Cossatot Reefs
COSSATOT REEFS
Part of Gillham Lake
Overview
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.
Facilities
Cossatot Reefs offers 31 shady campsites, including a large group shelter. Hot showers, drinking water and flush toilets help create a comfortable camping experience.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.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, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river.
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.
Important Notices
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 campsites.
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.
Available Activities
- WATER SPORTS - Water Skiing
- HUNTING - Hunting
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Boating
Directions
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.
Contact Information
Phone: 870-386-7261
244 Reefs Park RoadGILLHAM, AR 71841
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 11, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 20, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 01, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 30, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 25, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 14, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 13, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 03, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 16, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 15, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 05, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 18, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site GS1, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 23, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 12, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 22, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 06, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 29, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Walk To
- Site 04, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 24, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 02, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 09, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 26, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 10, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 27, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Walk To
- Site 07, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 19, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 28, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 21, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 17, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
- Site 08, Loop COSSATOT REEFS , Type Standard Electric
