Army Corps of Engineers · Beaver Lake · Garfield, AR

Indian Creek Campground

Indian Creek Campground sits along the vast shores of Beaver Lake in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, offering spacious and sunny campsites with an abundance of recreational activities.

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Site mix

Standard with electric33
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 62 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

33 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresRating
001Back-in56PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
002Back-in35PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
003Back-in35PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
004Back-in49PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
005Pull-through45PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
006Back-in62PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
007Pull-through35PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
008Back-in45PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
009Back-in45PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2YesPreferred
010Back-in30PavedPartial30 ampLakefront8 / 2YesPrime

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 1:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric
Max vehicle length35 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Indian Creek Campground has large campsites with plenty of shade and room for activities, just steps from the lake shore. Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water and flush toilets all make for a comfortable outdoors getaway.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Indian Creek Campground30°40°50°60°70°80°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 34.2°F averageFebruary: 38.3°F averageMarch: 45.9°F averageApril: 55.2°F averageMay: 63.8°F averageJune: 71.7°F averageJuly: 76.7°F averageAugust: 76.0°F averageSeptember: 68.2°F averageOctober: 57.4°F averageNovember: 45.4°F averageDecember: 36.6°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Seligman, 9 miles from the campground at 1,530 feet, station USC00237645 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020.

Getting there

From Eureka Springs, Arkansas, take Highway 62 West and travel 15.3 miles. Turn left on Indian Creek Road and follow to the park.

Nearest townGarfield, Arkansas
Coordinates36.4186° N, 93.8882° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Outdoor gearAdventure Mountain Outfitters ↗8.1 mi
Dump stationDump station ↗11.5 mi
RV sales & serviceMid America RV ↗52.1 mi

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Natural features

Towering limestone bluffs, natural caves and a variety of trees and flowering shrubs surround Indian 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 Indian 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 chilly 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 plentiful game in the hardwood and evergreen forests of northwest Arkansas. While Beaver Lake is conveniently located near several population centers, within a short driving distance, hunters can find remote areas filled with upland game 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.

Guidebooks for Arkansas

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  • The Ozarks: 43 spectacular hikes in Arkansas and Missouri
    Jim Warnock, 2017
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  • Arkansas Nature Lover's Guidebook
    Tim Ernst and Pam Ernst, 2010
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  • Scenic Routes and Byways the Ozarks
    Don Kurz, 2013
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Indian Creek Campground?

Sites at Indian Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Indian Creek Campground?

Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Indian Creek Campground have?

33 sites, including 33 standard sites with power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Indian Creek Campground?

The longest site here provides 35 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 Indian Creek Campground have hookups?

Yes, electric hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Indian Creek Campground?

Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water and flush toilets all make for a comfortable outdoors getaway.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Indian Creek Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Indian Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Indian Creek Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Indian Creek Campground?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Indian Creek Campground?

Fishing opportunities are plentiful near Indian Creek Campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Indian Creek Campground?

Garfield, Arkansas. Several marinas are located around the lake, offering groceries, fuel, boat rentals and storage, fishing guides and camping supplies.

Source: Getting there

What if Indian Creek Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Lost Bridge North (0.6 mi), Lost Bridge South (1.7 mi), and Dam Site Lake Campground (1.8 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby