Cowhide Cove
Cowhide Cove Campground is located on Lake Greeson on the beautiful Little Missouri River in Pike County, Arkansas. The lake is approximately 12 miles long with 7,260 surface acres of water for water sports, picnicking and hiking along the forested lake shore.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 47 |
| tent only electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 54 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 | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | Electric | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 43 | Electric | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 44 | Electric | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 45 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 46 | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 47 | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 48 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 49 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 50 | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Full | 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 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 54 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Site 37 is listed accessible |
Cowhide Cove Campground offers 50 campsites, including 48 sites with electric hookups and two tent-only sites without electric hookups. The campsites have picnic tables, ground grills, pedestal grills and lantern poles. Other amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp, playground and swim beach.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Hot Springs, Arkansas, take Highway 70 west for 41 miles to Kirby. Continue onto Route 27 south for 5 miles to Cowhide Cove Access Road. Turn right on the access road and drive 2 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Murfreesboro, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.1744° N, 93.6686° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Razorback Camper Sales, Inc. ↗ | 38.8 mi |
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Camping at CowHide Cove Campground, Lake Greeson, Murfreesboro Arkansas Campsite 24
Worth a stop
Ouachita National Forest and Hot Springs National Park are within a two-hour drive from the campground. Crater of Diamonds State Park is within 30 miles of the campground. It is the only diamond-producing site in the world open to the public.
- 2.9 miSwaha Lodge And Marina ↗Boat launch
- 6.8 miSelf Creek Lodge And Marina ↗Boat launch
Public land it sits in
Ouachita National Forest begins about 2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2 miOuachita National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,724,422 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Self Creek BridgeStructure · Daisy · 6.6 mi
- Conway HotelBuilding · Murfreesboro · 7.7 mi
- Murfreesboro Cities Service StationBuilding · Murfreesboro · 7.8 mi
Natural features
Central Arkansas is mild and somewhat humid in spring and fall, hot and very humid in summer and variable in winter, where temperatures may range from below freezing to the 60s. Loblolly pine, shortleaf pine, sweet gum and oak are the dominant tree species on upland areas of the lake, while bottomland hardwoods are common along rivers, creeks and streams that enter the lake. The public lands around Lake Greeson provide a variety of habitats for numerous species of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, wild turkey, geese, southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl and songbirds. Bald eagles are an attraction for visitors each winter.
Recreation
Lake Greeson is recognized for its rich variety of game fish, including large mouth, stripped, spotted, small mouth and white bass, as well as flathead and channel catfish, black and white crappie, walleye and blue gill. The tail-waters of the Little Missouri River below the dam also support a healthy population of rainbow trout and small mouth bass. Boating is another popular activity. The beautiful clear waters offer an excellent opportunity for many boating activities including water skiing, tubing, cruising and fishing. Four marinas at Lake Greeson offer boaters fuel, boat rentals and picnic and fishing supplies. Lake Greeson offers 30 miles of walking, nature and cycling trails for public use. There is a short nature trail in the campground for naturalists, birders and families to enjoy. The best opportunity for hunting lies within the Lake Greeson Wildlife Management Area. Deer, quail, turkey, squirrel and rabbits are the primary game.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Cowhide Cove?
Sites at Cowhide Cove are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Cowhide Cove?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Cowhide Cove have?
50 sites, including 47 standard sites with power and 2 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Cowhide Cove?
The longest site here provides 54 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 Cowhide Cove have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Cowhide Cove?
Other amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp, playground and swim beach.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Cowhide Cove?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cowhide Cove. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Cowhide Cove?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Cowhide Cove?
Site 37 is 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 Cowhide Cove?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 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 Cowhide Cove?
Lake Greeson is recognized for its rich variety of game fish, including large mouth, stripped, spotted, small mouth and white bass, as well as flathead and channel catfish, black and white crappie, walleye and blue gill. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Cowhide Cove?
Murfreesboro, Arkansas. Ouachita National Forest and Hot Springs National Park are within a two-hour drive from the campground.
Source: Getting there