Spring Lake Recreation Area

Federal campground in Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

Location: Belleville, AR, AR

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/spring-lake-recreation-area to be notified when sites open up.

Well-maintained recreation area with a sandy beach, swimming platforms, and a concession stand. Google reviewers praise the clear water and family-friendly amenities.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in the area; also watch for armadillos, turtles, and various bird species.

Insider tips for Spring Lake Recreation Area: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for site payment. Only 1 tent site available, so this is a very limited capacity location.

Skip Spring Lake Recreation Area if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available.. You prefer advance reservations — first-come, first-served basis only.. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Spring Lake Recreation Area: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Sorghum Hollow (New Blaine, AR), Shoal Bay (NEW BLAINE, AR), Cove Lake Recreation Area (PARIS, AR), Outlet Area (HAVANA, AR).