Panther Bay Park
Panther Bay is conveniently located between the Highway 62 and 101 bridges allowing quick and easy access to several hiking trails, marinas, and boat ramps.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 14 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 68 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Fits, ft | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Electric | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 9 | Electric | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 10 | Electric | 50 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 11 | Electric | 64 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 12 | Electric | 40 | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 13 | Electric | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 14 | Electric | 48 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 15 | Electric | 55 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 16 | Electric | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 17 | Electric | 48 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 03:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 68 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers 15 campsites, all with electric hookups and water available for filling holding tanks. Panther Bay Marina and several boat ramps are located nearby to provide easy access to the recreational activities that Norfork Lake has to offer.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Mountain Home, AR, travel approximately 10 miles east on US 412/62. The entrance to the campground will be on the left just before you cross the 62 bridge. Follow signs into campground.
| Coordinates | 36.3705° N, 92.2506° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Norfork Adventure Supply ↗ | 11.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 12.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 28.3 mi |
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Norfork Lake Panther Bay Marina and Campground, Mountain Home, Arkansas
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Natural features
Norfork Lake covers 22,000 acres with 550 miles of shoreline. Densely wooded hills and hollows surround the lake in the Ozark Mountains. The North Fork River feeds into the lake, and beyond the dam, extends on to connect with the White River.
Recreation
Hiking trails in the area lead nature observers and photographers to picturesque overlooks of the Ozarks. A wide array of fresh water game fish are found in the lake, which is fed by the North Fork River and its tributaries. Bass, walleye, crappie, bream and catfish all make their home here.
Nearby
Hike the Robinson Point National Recreation Trail for wonderful views of the Ozarks. Just south of the lake, The Ozark National Forest spans 1.2 million acres.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Panther Bay Park?
Sites at Panther Bay Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Panther Bay Park?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 03:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Panther Bay Park have?
16 sites, including 14 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Panther Bay Park?
The longest site here provides 68 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Panther Bay Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Panther Bay Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Panther Bay Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Panther Bay Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Panther Bay Park?
Sites 8, 9, 10, and 11 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 16 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Panther Bay Park?
Hiking trails in the area lead nature observers and photographers to picturesque overlooks of the Ozarks. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Panther Bay Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Henderson Park (1.1 mi), Bidwell Point Park (1.3 mi), and Robinson Point (1.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby