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Gulpha Gorge Campground

Hot Springs National Park

🏕️ CampgroundOuachita National ForestArkansas⭐ 4.4 (1420)
Gulpha Gorge Campground
🟢 18 open windows as of Oct 6 — soonest Sat Oct 31–Mon Nov 2
Availability checked 14h 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 2d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 9 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Gulpha Gorge Campground in Arkansas has 18 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Oct 31–Mon Nov 2. 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
Sat Oct 31 – Mon Nov 22 nightsbook these dates →sites #33
Tue Nov 3 – Thu Nov 52 nightsbook these dates →sites #3
Mon Nov 9 – Wed Nov 112 nightsbook these dates →sites #33
Tue Nov 10 – Thu Nov 122 nightsbook these dates →sites #10
Wed Nov 11 – Fri Nov 132 nightsbook these dates →sites #5
Sun Nov 15 – Wed Nov 183 nightsbook these dates →👥 #6 & #7 next to each othersites #6, #7
Sun Nov 15 – Tue Nov 172 nightsbook these dates →sites #8
Wed Nov 18 – Sat Nov 213 nightsbook these dates →sites #28

📷 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 #33 — Truck with a camper behind it on a pave site with a large tr
Site #33 · Truck with a camper behind it on a pave site with a large trNPS
Campsite #3 — A flat driveway with foliage and a picnic bench next to it.
Site #3 · A flat driveway with foliage and a picnic bench next to it.NPS
Campsite #3 — Gulpha Gorge Campsite with fall foliage and campers
Site #3 · Gulpha Gorge Campsite with fall foliage and campersNPS
Campsite #10 — Paved campsite with picnic table and leaves on the ground su
Site #10 · Paved campsite with picnic table and leaves on the ground suNPS
Campsite #5 — Paved RV campsite with grass and trees surrounding
Site #5 · Paved RV campsite with grass and trees surroundingNPS
Campsite #6 — Small RV in paved campsite surrounded by leaves on the groun
Site #6 · Small RV in paved campsite surrounded by leaves on the grounNPS
Campsite #7 — Paved RV site surrounded by fallen leaves and trees
Site #7 · Paved RV site surrounded by fallen leaves and treesNPS
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest charging: 1.1 mi — none of the stations on record within 25 mi is identified as DC fast, so arrive with range to spare.

🔌 ChargePoint1.1 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 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 17 openings at Gulpha Gorge Campground over the last 30 days, on 16 separate days, most of them for stays 13–58 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

💵 $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.

How often do campsites open up at Gulpha Gorge Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 17 openings at Gulpha Gorge Campground over the last 30 days, on 16 separate days, most of them for stays 13–58 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 Gulpha Gorge Campground a good campground?

Gulpha Gorge Campground holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 1,420 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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