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Cossatot Reefs
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Gillham · Arkansas · Gillham Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Gillham Lake |
| Location | Gillham · Arkansas · Gillham Lake · 34.20674, -94.23132 · Map |
| Sites | 31 public sites counted from the federal listing — 28 standard electric; 2 walk to; 1 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 31 of 31 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 29 of 31 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 31 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 31 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 68 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 28 sites · 30 ft: 28 sites · 35 ft: 27 sites · 40 ft: 26 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 06:00 PM · Out 05:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Flush toiletsPlaygroundRiver access |
| Phone | 870-386-7261 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-08-11.
From the official listing
Overview Cossatot Reefs Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in southwest Arkansas.
Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. Recreation Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river.
A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood blossoms.
Facilities Cossatot Reefs offers 31 shady campsites, including a large group shelter. Hot showers, drinking water and flush toilets help create a comfortable camping experience. Natural Features Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.
Directions, from the listing
From De Queen, Arkansas, head north on US-59/US-71. Continue for nearly 10 miles and turn Right at Gillham EZ-Mart. Turn right on Tower Road; go 1.3 miles turn left onto Gillham Lake road; go 4.3 miles turn right and follow signs into the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · Gillham ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersLittle Coon Creek Park
2 mi straight-line · Grannis ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersJefferson Ridge
7 mi straight-line · DIERKS ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBlue Ridge Park
8 mi straight-line · Dierks ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOverlook (Dierks Lake)
9 mi straight-line · Dierks Arkansas
Trip Card — Cossatot Reefs
Gillham · Arkansas · Gillham Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Gillham · Arkansas · Gillham Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 31 |
| Max RV | Up to 68 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 31 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232558 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.