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Tompkins Bend Day-Use

★4.7(394 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandLake Ouachita · Mt. Ida, Arkansas
🏞️Lake Access🌊River Access🏔️Mountain Views🌲Forest Setting🎣Fishing🦌Wildlife Viewing

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About Tompkins Bend Day-Use

Tompkins Bend Day-Use is a national park campground at Lake Ouachita in Montgomery County, Arkansas. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Lake Ouachita around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.

Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 394 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Lake Ouachita include Tompkins Bend, Joplin, Denby Point, Little Fir and Crystal Springs (AR).

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Location

Address

Mt. Ida, Arkansas

Coordinates

34.5680, -93.4706

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • •May sees 6 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Tompkins Bend Day-Use campsite photo 1 - Lake Ouachita, Arkansas
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Tompkins Bend Day-Use FAQ

How far in advance should I book Tompkins Bend Day-Use?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Tompkins Bend Day-Use?

May typically sees the highest reservation activity at Tompkins Bend Day-Use. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Tompkins Bend Day-Use right now?

Tompkins Bend Day-Use is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.

Where is Tompkins Bend Day-Use located?

Tompkins Bend Day-Use is located in Lake Ouachita, near Mt. Ida, Arkansas.

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