Tompkins Bend
Crystal Springs, Arkansas · 617 ft · In Lake Ouachita
Photos: USACE Lake Ouachita
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 617 ft (188 m)617 ft188 m
Loops4
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 3 staff entries left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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Overview
Tompkins Bend on Lake Ouachita, is a great family camping destination. The combination of lush mountain scenery and roomy sites big enough for two camping units, make this quiet location an ideal place for an outdoor getaway.
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Cell service
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- AT&T4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Tompkins Bend: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny, 11% chance of rain91°72°
- WedChance Showers And Thunderstorms, 28% chance of rain90°65°
- ThuSunny90°57°
- FriMostly Sunny, 5% chance of rain72°42°
- SatSunny69°40°
Nearby camping
SeeSee all on the mapTompkins Bend Day-Use
Public Land · 340 ft · Crystal Springs
Joplin
Public Land · 1.6 mi · Crystal Springs
Denby Point
Public Land · 2.0 mi · Mount Ida
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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