Big Coon Creek

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.

Operator

Army Corps of Engineers

Camping types

RV

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

870-385-7126

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Big Coon Creek, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• River Corridor TrailHike · 11.9 mi long · 5.8 mi from camp

  A trail maintained by Arkansas State Parks.

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• Sugar Creek MultiuseHike · 17.7 mi from camp

  The Sugar Creek Multi-Use Trail is a network of looping trails that winds over various types of terrain and through a variety of tree types. Recreation.gov

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• Sugar Creek MultiuseHike · 17.7 mi from camp

  The Sugar Creek Multi-Use Trail is a network of looping trails that winds over various types of terrain and through a variety of tree types. Recreation.gov

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• Eagle Rock LoopHike · 26.3 mi long · 17.9 mi from camp

  A trail maintained by US Forest Service.

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Scenic sights

• Devils Hollow FallsWaterfall · 5.7 mi from camp

  A waterfall near River Corridor Trail.

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• Goat's Bluff OverlookViewpoint · 6.3 mi from campShow on map
• Harris Creek OverlookViewpoint · 6.6 mi from campShow on map
• Cossatot FallsWaterfall · 6.8 mi from camp

  A 33-foot waterfall along River Corridor Trail.

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• West Hanna MountainPeak · 2,031 ft · 14.4 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Recreation.gov.

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Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.