Campground

Cottonshed Park (Ar)

Millwood Lake · MINERAL SPRINGS · Arkansas — managed by US Army Corps of Engineers

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Cottonshed Park (Ar) campground
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Weekend availability at Cottonshed Park (Ar)

Live from Recreation.gov · checked Nov 6, 4:53 AM PT
  • Fri, Nov 6
    Open
    39/44 sites
  • Fri, Nov 13
    Open
    38/44 sites
  • Fri, Nov 20
    Open
    34/44 sites
  • Fri, Nov 27
    Open
    38/44 sites
  • Fri, Dec 4
    Open
    24/24 sites
  • Fri, Dec 11
    Open
    24/24 sites

Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.

How booked is Cottonshed Park (Ar)?

as of November 6

Sites are open right now — we found space out to Jan 2027. That changes fast at a campground. We check Cottonshed Park (Ar) around the clock, so the moment your dates fill up and a cancellation reopens them, you'll be first to know. Weekdays still have room — for now.

Weekends (Saturday night)

Nov 14Open
Dec 12Open
Jan 2Open
Jan 30Open

Weekdays (Wednesday night)

Nov 11Open
Dec 23Open
Jan 27Open

Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.

Campsites & amenities

Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.

Campsites
44
Electric sites
44
Water hookups
44
Max rig length
75 ft
Standard Electric

About this campground

Overview Cottonshed Park is located off the beaten path, eight miles southwest of Mineral Springs and Tollette. It is a quiet, wooded area with access to some of the best fishing on Millwood Lake.Recreation The campground is located on Millwood Lake with direct access to the Saline River. The area is made navigable by boat lanes which mark the river and other man made paths through the lake. Outside of these channels is submerged timber and aquatic vegetation that entice anglers and duck hunters to the area. Millwood Lake is home to over 300 species of birds including the American Bald Eagle and Great White Pelicans, many of which can be found in the Cottonshed area.Facilities The campground contains lake side campsites as well as those not located directly on the lake but with a lake view. Flush toilets, showers, and potable water are located throughout the campground. The facility also offers one centrally located sewage dump station. Campsites are equipped with picnic tables, grills, fire rings, 30/50 amp electricity, water hydrants and lantern poles.Natural Features The campground is located directly on Millwood Lake with lake views from most of the campsites. The surrounding landscape is flat, low land areas with dense timber. Nearby Attractions Old Washington Historic State Park is located 25 miles northeast of the park.

Getting there

Approximately 5 miles south of Mineral Springs on Highway 355, turn right / west onto Bright Star Road travel approximately 3 miles, turn left / south onto Cottonshed Lane. OR North on Hwy 355 approximately 5 miles, turn left / west onto Bright Star Road travel approximately 3 miles, turn left / south onto Cottonshed Lane.

Elevation
273 ft
Contact
870-287-7118

Activities

  • WILDLIFE VIEWING
  • FISHING
  • CAMPING
  • BOATING

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