Reese R.

Hot Springs, AR

Joined January 2021

Beautiful nature; Awful people

The actual campground itself is really gorgeous with a few campsites that distantly overlook the lake however there is glass and trash all over from disrespectful campers who do not care to clean up after themselves however there are also no trash cans here so it's unsurprising.

Stayed on a holiday weekend and the park rangers took to harassing certain campers they believed may have marijuana based on profiling and nothing more.

So in conclusion while the nature is beautiful both the campers and law enforcement will make your stay unbearable.

Free camping next to the water

I've used this campground multiple times and while there is no water or electricity it offers an excellent view of the lake and a few camping spots right along the shoreline. There are roughly 10 spots to camp, about six on the water and a few just off the water but they do fill fast due to the free nature of the site especially on holidays.

Be advised that the bathroom is a pit toilet situation with absolutely no running water. Fires are permitted, and the grounds are monitored fairly frequently. I have never had any issue with the patrols or other campers. Really excellent area and I can't recommend it enough if you do not require water or electric.