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Gulpha Gorge Campground

Hot Springs National Park

🏕️ CampgroundOuachita National ForestArkansas⭐ 4.4 (1398)
Gulpha Gorge Campground
🟢 17 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Tue Oct 6–Thu Oct 8
Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 44 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 3h ago.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Gulpha Gorge Campground in Arkansas has 17 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Tue Oct 6–Thu Oct 8. 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 – Thu Oct 82 nightsbook these dates →sites #32
Tue Oct 27 – Thu Oct 292 nightsbook these dates →sites #29, #31
Wed Oct 28 – Fri Oct 302 nightsbook these dates →sites #16
Fri Oct 30 – Mon Nov 23 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #22
Sun Nov 1 – Wed Nov 43 nightsbook these dates →sites #16, #18, #7
Tue Nov 3 – Thu Nov 52 nightsbook these dates →sites #23, #3, #43
Sat Nov 7 – Tue Nov 103 nightsbook these dates →sites #32
Sun Nov 8 – Wed Nov 113 nightsbook these dates →sites #13, #35, #5, #7

📷 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 #32 — Empty paved campsite with a grill and picnic table to the ri
Site #32 · Empty paved campsite with a grill and picnic table to the riNPS
Campsite #29 — Empty pave campsite with a picnic table and grill surrounded
Site #29 · Empty pave campsite with a picnic table and grill surroundedNPS
Campsite #31 — Paved site surrounded by trees and leaves with a picnic tabl
Site #31 · Paved site surrounded by trees and leaves with a picnic tablNPS
Campsite #16 — Campsite 16 is the only campsite that partially meets requir
Site #16 · Campsite 16 is the only campsite that partially meets requirNPS Photo
Campsite #22 — Camper with pop out side on a paved campsite sitting next to
Site #22 · Camper with pop out side on a paved campsite sitting next toNPS
Campsite #18 — Trailer with pop out sides and a full size truck on a paved
Site #18 · Trailer with pop out sides and a full size truck on a paved NPS

🔭 Planning further ahead?

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

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $34/nightStandard Electric🎒 car camping🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.4★★★★☆1,398 ratings
5★846
4★345
3★125
2★56
1★26
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon3.2/4
T-Mobile2.9/4
AT&T2.7/4
Sprint retired2.9/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Gulpha Gorge Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Gulpha Gorge Campground?

Gulpha Gorge Campground 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 Gulpha Gorge Campground?

Campsite fees at Gulpha Gorge Campground run about $34/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Gulpha Gorge Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Gulpha Gorge Campground 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.

Is Gulpha Gorge Campground a good campground?

Gulpha Gorge Campground holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 1,398 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Gulpha Gorge Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Gulpha Gorge Campground, Verizon rates highest at 3.2 out of 5 from 465 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Gulpha Gorge Campground located?

Gulpha Gorge Campground is located in Ouachita National Forest, Arkansas. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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