Tucker Hollow Park

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Tucker Hollow Park

About this campsite

Overview

Tucker Hollow, a small 28-campsite park, sits near the upper part of Bull Shoals Lake. There's something for everyone at the region's most popular lake, whether it's a day basking in the sun, jet skiing, fishing or canoeing.

Recreation

Bull Shoals Lake beckons water sports lovers, birders, naturalists and those who simply want an escape from the city. Hiking and in-season hunting are popular land activities here.

Facilities

The campsites have electric hookups, and all sites offer 50 amp service. Two picnic shelters are available, but these do not have electricity. Families will enjoy the swimming beach and the playground.

Natural Features

Bull Shoals Lake is located on the northern edge of central Arkansas. Built in 1951 for flood control, the lake spans 71,000 acres and extends for 80 miles. It's fed by the White River, which flows through the Arkansas Ozarks.

Nearby Attractions

The Bull Shoals-White River State Park has two highly recommended hiking trails to explore. The Big Bluff Trail offers views of the White River below Bull Shoals Dam, and the Lakeside Trail meanders along the shores of the lake.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

Location

TUCKER HOLLOW PARK•AR

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Weather Forecast

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TUE☁️

32° / 14°

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TODAY☁️

34° / 20°

💧 4%

THU🌦️

28° / 19°

💧 63%

FRI🌦️

24° / 18°

💧 84%

SAT☁️

28° / 14°

💧 39%

Common questions about TUCKER HOLLOW PARK

Is TUCKER HOLLOW PARK free to camp at?

Yes. TUCKER HOLLOW PARK in AR is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. We hold no facilities list for it, so go in self sufficient with your own water and a way to deal with rubbish.

Can you book TUCKER HOLLOW PARK online?

We hold no online booking link for TUCKER HOLLOW PARK, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is TUCKER HOLLOW PARK?

TUCKER HOLLOW PARK sits in AR. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Nearby Campsites

within 50km

7.6 km away

LEAD HILL

Overview Lead Hill Campground is a splendid, sizable campground with plenty of waterfront sites along the shores of Bull Shoals Lake. The lake, renowned as a haven for water sports enthusiasts, boasts nearly 1,000 miles of shoreline along the Arkansas and Missouri border. Recreation Year-round fishing tournaments keep fishermen active as they seek out 12-pound bass. The lake also attracts birders, naturalists, hikers, scuba divers and those who come for all types of motorboat sports. Facilities Most of the 75 campsites have canopies over picnic tables for cooling shade, and each one is equipped with electric hookups. The campground also has two group campsites, a playground, designated swim area and a marina. Natural Features Lead Hill is on the Arkansas side of Bull Shoals, which stretches across the border of Arkansas and Missouri. Bull Shoals Lake, formed by a dam built in 1951, stems from the White River in the Ozark Mountains, and eventually flows into the Mississippi. Nearby Attractions Cruise around the lake to see the many public parks operated by the Army Corps of Engineers. These parks cover additional swim areas, 11 marinas and several hundred miles of undeveloped land and coves. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

18.5 km away

BEAVER CREEK (MO)

Overview Escape from the hustle and bustle of city-life at Beaver Creek, a small, quiet campground tucked between a forested area and the lower shores of Bull Shoals Lake. The lake, in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, attracts visitors year-round as each season unfolds a new panorama. Recreation Hiking, birding, all types of water sports, and in-season hunting are featured attractions. Spring and fall are the best seasons for fishing, but spotted bass, crappie and similar fish can be sought throughout the year. Facilities Beaver Creek hosts 33 campsites with electrical hookups and hot showers. A group shelter, playground and marina are also on-site. Natural Features The campground is in south-central Missouri along the Beaver Creek arm of Bull Shoals Lake. Sturdy, green hardwoods and cedar glades encompass the rocky bluffs and unique rock formations of the mountains. Nearby Attractions Visit the Jones Point State Wildlife Management Area for promising wildlife spotting and birding. The lively tourist town of Branson is just 30 minutes away. Here, visitors can shop, dine and find live music. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

19.0 km away

BUCK CREEK (MO)

Overview Relax in the shaded campsites at Buck Creek, on the Arkansas side of the massive Bull Shoals Lake. Here, there's plenty of opportunities for water sports, hiking and picnicking. The Peel Ferry, the last remaining state-operated ferry in Arkansas, leaves from Buck Creek. It connects Highway 125 from Arkansas to Missouri for convenient access to the lowers stretches of the lake. Recreation Bull Shoals Lake has great appeal to jet skiers, water skiers, fishermen, birders, hikers and those who just want to "get away from it all." Fall foliage in the area attracts lots of visitors for an annual celebration called the Flaming Fall Revue. Facilities All but two of the 38 sites have electric hookups. The campground caters to kids with a playground and swimming area, and campers with boats can make use of the launch ramp. Natural Features Bull Shoals Lake, spanning upwards of 71,000 acres, is fed from the White River. The river flows from northwest Arkansas to south-central Missouri, and then loops back into central Arkansas where it eventually flows into the Mississippi River. The lake is lined with hardwoods and cedar. Nearby Attractions Visit the Bull Shoals-White River State Park and explore its two hiking trails. The Big Bluff Trail presents views of the White River below Bull Shoals Dam, and the Lakeside Trail meanders along the shores of the lake. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

21.0 km away

HIGHWAY 125 PARK BULL SHOALS

Overview Enjoy the beautiful scenery overlooking Bull Shoals Lake, known in the area as a water sports paradise. The park is a departure point for the Peel Ferry, which connects Highway 125 from Arkansas to Missouri. Peel Ferry is Arkansas' last remaining free ferry. It runs year-round and saves drivers a 50-mile journey around the lake. Recreation The surplus of water activities keep visitors entertained for many days of vacation. Hiking and birding are also rewarding pastimes here. Facilities The 39 campsites are equipped with electric hookups, drinking water and showers. The site has a designated swimming area and marina. Groups of up to 50 can reserve the group picnic shelter, which is beside the playground. Natural Features Blue Shoals Lake spans more than 71,000 acres across the northern edge of Arkansas and the southern edge of Missouri. The lake was created in 1951 with the completion of the massive concrete dam, Blue Shoals Dam. The lake is surrounded by dense forest along the rolling foothills of the Arkansas Ozarks. Nearby Attractions Visit the Bull Shoals-White River State Park and explore its two hiking trails: the Big Bluff Trail and the Lakeside Trail. Consider a ferry ride to explore scenic drives on the Missouri side of the lake. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

24.2 km away

River Run Park

Overview River Run Park is conveniently located just below Powersite Dam allowing quick lake access for fishing or recreational watersports. Recreation Hiking, birding, all types of water sports, and in-season hunting are featured attractions. Spring and fall are the best seasons for fishing, but spotted bass, crappie and similar fish can be sought throughout the year. Facilities River Run park contains 32 campsites with electric and water hookups. Flush toilets, showers, and a playground are also available. Natural Features The campground in in south-central Missouri just below the Powersite Dam on Bull Shoals Lake. Nearby, sturdy, green hardwoods and cedar glades encompass the rocky bluffs and unique rock formations of the mountains. Nearby Attractions Visit the Jones Point State Wildlife Management Area for promising wildlife spotting and birding. The lively tourist town of Branson is just minutes away. Here, visitors can shop, dine and find live music. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (870) 425-2700. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.