BIDWELL POINT PARK
Gamaliel, Arkansas · US Army Corps of Engineers
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About
Bidwell Point is tucked below towering oak and pines on the shores of Norfork Lake. Lay on the beach or take the boat out for water skiing on the easily accessible waters of Norfork Lake.The forest-topped Ozarks are actually a heavily eroded plateau, shaped and carved by hundreds of streams over several thousand years. Norfork Lake is sourced by the North Fork River in northern Arkansas, which winds through the rugged Ozarks before filling up 22,000 acres of Norfork Lake.Hike the Robinson Point National Recreation Trail for wonderful views of the Ozarks. Just south of the lake, The Ozark National Forest spans 1.2 million acres.Lake Norfork is home to one of the best striped bass fisheries in Arkansas. Black bass fishing is at its best from September through May, and an increasingly popular sport is night fishing with lights for crappie and White bass.Campers can reserve one of the waterfront sites for continuous, clear views of the lake. The family-friendly campground maintains a large swim beach and a playground. The sites have electric hookups, as does the group shelter. The group picnic shelter can fit up to 200 guests for any large occasion.
Directions
From Mountain Home, AR, travel 9 miles east on US 412/62, then 2 miles north on SR 101. Cross the lake on 101 bridge and take the 1st access road to the right. Follow signs into campground.
Location
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Details
- State
- Arkansas
- City / area
- Gamaliel
- Agency
- US Army Corps of Engineers
- Parent area
- Norfork Lake
- Campsites
- 49
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $24–$50 / night
- Rating
- 4.76 / 5 (373 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer, Caravan/Camper Van, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up
Nearby campgrounds
- HENDERSON PARK 1.1 km away
- Panther Bay Park 2.1 km away
- ROBINSON POINT 3.7 km away
- GAMALIEL 4.1 km away
- CRANFIELD PARK 7.7 km away
- DAM - QUARRY 14.2 km away