Is Woolly Hollow Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Woolly Hollow 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.

What is the best time to visit Woolly Hollow Campground?

Woolly Hollow Campground is open Park facilities are open year-round; the swimming area and some water-recreation amenities operate seasonally (peak use late spring through summer).. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Woolly Hollow Campground?

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

Are dogs allowed at Woolly Hollow Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Woolly Hollow Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Woolly Hollow Campground?

Woolly Hollow Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Woolly Hollow Campground?

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

Woolly Hollow Campground

4.58

180 reviews

Top 20% in ARSummer

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600 ft

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Quick Facts

600 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Full HookupsShowers

Book on ArkansasStateParks Official Website

Get Directions

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Woolly Hollow Campground

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Best Time to Camp at Woolly Hollow Campground

Late spring through early fall brings Woolly Hollow to life as families flock to the swimming beach and boaters dot the lake under warm Arkansas skies. As summer fades and crowds thin, shoulder seasons reveal the park's quieter charms—crisp mornings ideal for lakeside hikes, autumn colors reflected in still water, and peaceful trails all to yourself. While the swimming beach and some water amenities take a seasonal break, the campground welcomes visitors year-round for those seeking solitude among the pines.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Top 20% in AR

Peak season: staffed swimming area, lifeguards, rentals and busy lake activity in summer months.

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Operating Season: Park facilities are open year-round; the swimming area and some water-recreation amenities operate seasonally (peak use late spring through summer).

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About Woolly Hollow Campground

Nestled in the forested foothills of the Ozark Mountains, Woolly Hollow Campground wraps around the sparkling 40-acre Lake Bennett, creating an intimate state park retreat where wooded campsites meet sandy shores. Whether you're casting a line from the bank, paddling across glassy water, or claiming one of the coveted lake-view sites, this compact gem delivers classic Arkansas outdoor recreation year-round, with a sandy swimming beach and miles of trails waiting to be explored.

The campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites (including sites with electrical, water and sewer hookups and some sites with 50-amp service), and some campsites have lake or water views. The park also provides day-use facilities such as picnic pavilions and a visitor center.

Historical Significance

The site is primarily valued for its recreational and regional significance; sources reference the area as a historic lake site but do not provide detailed documented cultural interpretation.

Weather and SeasonsLate spring through early fall brings Woolly Hollow to life as families flock to the swimming beach and boaters dot the lake under warm Arkansas skies. As summer fades and crowds thin, shoulder seasons reveal the park's quieter charms—crisp mornings ideal for lakeside hikes, autumn colors reflected in still water, and peaceful trails all to yourself. While the swimming beach and some water amenities take a seasonal break, the campground welcomes visitors year-round for those seeking solitude among the pines.

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Natural Features and SceneryThe park's landscape tells the story of the Ozark foothills—rolling terrain blanketed in dense hardwoods and fragrant pines, punctuated by gentle streams that whisper through the hollows. Lake Bennett sits like a jewel at the heart of it all, its 40 acres rimmed with sandy beaches that give way to forest shadows. The interplay of water and woodland creates pockets of serenity throughout the park, from sun-dappled shorelines perfect for an afternoon picnic to shaded groves where songbirds provide the soundtrack to your camping adventure.

Geological RegionFoothills of the Ozark Mountains (north central Arkansas); rolling Ozark terrain with hardwood and pine forest surrounding Lake Bennett

Scenic ViewsLake Bennett and its sandy shore, wooded Ozark hills and forested ridgelines; some campsites afford lake views.

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Amenities include a staffed visitor center, a bathhouse with hot showers and flush toilets, potable water at sites, RV electrical (including 50-amp) and water/sewer hookups on site, picnic tables and fire rings/pits at sites, a sandy beach/swimming area with seasonal lifeguards and concession, boat launch and paddle/kayak/pedal-boat rentals, picnic pavilions, playground and other day-use facilities.

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Things to do at Woolly Hollow Campground

The park centers on Lake Bennett and offers lake-based recreation plus trails through Ozark foothill forest. Common activities include swimming, fishing, boating, hiking and general wildlife viewing.

Swimming4.5/5Top 3% in Arkansas

Sandy beach/swimming area on Lake Bennett operates seasonally with lifeguards and staffed concessions.

Fishing4.0/5

Beach activities4.0/5

Lake Bennett rimmed with sandy beaches; staffed seasonal swimming area and lifeguards.

Water Sports4.0/5

Paddle-boat and kayak rentals plus calm, glassy lake waters ideal for paddling.

Boating3.5/5

Boat launch plus paddle-boat/kayak rentals; 40-acre lake supports paddling and small boating.

Hiking3.0/5

Park trails traverse wooded Ozark foothills with short loop routes and bridges for day hikes.

Signature experiences

Photography4.0/5Lake, sandy shorelines, wooded ridgelines and reflective water offer varied photo subjects.

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Hazards & AlertsVisitors should be aware of snakes (noted in visitor guides) and typical Ozark woodland wildlife; cell coverage at campsites is variable/unspecified.

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4.6

180 reviews

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

Visitor reviews are largely positive, praising cleanliness, family-friendly facilities, the lake/beach, available rentals (paddle boats, kayaks), and camp-site amenities such as running water, fire pits and hot showers. Reviewers commonly describe the park as peaceful, well-maintained and good for swimming, fishing and short hikes.

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What Campers Love

Clean, family-friendly park with a sandy beach and seasonal lifeguards; paddle-boat/kayak rentals and boat launch; hot showers and flush toilets; running water at campsites, picnic tables and fire...

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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve early for lake-view or preferred sites; check seasonal swim hours and whether a swim fee will apply; bring bug spray and appropriate footwear (snakes have been noted); check in at the park...

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Great park and a nice place to bring your family/kids. | Hot showers. | Great little swim spot. | clean and friendly, nice camp areas with running water on the lots, each with fire pits, tent pads...

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Families, paddlers, and anglers do best here. Reserve early if you want a lake-view site, then use the beach, boat launch, kayak rentals, and the short wooded trails. Summer is the sweet spot.

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A separate beach fee and variable cell service can be annoying, and not every site has a view. Snakes come up in reviews, so campers who want a sterile, screen-free, no-extra-cost stay may prefer somewhere else.

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Nestled in the scenic Ozark foothills, Woolly Hollow Campground wraps around the tranquil shores of Lake Bennett, where towering hardwoods frame your camping experience. Whether you're looking for a full-hookup RV site with all the amenities or a back-to-basics primitive tent spot, you'll find your perfect basecamp for lake adventures—from lazy beach days to sunrise fishing sessions and peaceful paddle excursions.