Bidwell Point Park
Bidwell Point is tucked below towering oak and pines on the shores of Norfork Lake. Lay on the beach or take the boat out for water skiing on the easily accessible waters of Norfork Lake.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 48 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
49 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | 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 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Campers can reserve one of the waterfront sites for continuous, clear views of the lake. The family-friendly campground maintains a large swim beach and a playground. The sites have electric hookups, as does the group shelter. The group picnic shelter can fit up to 200 guests for any large occasion.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Mountain Home, AR, travel 9 miles east on US 412/62, then 2 miles north on SR 101. Cross the lake on 101 bridge and take the 1st access road to the right. Follow signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Gamaliel, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 36.3861° N, 92.2375° 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 ↗ | 12.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 13.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.3 mi |
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Natural features
The forest-topped Ozarks are actually a heavily eroded plateau, shaped and carved by hundreds of streams over several thousand years. Norfork Lake is sourced by the North Fork River in northern Arkansas, which winds through the rugged Ozarks before filling up 22,000 acres of Norfork Lake.
Recreation
Lake Norfork is home to one of the best striped bass fisheries in Arkansas. Black bass fishing is at its best from September through May, and an increasingly popular sport is night fishing with lights for crappie and White bass.
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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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bidwell Point Park?
Sites at Bidwell Point 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 Bidwell Point Park?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bidwell Point Park have?
49 sites, including 48 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bidwell Point Park?
The longest site here provides 70 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 Bidwell Point Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bidwell Point Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bidwell Point Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bidwell Point Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Bidwell Point Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Bidwell Point Park?
Lake Norfork is home to one of the best striped bass fisheries in Arkansas. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bidwell Point Park?
Gamaliel, Arkansas. Hike the Robinson Point National Recreation Trail for wonderful views of the Ozarks.
Source: Getting there
What if Bidwell Point Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Henderson Park (0.7 mi), Panther Bay Park (1.3 mi), and Robinson Point (2.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby