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Dam Site River (Beaver Lake)

Beaver Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: EUREKA SPRINGS, AR, AR

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$25 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (570 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dam Site River Campground sits on the shores of the White River, just below Beaver Dam and Lake in the Ozark Mountains. The campground features spacious and sunny campsites and an abundance of recreational activities. Fishing opportunities are plentiful near Dam Site River Campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dam-site-river-beaver-lake to be notified when sites open up.

Dam Site River Campground sits on the shores of the White River below Beaver Dam with spacious, sunny campsites and abundant recreational activities. Google reviewers consistently praise its beautiful setting, peaceful atmosphere, and roomy sites ideal for fishing and family recreation.

Wildlife alert: Western Pygmy Rattlesnake, Eastern Milksnake, Red-bellied Snake, White-tailed Deer, Gray Fox, and Eastern Screech-Owl present in the area.

Insider tips for Dam Site River (Beaver Lake): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Sites are spacious and sunny; request a leveled site in advance if you have an RV with hydraulic systems Fish the upper White River just below the dam for record-sized German brown trout

Skip Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) if: You require full RV hookups—most sites have no hookups; suitable only for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit outside the May-October season—campground operates seasonally.

Best time to visit Dam Site River (Beaver Lake): May-October — Official operating season. Cold waters below the dam support excellent fishing for rainbow and German brown trout year-round during this period..

Nearby campgrounds: Dam Site Lake Campground (Eureka Springs, AR), Indian Creek Campground (Ar) (Garfield, AR), Lost Bridge North (Garfield, AR), Starkey Campground (Eureka Springs, AR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dam Site River (Beaver Lake)

Cell signal at Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) (EUREKA SPRINGS, AR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 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.

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EUREKA SPRINGS, AR, AR★ 4.2 (570 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Dam Site River Campground sits on the shores of the White River, just below Beaver Dam and Lake in the Ozark Mountains. The campground features spacious and sunny campsites and an abundance of recreational activities. Fishing opportunities are plentiful near Dam Site River Campground.

Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV78 ft
Hookups58 electric sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You require full RV hookups—most sites have no hookups; suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit outside the May-October season—campground operates seasonally

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Sites are spacious and sunny; request a leveled site in advance if you have an RV with hydraulic systems

Fish the upper White River just below the dam for record-sized German brown trout

Best: May-October

Official operating season. Cold waters below the dam support excellent fishing for rainbow and German brown trout year-round during this period.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Western Pygmy Rattlesnake, Eastern Milksnake, Red-bellied Snake, White-tailed Deer, Gray Fox, and Eastern Screech-Owl present in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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479-253-9865· Beaver Lake
Getting there →

From Eureka Springs, Arkansas, take Highway 62 West and travel just over 4 miles. Turn left on Highway 187 and continue for about 6 miles. Take the first right after crossing the dam and follow signs to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Beaver Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Beaver Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) cost per night?+
Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) costs $20–$25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) open?+
Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Dam Site River (Beaver Lake)?+
Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) can accommodate RVs up to 78 feet.
How do I make reservations at Dam Site River (Beaver Lake)?+
Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Dam Site River (Beaver Lake)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) open, and what are check-in times?+
Dam Site River (Beaver Lake) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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$20 /night★ 4.2 (570)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Dam Site Lake Campground

Eureka Springs, AR

From $22/night

Indian Creek Campground (Ar)

Garfield, AR

From $22/night

Lost Bridge North

Garfield, AR

From $17/night

Starkey Campground

Eureka Springs, AR

From $22/night

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