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Cossatot Reefs Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in southwest Arkansas.
Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.
Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly fishing is also a popular pastime.
A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood blossoms.
Cossatot Reefs offers 31 shady campsites, including a large group shelter. Hot showers, drinking water and flush toilets help create a comfortable camping experience.
Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.
From De Queen, Arkansas, head north on US-59/US-71. Continue for nearly 10 miles and turn Right at Gillham EZ-Mart. Turn right on Tower Road; go 1.3 miles turn left onto Gillham Lake road; go 4.3 miles turn right and follow signs into the campground.
Army Corp Site, well maintained, no cell service for ATT customers, but I am okay. I love the drive clean air, nice trails, never floods. Love the staff, restrooms are cleaned like clockwork every day.
What a gem!
We camped here the 2nd week in October, so not crowded at all. But even if it was full, it would still be awesome!
Remodeled by talented landscape architect!
The river is wonderful!
Ok, enough exclamation!!!
It's ok. Water low and nasty. Views are ok, but keep out of the water it's dirty. Fishing is terrible. Best just go buy some fish. Good for rving and picnics. Not recommended 😕
This is our favorite place to camp. It is right on the river and the view is stunning and serene. There is a nice playground and the kids love coming here.
