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Bidwell Point Park

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🏕️ CampgroundOzark National ForestArkansas⭐ 4.7 (363)
Bidwell Point Park
🟢 19 open windows as of Oct 6 — soonest Tue Oct 6–Fri Oct 9
Availability checked 13h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 49 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 2d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Bidwell Point Park in Arkansas has 19 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Tue Oct 6–Fri Oct 9. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Tue Oct 6 – Fri Oct 93 nightsbook these dates →sites #19, #42
Wed Oct 7 – Sat Oct 103 nightsbook these dates →sites #01
Thu Oct 8 – Sun Oct 113 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →opened 13h agosites #03
Fri Oct 9 – Mon Oct 123 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, BIDWELL POINT PARK #01–BIDWELL POINT PARK #03 next to each othersites #37, #01, #02, #03, #05, #09, #13, #15, #17, #19, #23, #24, #30, #31, #32, #41, #42, #45, #46, #47
Mon Oct 12 – Thu Oct 153 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, BIDWELL POINT PARK #06–BIDWELL POINT PARK #08 next to each othersites #06, #07, #08, #10, #12, #14, #16, #20, #21, #22, #33, #34, #35, #43
Tue Oct 13 – Fri Oct 163 nightsbook these dates →sites #44
Tue Oct 13 – Thu Oct 152 nightsbook these dates →sites #39
Wed Oct 14 – Sat Oct 173 nightsbook these dates →sites #25

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #19 — Site 19
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #19 · Site 19EAA
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #42 — SITE 42
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #42 · SITE 42USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #42 — SITE 42
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #42 · SITE 42USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #01 — SITE 1
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #01 · SITE 1USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #01 — SITE 1
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #01 · SITE 1USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #03 — SITE 3
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #03 · SITE 3USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #03 — SITE 3
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #03 · SITE 3USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #37 — SITE 37
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #37 · SITE 37USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #37 — SITE 37
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #37 · SITE 37USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #02 — SITE 2
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #02 · SITE 2USACE MHPO SHS
Campsite BIDWELL  POINT  PARK #02 — SITE 2
Site BIDWELL POINT PARK #02 · SITE 2USACE MHPO SHS

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about April 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 12 openings at Bidwell Point Park over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 4 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $24–$50/nightGroup Shelter ElectricStandard Electric🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.7★★★★★359 ratings
5★288
4★54
3★16
2★0
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile3.5/4
Verizon3.3/4
AT&T3.0/4
Sprint retired3.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Bidwell Point Park FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Bidwell Point Park?

Bidwell Point Park in Arkansas takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Bidwell Point Park?

Campsite fees at Bidwell Point Park run about $24–$50/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Bidwell Point Park when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Bidwell Point Park often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Bidwell Point Park?

CampSage's scans caught 12 openings at Bidwell Point Park over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 4 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Bidwell Point Park a good campground?

Bidwell Point Park holds an average rating of 4.7/5 from 363 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Bidwell Point Park?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Bidwell Point Park, T-Mobile rates highest at 3.5 out of 5 from 48 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Bidwell Point Park located?

Bidwell Point Park is located in Ozark National Forest, Arkansas. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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