Robinson Point

Norfork Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: MOUNTAIN HOME, AR, AR

Price: From $22 per night

Price range: $22–$40 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (242 reviews)

Season: May through October

Robinson Point is one of the most popular parks in the central portion of Norfork Lake. The 102 campsites are sprawled across two peninsulas, so waterfront campsites are plentiful. The hilly lake region is a playground for visitors young and old, with water and land activities galore.The 25 acres of campground provide many modern conveniences for campers.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/robinson-point to be notified when sites open up.

Robinson Point is one of the most popular parks in the central portion of Norfork Lake with 102 campsites sprawled across two peninsulas offering plentiful waterfront locations. The scenic lakeside setting provides excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking.

Wildlife alert: American Crow, Black Vulture, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, Killdeer, Three-toed Box Turtle, Eastern Garter Snake

Insider tips for Robinson Point: Book early — this is a federal campground and very popular Request a waterfront site on one of the two peninsulas for scenic views Verify electric hookup functionality with host upon arrival if hookups are important to your stay

Skip Robinson Point if: You need water or sewer hookups — only select sites have electric, and neither water nor sewer are available. You prefer spacious sites — campers report sites are very close together with shared driveways. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.

Best time to visit Robinson Point: May through October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Panther Bay Park (Mountain Home, AR), Henderson Park (Mountain Home, AR), Bidwell Point Park (Gamaliel, AR), Gamaliel (Gamaliel, AR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Robinson Point

Cell signal at Robinson Point (MOUNTAIN HOME, AR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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MOUNTAIN HOME, AR, AR★ 4.5 (242 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Robinson Point is one of the most popular parks in the central portion of Norfork Lake. The 102 campsites are sprawled across two peninsulas, so waterfront campsites are plentiful. The hilly lake region is a playground for visitors young and old, with water and land activities galore.The 25 acres of campground provide many modern conveniences for campers.

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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 RV60 ft
Hookups98 electric sites
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersBoat Launch
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 need water or sewer hookups — only select sites have electric, and neither water nor sewer are available✕ You prefer spacious sites — campers report sites are very close together with shared driveways✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground and very popular

Request a waterfront site on one of the two peninsulas for scenic views

Verify electric hookup functionality with host upon arrival if hookups are important to your stay

Best: May through October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Crow, Black Vulture, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, Killdeer, Three-toed Box Turtle, Eastern Garter Snake

Location

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870-492-6853· Norfork Lake
Getting there →

From Mountain Home, AR, travel 9 mi E on US 412/62; turn right onto CR 279/Robinson Pt. Rd. for 3 mi to park entrance. Follow signs into 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 — Norfork Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Norfork Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Robinson Point cost per night?+
Robinson Point costs $22–$40 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Robinson Point open?+
Robinson Point is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Robinson Point have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Robinson Point?+
Robinson Point can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Robinson Point?+
Robinson Point 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 Robinson Point?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Robinson Point is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Robinson Point open, and what are check-in times?+
Robinson Point is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$22 /night★ 4.5 (242)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Gamaliel

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