arkansas Hwy. 163 south 3 miles to the park; OR; from Wynne, travel east on Arkansas Hwy. 64 just 5 miles to Levesque, then turn north on Arkansas Hwy. 163 and drive 21 miles to the park.

Address

5752 State Park Lane
Harrisburg, AR 72432

Coordinates

35.53400085 N
90.688 W

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Connectivity

T-Mobile
No Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 6 users
Last on 3/28/26
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage

Connectivity

T-Mobile
No Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 6 users
Last on 3/28/26
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Drive Time

24 min from Jonesboro, AR
1 hr from Memphis, TN
1 hr 49 min from Little Rock, AR
2 hrs 3 min from Jackson, TN

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9 Reviews

Campers regularly cited the spacious, shaded sites and exceptionally clean facilities as major strengths. Family amenities like playgrounds received positive feedback, though noise from dogs and trains was a concern for some visitors.

Troy J.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 25, 2023

Nice quiet place and friendly

Beautiful place to camp. Everyone running the park was super nice and accommodating. The only drawback that I can think of was the mosquitos. Shower house/bathroom cleaned and well maintained.

Site19

Month of VisitSeptember

Napunani

Legend

Reviewed Jun. 26, 2022

Small, Tight Campground

PROS

Senior discount

Reserved on-line 346 prior to arriving

Good overnight stop for$25

Very small park and campground

Site#4 totally level

Site#4 some shade 100% gravel site

Metal picnic table that was moveable

One hook lantern pole

Metal fire pit with cooking grate

Pedestal BBQ grill (looked brand new)

CONS

30amp electrical breaker bad.

Tripped twice in 8 hours.

Single lane campground road extremely tight. If campsites across from ours wasn’t empty, it would of been extremely difficult to get our 28ft backed-in

Our reserved campsite#4 was occupied upon our arrival and campers tried to convince us to take another site that they were suppose to move to, but it was much smaller, so we declined

Never saw any rangers patrolling campground

Train noise from tracks in Harrisburg

4 unisex toilets/showers for all 26 campsites PLUS 4 tent sites!

One-lane dump station

No TP in campground toilets

No camp-host or even a full hook up site for one

No security gate closure overnight

No WIFI

1 bar LTE

Site4

Month of VisitMay

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Sean D.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 2, 2022

Beautiful Park

We stayed over Memorial Day weekend. Every site was booked but not crowded. Had a wonderful time fishing and hiking the 1.3 mile trail. This was our first stay, but will return. No Cell service for ATT. There is WiFi at the bathhouse, but was very sketchy due to the busy weekend. No swimming at the park. It is not allowed. Fishing is catch and release only except for Catfish and Brim due to recently reopening the lake.

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Month of VisitMay

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Shana D.

Legend

Reviewed Jan. 24, 2022

Nice sites, quiet park

Another great Arkansas State Park! The campground is small, but the sites are nice. Arkansas has some of the best bathhouses as well! There is a really nice playground and also a walking trail that you can access from the campground.

The lake has finally been repaired and they have begun the refill process after is has been dry for several years.

The town of Harrisburg is close by in case you need to make a store run or grab some food. There is a small store here at the park, but it was closed while we were here, so I’m not sure how much stuff they have to offer.

Month of VisitJanuary

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Britt

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 25, 2021

Best site of a 2000k trip

We wish we had more time here, despite a severe storm coming in the park is awesome. The camp sites were the most well kept that i have ever seen. The bathrooms are the cleanest that we have experienced. The ability to walk trails, play on the playground or run around an open field makes this a place for families.

Site17

Month of VisitOctober

Gary P.

Ranger

Reviewed Apr. 26, 2021

Super nice small campground

Very nice campground with 30something sites. Mostly 30 amp with a few 50 scattered about. Sites were not the fartherest apart, but each was very spacious. Large level gravel sites with water, but no sewer. Free, but spotty wifi throughout the campground. Shower house was new with 4 separate rooms. ATT & Verizon cell was decent. Did not try OTA TV.

Site17

Month of VisitApril

Christian W.

Scout

Reviewed May. 13, 2020

Missing something...can’t quite put my finger on it

Oh yeah, it’s the lake. Apparently it was drained to repair the dam. Looks like and apocalyptic wasteland where the lake was. Walked out to the middle of it and some Perv was flying a drone over my head. Stayed at the tent campsite which was ok because no one else was there, but you can see the rv site and some dumb buildings and a big streetlight. With the amount of dogs barking it sounds like you are in a neighborhood. It was ok. I guess any state park is better than no state park.

Donna M.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 13, 2019

Great place to stay!

Clear water and great fishing! Camp sites have picnic tables and lots of shade trees!

William C.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 7, 2019

Lake poinsett campground

Really enjoy camping at lake Poinsett. The campground is mostly shady with water and electric at each site. There is no sewer hook up but a dump station is next to the visitor center. There is a nice clean bathhouse and outside the campground is an all season pavilion. In the pick nick are the children have a playground. The lake itself has been drained to make repairs to the dam and fish habitat improvements

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Lake Poinsett State Park campground?

Lake Poinsett State Park campground offers water and electric hookups at each site, though there's no sewer connection (a dump station is available near the visitor center). The campground features clean, modern bathhouses with individual shower rooms, free WiFi (though it can be spotty during busy periods), and spacious gravel sites with metal picnic tables and fire pits with cooking grates. Additional amenities include a playground, hiking trails accessible from the campground, an all-season pavilion, and a picnic area. The park provides lantern poles at sites and offers fishing opportunities, though swimming is not permitted in the lake.

What do visitor reviews say about Lake Poinsett State Park?

Lake Poinsett State Park receives high marks for its exceptionally clean facilities, particularly the well-maintained bathhouses. Campers appreciate the spacious, level gravel sites with good shade coverage from numerous trees. The park is noted for its peaceful atmosphere even when fully booked, and the clear water offers great fishing opportunities. Visitors praise the playground, hiking trails, and open field areas for recreation. The park staff is described as friendly and accommodating. Some visitors mention issues with mosquitos and spotty WiFi, and AT&T users may experience limited cell service. The dam has been repaired after previously being drained.

Where is Lake Poinsett State Park located in Arkansas?

Lake Poinsett State Park is located in northeastern Arkansas. While the exact location details aren't specified in the available information, it's situated on Lake Poinsett, which has undergone dam repairs in recent years. The park is described as small and intimate, making it a convenient overnight stop for travelers in this region of Arkansas. For precise directions, visitors should check with the Arkansas State Parks official website or contact the park directly.

Is Lake Poinsett State Park good for RV camping?

Yes, Lake Poinsett State Park is well-suited for RV camping. The park offers approximately 30 spacious, level gravel sites equipped with water and electric hookups (mostly 30 amp with some 50 amp options available). While there are no sewer connections at individual sites, a dump station is conveniently located near the visitor center. Sites include metal picnic tables, fire pits with cooking grates, and pedestal electrical boxes. The campground provides clean, modern bathhouses and free WiFi, though connection quality may vary. Senior discounts are available, and sites can be reserved online in advance.

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