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Mark
5 days ago
42 ft toy hauler
The site was close enough to town but far enough away from traffic. Had a great sunset view. Easily accessible. Would recommend
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Ashley
November 2025
40 ft travel trailer
Level, spacious, and nestled under a beautiful old tree! Hookups are on the “wrong side”- power reached no problem but needed our extra length water hose, and Andrew provided extra length to reach septic. Great location, <5 min from town where there’s a Walmart, o’reilley’s, fast food, etc! Would stay again!
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Detrick
October 2025
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MAPA
October 2025
36 ft fifth wheel
With pets
Cool place, just down the street from Muddy Waters homesite. We would stay again
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Robert
October 2025
40 ft Class C
Mary Fay's campground, while very bare bones, was perfectly located for our visit to Clarksdale, MS as part of the Blues Tour. Water and power worked perfectly and we really appreciated the wifi.
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Jamie
October 2025
35 ft travel trailer
Location was cool and creepy at the same time! All amenities worked well and location was convenient to Clarksdale and about a mile to Muddy Waters home place.
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Kevin
October 2025
Tent
Made a last minute reservation and got in, no problem.
Easy in and out on a motorcycle, pitched a tent in the back. Was nice and level, would stay here again.
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Bob
October 2025
25 ft travel trailer
It is very original, true grit location, and if you are lucky enough to spend some time with the locals it is your lucky day!
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Erin
September 2025
32 ft Class C
With pets
A wonderful spot! Gary was a wonderful and attentive host! Will stop there again when passing through.
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Patricia
August 2025
19 ft campervan
The hipcamp spots are separate from the RV park meaning you will get a quiet night with lots of privacy. The park is located just minutes from the interstate. Perfect for someone in transit and not looking for a longer stay.
I definitely recommend.
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Rey
August 2025
32 ft fifth wheel
With pets
It was a nice spot so that we could visit Clarksdale.
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Emily
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Perfect spot to rest overnight before hitting the road again! Gary was super helpful in leading us to a good spot to pitch our tent, he was very friendly and kind. Highly recommend for tent camping!
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Mindy
June 2025
Tent
With pets
The tent, camping area was fantastic! Wide open space, and the privacy of a surrounding tree line. It was perfect.
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Robyn
June 2025
31 ft Class C
With kids
A neat little place to stopover for the night with water and electric (only 50A inlets available but host does provide some adaptors inside the store room behind parking 2. Was beautifully quiet for a restful night's sleep
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Dustin
June 2025
Tent
Peaceful, quiet, and exactly as described! I had a great night’s sleep here.
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Greg
June 2025
19 ft campervan
Good private/quiet boondocks spot even though part of an RV park. Easy to find. Gary the host is a good guy. Thanks
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Lydia
June 2025
Laure
May 2025
Tent
With pets
Very quiet and peaceful. I enjoyed the frog serenade! Nice level grassy space to camp on.
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Erah
May 2025
Tent
We came mid-week and nobody else was around, peaceful and beautiful
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Ron
May 2025
40 ft Class C
This was a fantastic place to camp, really enjoyed our stay. Thanks Mary!
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Overview
About
Who knew you could scuba dive in the middle of Arkansas? Well you can scuba and more at Beaver Lake and Dam. The lake is a smorgasbord of water adventure with 31,000 acres to explore. If a wetsuit isn’t your style, a day of boating, fishing, and exploring the lakes inlets should satisfy your sea lovin’ heart. Those wanting to stay landlocked can explore almost 500 miles of shoreline. Trails wind through limestone cliffs, historic native dwellings, and past plenty of epic views for those toting a camera. Spelunking and world class camping are just a stone's throw from the shores of Beaver Lake. No need to wait, pack up your gear and gather your friends for a weekend of exploring this happening watering hole!
When to go
The prime time to visit Beaver Lake and Dam is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural scenery is at its peak. Summer months bring warmer temperatures perfect for water activities, though it's also the busiest season. Winters are quieter but can be chilly, making it less ideal for camping and water-based adventures.
Know before you go
- Always wear a life jacket when on the water and be mindful of boating safety regulations.
- Check the generation schedule for water releases from the dam which can affect lake levels and conditions.
- Accessibility varies across different areas, so plan ahead if you require specific accommodations.
- Be aware of local wildlife and practice safe viewing from a distance.
- Facilities such as restrooms and picnic areas are available, but it's wise to bring essential supplies.
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21 ratings · 7 reviews
We love this area! Great for a family swim weekend!
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Tina C.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
14 ft travel trailer ·
Horseshoe Bend Campground
Great views of the water. Accessible to power and water for RV hookups.
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Lindsey C.
6 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
14 ft travel trailer ·
Prairie Creek Campground
Great area for RV camping. Excellent sites with easy access to power and water.
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Lindsey C.
6 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Good value. Only problem we had was arriving after the entrance fee gate closed we had a lot of difficulty finding the RV dump station to empty our tank before setting up at the campsite...the online map showed two dump sites that were either nonexistent or blocked off access. Finally found it on the side street just before the entrance fee gate station, altho be aware that the location is not level and tilts your trailer tank backwards so it will not completely empty if your tank pipe is on the forward side. Also, the recreation.gov confirmation email does not list the address for this campground so we had to rely upon guessing which location description in Waze & Google nav would get us here (hint: there's no "campground").
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Stephen K.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2018
Covered picnic tables close to the shore/beach
Natalie S.
7 years on Hipcamp
September 2017
Such a beautiful place! I actually lived on Beaver Lake and wanted liked to go weekend camping here because it was only a 10 minute drive from my house. The best campsite is at the very back up the hill... I can't remember what number it is but there's a playground nearby and you go right to a round about sort of (I think there's a tree in the middle of it) and the campsite is a little hidden, that's the best one.
Hannah B.
8 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· March 2017
It can be difficult to find open camping on Beaver Lake in the on season. I particularly enjoyed this spot because while primitive camping is offered all of your neighbors will be camping in RVs. They have waterfront campsites but beware: these are not sandy beaches they are mud.
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Gabi T.
8 years on Hipcamp