Cranfield Park
Cranfield Park is surrounded by the clear waters of Norfork Lake. It's the closest campground to the city of Mountain Home and offers plenty of pleasing views of the lake from its well-shaded river island sites. Norfork Lake boasts plenty of secluded coves for water sports and breezy, open stretches for sailing. Including Cranfield, there are 19 developed U.S. Army Corps of Engineers parks lining the lake for plenty of water sport opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 66 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
71 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Pull-through | 33 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Full | 50 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 | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 68, 69, CF 1, CF-2 are listed accessible |
A marina and boat ramp are on hand for easy access to water sports. The 69 campsites have electric hookups, two playgrounds and an amphitheater, among other modern conveniences. Two day-use group shelters are available for reservation.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Mountain Home, AR, travel 5 miles east on US 412/62, turn left onto Cranfield Road (CR 34) for 3 miles to the park entrance. Follow signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | Mountain Home, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 36.4047° N, 92.3208° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV ↗ | 10.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Norfork Adventure Supply ↗ | 13.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 31.5 mi |
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On the National Register nearby
- Case–Shiras–Dearmore HouseBuilding · Mountain Home · 5.8 mi
- Baxter County CourthouseBuilding · Mountain Home · 6 mi
- Mountain Home Cemetery, Historic SectionSite · Mountain Home · 6.3 mi
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.75-mile nature trail is accessible from the campground. 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
The Robinson Point National Recreation Trail is a beautiful hike especially during the fall months, for views of the Ozark Mountains' changing colors through the seasons. Drive just over five miles to visit the town of Mountain Home, considered one of the best places to live for sportsmen.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Cranfield Park?
Sites at Cranfield 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 Cranfield Park?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Cranfield Park have?
71 sites, including 66 standard sites with power, 3 tent-only sites, and 2 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Cranfield Park?
The longest site here provides 60 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 Cranfield Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Cranfield Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cranfield Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Cranfield Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Cranfield Park?
Sites 68, 69, CF 1, and CF-2 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Cranfield Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Cranfield 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 is the nearest town to Cranfield Park?
Mountain Home, Arkansas. The Robinson Point National Recreation Trail is a beautiful hike especially during the fall months, for views of the Ozark Mountains' changing colors through the seasons.
Source: Getting there
What if Cranfield Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Panther Bay Park (4.6 mi), Bidwell Point Park (4.8 mi), and Henderson Park (5.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby