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Big Coon Creek Campground

Gillham Lake, Arkansas

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As of October 2026, Big Coon Creek Campground is a campground in Arkansas with 32 campsites. Big Coon Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Big Coon Creek Campground is located at 34.2222° N, 94.2439° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Big Coon Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (17 sites)Oct 2 (17 sites)

17 sites open on Oct 1 at Big Coon Creek Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 05:39 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Big Coon Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Big Coon Creek Campground

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Standard 32
Hookups 32

What an RV fits

30–34 ft2 sites
35–39 ft1 site
40–44 ft3 sites
45–49 ft6 sites
50–54 ft10 sites
55–59 ft4 sites
60–64 ft2 sites
70–74 ft2 sites
75–79 ft2 sites

Amenities

showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, photography.

All sites at Big Coon Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the BIG COON CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
01	Standard	8	77 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer
02	Standard	8	75 ft	Electric, Water
03	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
04	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water
05	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
06	Standard	8	49 ft	Electric, Water
07	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric, Water
08	Standard	8	72 ft	Electric, Water
09	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water
10	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
11	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
12	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
13	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water
14	Standard	8	32 ft	Electric, Water
15	Standard	8	36 ft	Electric, Water
16	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
17	Standard	8	52 ft	Electric, Water
18	Standard	8	48 ft	Electric, Water
19	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
20	Standard	8	52 ft	Electric, Water
21	Standard	8	52 ft	Electric, Water
22	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
23	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
24	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water
25	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water
26	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water
27	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water
28	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water
29	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water
30	Standard	8	32 ft	Electric, Water
31	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
32	Standard	8	42 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer

About Big Coon Creek Campground

Overview

Big Coon Creek 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.

Recreation

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, saugeye, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly fishing is also a popular pastime.

Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations.

Facilities

Coon Creek provides 32 sites, each with water and 50-amp electric hookups. Additional amenities include hot showers, a boat ramp, swimming beach, dump station and a playground.

Natural Features

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.

Rules and notices at Big Coon Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Big Coon Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Check in with Gate House upon arrival and before you set up on site.

A maximum of 2 Tents and 8 Occupants per site.

Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. thru 6 a.m.

Check out time is by 5 p.m.

No ATV/UTV's Allowed

This Area has the possiblity of flooding throughout the year. You may want to check lake levels before traveling.

Beware of sudden changes in water level below dam; if warning horn sounds twice, water will rise, if it sounds once, water will lower.

Please wear a life jacket when participating in water recreation.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Bring extra water hose and electric cords to allow for longer distances from campsite.

STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.

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Big Coon Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Big Coon Creek Campground?

Big Coon Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 32 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Big Coon Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Big Coon Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Big Coon Creek Campground have?

Big Coon Creek Campground has 32 campsites.

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