Prairie Creek
Prairie Creek Campground sits along the vast shores of Beaver Lake in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, offering spacious and sunny campsites and an abundance of recreational activities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 107 |
| group shelter electric | 3 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 3 |
| tent only electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
114 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Shelter 1 | Day Use | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Paved | Full | No | 25 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| Group Shelter 2 | Day Use | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Paved | Full | No | 25 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| Group Shelter 3 | Day Use | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Paved | Full | No | 25 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| Lakeside Shelter | Day Use | Group Shelter Electric | Back-in | Paved | No | 100 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| Overlook Shelter | Day Use | Group Shelter Electric | Paved | No | 100 / 1 | Yes | Yes | ||||
| Prairie Creek Grand Shelter | Day Use | Group Shelter Electric | No | 300 / – | |||||||
| 001 | PCRE | Electric | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | PCRE | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | PCRE | Electric | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | PCRE | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Full | 30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 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 8:00 AM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 37 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites Group Shelter 1, Group Shelter 2, Group Shelter 3, Lakeside Shelter and 1 more are listed accessible |
Prairie Creek Campground has large campsites with plenty of shade and room for activities, and is steps away from the lake shore. Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water and flush toilets all make for a comfortable camping getaway. A sand volleyball court, five-lane boat ramp and playground make the area perfect for families and other large groups.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Rogers, Arkansas, take Highway 12/Prairie Creek Drive east for just over 3 miles. Turn left onto North Park Road and follow to the campground.
| Nearest town | Rogers, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 36.3547° N, 94.0506° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Gearhead Outfitters, Inc ↗ | 7.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mid America RV ↗ | 53 mi |
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Natural features
Towering limestone bluffs, natural caves and a variety of trees and flowering shrubs surround Prairie Creek Campground, making it an ideal retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. Beaver Lake and Dam, completed in 1966, was constructed in the White River Basin and boasts 449 miles of beautiful shoreline at the top of the conservation pool. Although the dam was originally built for flood control, hydroelectric power and public water supply, it has also created a popular recreational oasis.
Recreation
Fishing opportunities are plentiful near Prairie Creek Campground. Beaver Lake has more than 28,000 surface acres of water, and anglers can try their luck at catching large and small-mouth bass, crappie, bream, white bass, stripers, and channel or spoon-bill catfish. Just below the dam, the cold waters of the upper White River provide a perfect habitat for pole-bending rainbow and record-size German brown trout. Several trails snake throughout the Ozark Mountains, offering peaceful hiking, biking and wildlife viewing opportunities for visitors. Hunters will find game plentiful in northwest Arkansas. A mixture of hardwood and evergreen forest provides a good home to many different species of wildlife. While Beaver Lake is conveniently located near several population centers, within a short driving distance hunters can find remote areas filled with upland game animals such as deer, rabbits and squirrels. Many other sports and activities await campers, including boating, swimming, picnicking, scuba diving, water skiing, spelunking and sightseeing.
Nearby
Several marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, fuel, boat rentals and storage, fishing guides and camping supplies.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Prairie Creek?
Sites at Prairie Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Prairie Creek?
Check-in 8:00 AM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Prairie Creek have?
114 sites, including 107 standard sites with power, 3 group shelter electric, 3 group shelter nonelectric, and 1 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Prairie Creek?
The longest site here provides 37 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 Prairie Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Prairie Creek?
Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water and flush toilets all make for a comfortable camping getaway.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Prairie Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Prairie Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Prairie Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Prairie Creek?
Sites Group Shelter 1, Group Shelter 2, Group Shelter 3, and Lakeside Shelter are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 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
Is there cell service at Prairie Creek?
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 Prairie Creek?
Fishing opportunities are plentiful near Prairie Creek Campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Prairie Creek?
Rogers, Arkansas. Several marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, fuel, boat rentals and storage, fishing guides and camping supplies.
Source: Getting there