Cottonshed Park (Ar)
Millwood Lake — lakeside, fishing
Location: MINERAL SPRINGS, AR, AR
Price: From $25 per night
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (180 reviews)
Season: May through October
Cottonshed Park is located off the beaten path, eight miles southwest of Mineral Springs and Tollette. It is a quiet, wooded area with access to some of the best fishing on Millwood Lake.The campground contains lake side campsites as well as those not located directly on the lake but with a lake view. Flush toilets, showers, and potable water are located throughout the campground.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cottonshed-park-ar to be notified when sites open up.
Cottonshed Park offers quiet, wooded camping with direct access to Millwood Lake and the Saline River, known for some of the best fishing in the area. Google reviewers consistently praise the relaxing atmosphere, helpful staff, and waterfront sites with level asphalt pads.
Wildlife alert: American Alligator present in area; also White-tailed Deer, Great Blue Heron, Red-headed Woodpecker, White Ibis, and Black-bellied Whistling-Duck
Insider tips for Cottonshed Park (Ar): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Request a site in the second loop for more solitude and privacy Most sites are waterfront with level asphalt pads
Skip Cottonshed Park (Ar) if: You need RV hookups—only electric hookups available, no water/sewer at most sites. You require year-round camping—seasonal operation only May-October. You have a non-self-contained RV.
Best time to visit Cottonshed Park (Ar): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Paraloma Park (Ashdown, AR), White Cliffs Park (Ben Lomand, AR), Beard’S Bluff Park (Ar) (SARATOGA, AR), Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake) (Dierks, AR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Cottonshed Park (Ar)
Cell signal at Cottonshed Park (Ar) (MINERAL SPRINGS, AR): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Cottonshed Park is located off the beaten path, eight miles southwest of Mineral Springs and Tollette. It is a quiet, wooded area with access to some of the best fishing on Millwood Lake.The campground contains lake side campsites as well as those not located directly on the lake but with a lake view. Flush toilets, showers, and potable water are located throughout the campground.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Request a site in the second loop for more solitude and privacy
Most sites are waterfront with level asphalt pads
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
Approximately 5 miles south of Mineral Springs on Highway 355, turn right / west onto Bright Star Road travel approximately 3 miles, turn left / south onto Cottonshed Lane. OR North on Hwy 355 approximately 5 miles, turn left / west onto Bright Star Road travel approximately 3 miles, turn left / south onto Cottonshed Lane.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Millwood Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Millwood Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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