Carter Cove
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About Carter Cove
Carter Cove is a national park campground at Nimrod Lake in Yell County, Arkansas. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Carter Cove is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 71 ft. Campers rate it 4.5/5 across 39 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Nimrod Lake include Carden Point, Sunlight Bay, Quarry Cove and River Road.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 13 · 2024: 5 · 2025: 6
Location
Address
Plainview, Arkansas
Coordinates
34.9633, -93.2393
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 175 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Carden Point
Nimrod Lake
Sunlight Bay
Nimrod Lake
Quarry Cove
Nimrod Lake
River Road
Nimrod Lake
Spring Lake Recreation Area
Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
Old Post Road
Dardanelle Lake
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Carter Cove FAQ
How far in advance should I book Carter Cove?
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 Carter Cove?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Carter Cove. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Carter Cove right now?
Carter Cove 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 Carter Cove located?
Carter Cove is located in Nimrod Lake, near Plainview, Arkansas.
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