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Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground in Arkansas

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Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground Reservations

Lake Ouachita, Arkansas

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Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground quick facts

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Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.
Location: Arkansas.Arkansas campgrounds

As of November 2026, Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground is a campground in Arkansas with 1 campsite. Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground is located at 34.5680° N, 93.4706° W.

people allowed on each site: 125

Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground reservations and next available dates

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The calendar above shows which nights are open at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground and which are sold out.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 1 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground, read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground

Group 1
Accessible 1
Hookups 1

Amenities

potable water
playground

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad, water sports.

All sites at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Tompkins Bend Day-Use loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups	Access
PAVILION 1	Group	125	Electric, Water	Accessible

About Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground

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.

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.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Rules and notices at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

All reservations must be made through recreation.gov.

No off-road vehicles allowed.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground?

Campsites at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground?

Campgrounds near Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground include Tompkins Bend Campground, Joplin Campground, Denby Point Campground, Little Fir Campground and Charlton Recreation Area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground?

Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground?

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How many campsites does Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground have?

Tompkins Bend Day-Use Campground has 1 campsites.