Campground · AR
COVE LAKE RECREATION AREA
AR · Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
COVE LAKE RECREATION AREA is generally easy to book. Across the 9 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in April (5/10) and eases to its lowest in June (2/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (April), arrivals are lightest on Wednesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 1 electric sites
- 37 RV sites
- 2 accessible sites
- Max RV length 68 ft
Activities: SWIMMING SITE, DAY USE AREA, WILDLIFE VIEWING, WATER SPORTS, HUNTING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BOATING, BIKING, OTHER RECREATION CONCESSION SITE
How much does it cost to camp at Cove Lake Recreation Area?
January 01, 2019 - December 31, 2019 (Peak Season) Picnic Pavilion $35 Day.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.