Springhill sits among the stunning landscapes of John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake in Arkansas . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr, Jun, Sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Springhill located in Barling, Arkansas, offering 35 camping sites.
Springhill
A Rural campground in Arkansas
Overview
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Springhill Park Sits Along John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake in the Lush, Rolling Hills of Arkansas. Campers Come Here for Boating, Birding and Relaxing.
Avid Mountain Bikers Enjoy the Springhill Park Mountain Bike Trail, a 10-Mile “Fast” Trail Where Experienced Bikers Race Frequently. the Trail Is Also a Designated National Recreation Trail.
Bottomland Hardwood Timber Banks, Steep Bluffs and Open Agricultural Fields Create the Scenery.
Nearby Attractions
the Fort Smith Museum of History Is Located About 20 Minutes Away.Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Barling, Arkansas
Coordinates: 35.3411111, -94.2969444
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|playground|picnic|shower|dump-station|hookups|electric|water|lake|river|trail|rv|shelter
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
Summer High
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Annual Precip
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Best Visit Time
📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 7 stations
Nearest Market: LITTLE ROCK
Notes: Signals FROM LITTLE ROCK MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 18 stations (6 AM, 12 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KARN 920 Am
Market: LITTLE ROCK
Notes: 6 AM, 12 FM Stations from Little Rock
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ TOTAL REHAB TOTAL REHAB
Distance: 4.4 miles away
Address: 5901 Remington Circle, Fort Smith, AR
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232710
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/11/232710_7158bb20-1517-4e7e-beea-a74ebd713384.pdf
- Parent Park: John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake
- Park Website: /parks/john-paul-hammerschmidt-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: john-paul-hammerschmidt-lake
- Parent Park Name: John Paul Hammerschmidt Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: john-paul-hammerschmidt-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 1.0
- States Covered: Arkansas
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 529
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 529
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: arkansas
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: john-paul-hammerschmidt-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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