Is Withrow Springs Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Withrow Springs Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Are there showers at Withrow Springs Campground?

Yes, Withrow Springs Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

How many campsites does Withrow Springs Campground have?

Withrow Springs Campground has 47 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Withrow Springs Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Withrow Springs Campground. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Withrow Springs Campground?

Withrow Springs Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Withrow Springs Campground?

Popular activities at Withrow Springs Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Withrow Springs Campground

4.53

114 reviews

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1,457 ft

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Reservable

Sites

47 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Pets Allowed

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Quick Facts

1,457 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

47 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Pets Allowed

Full HookupsShowers

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Withrow Springs Campground

36.1560, -93.7298

Nearby places

Huntsville (~4–5 miles south)

Eureka Springs (~20 miles north on AR‑23).

Nearby supplies

Huntsville (~4–5 miles)

Weather at Withrow Springs Campground

Best Time to Camp at Withrow Springs Campground

Each season reveals a different side of the Ozarks. Spring (early March through mid-June) is prime time: the creek runs high and clear for floating, wildflowers blanket the forest, and mild temperatures make every trail inviting. Summer brings heat and humidity, but the park's seasonal pool offers cool relief between hikes. Autumn transforms the hillsides into a patchwork of gold and crimson, with comfortable temperatures perfect for exploring. Winter camping is an option for the hardy, though the pool and some facilities close for the season.

Best

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Planning Tips

About Withrow Springs Campground

Tucked into the forested Ozark hills where War Eagle Creek winds through limestone bluffs and natural springs, Withrow Springs Campground offers the perfect blend of wilderness and comfort. Whether you're pulling in with a full-hookup RV or pitching a tent near the creek, you'll find modern amenities—clean bathhouses, electric and water hookups—alongside genuine Ozark beauty and a network of trails leading to hidden springs and scenic overlooks.

The campground comprises 47 developed sites (many with full hookups) and includes a reservable group tent camping area.

Historical Significance

The park's significance is primarily natural and geologic—exposed bluffs, springs and outcrops illustrate the geologic history of the northwest Arkansas Ozarks; no specific human historical landmarks are emphasized in the available sources.

Weather and SeasonsEach season reveals a different side of the Ozarks. Spring (early March through mid-June) is prime time: the creek runs high and clear for floating, wildflowers blanket the forest, and mild temperatures make every trail inviting. Summer brings heat and humidity, but the park's seasonal pool offers cool relief between hikes. Autumn transforms the hillsides into a patchwork of gold and crimson, with comfortable temperatures perfect for exploring. Winter camping is an option for the hardy, though the pool and some facilities close for the season.

Natural Features and SceneryThe landscape here tells the story of ancient geology: towering limestone and sandstone bluffs rise above War Eagle Creek, while natural springs—including the park's namesake Withrow Spring—bubble up through the forest floor. Wind through miles of trails beneath a canopy of mixed hardwoods, where springtime brings carpets of rare Ozark trillium and other wildflowers to the forest floor. Creek-side paths lead you past moss-covered rock outcrops and into intimate gorges where the sound of flowing water echoes off stone walls that have stood for millennia.

Geological RegionArkansas Ozarks (northwest Arkansas Ozarks: forested hills, limestone bluffs, springs and sandstone outcrops).

Scenic ViewsTrail overlooks (notably on War Eagle Trail) provide elevated views down to War Eagle Creek and across wooded ridges and rock outcrops; additional overlook points are marked near AR‑23 and Spur 23.

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Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsUseDirect (Arkansas State Parks reservation system)

Total Campsites47 campsites

Best CampsitesApproximately 30 of the 47 sites have full hookups (water, electric, sewer); many sites are nestled in woods with others more convenient to bathhouses and road access. Specific site recommendations are not consistently documented; campers are advised to choose based on preference for proximity to the bathhouse, creek access, or quieter wooded loops and to reserve ahead during peak season.

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Amenities available

Withrow Springs Campground has modern site and day-use facilities including a staffed visitor center and gift shop, a seasonal swimming pool with bathhouse, picnic areas and pavilions, playground, tennis and ballfield, canoe rentals, and a nearby dump station. The camping area includes 47 sites with water and electric hookups (30 of those also have sewer) and modern bathhouses with showers and restrooms.

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Electricity hookups

Water hookups

Sewer hookups

Flush toilets

Dump station

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Activities you can enjoy

A compact park offering hiking, creek floating/canoeing, fishing, swimming, birding, picnicking, playground and ball/tennis facilities.

Hiking

Fishing

Swimming

Boating

Wildlife viewing

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsRocky terrain and bluff drop‑offs on trails and overlooks; variable creek water levels affecting floating conditions; insects typical of the region (mosquitoes, ticks). Visitors report limited or patchy cell service in campground and along creek corridors.

Cell CoverageNone of the primary camping resources provide explicit carrier‑specific data for cell service at Withrow Springs State Park. Given its location just north of Huntsville along AR‑23 in the Ozarks and the presence of a staffed visitor center and modern facilities, basic coverage from major carriers (AT&T, Verizon, possibly T‑Mobile) is **likely near the park entrance and developed areas**, but may drop in ravines, along War Eagle Creek, and on more forested trails. This assessment is an inference based on geography and development, not on direct measurements, so cell coverage information should be treated as uncertain.

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4.5

114 reviews

Top-Rated

Withrow Springs Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews and guides are predominantly positive, highlighting clean facilities, scenic trails and creek access, and a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere; the campground is small so sites can fill at peak times.

Review Summaries

Based on 114 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean restrooms and maintained grounds; mostly full-hookup sites suitable for RVs; peaceful, shady setting with good trails and a seasonal pool; on-site visitor center and canoe rentals.

Based on 114 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve ahead, especially in spring and summer; check seasonal operating dates for the pool and canoe rentals before visiting; bring insect protection and needed supplies (Huntsville is the nearest...

Based on 114 reviews