Openings · last 7 days
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Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 3 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10169450
When Charlton Recreation Area reopens
Charlton Recreation Area's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
41
Openings · last 90 days
87
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dTuesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 23 of 87 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Tuesday (26.4%), with Thursday (15) and Wednesday (14) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 05:00 and 06:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 42 of 87 detected openings (48.3%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Central Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 4 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 2–10.5 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| Charlton 5 | 14 | 16.1% |
| Charlton 2 | 12 | 13.8% |
| Charlton 21 | 9 | 10.3% |
| Charlton 12 | 8 | 9.2% |
| Charlton 3 | 5 | 5.7% |
Site Charlton 5 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 14. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 3, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 48 monitored sites
Of the 1,318 tracked site-nights (Nov 3, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 72 closed · 118 unavailable (cause unspecified) · 1,128 not yet released. Of the facility's 48 monitored sites, 47 can be reserved online and 1 are first-come, first-served.
No online availability right now
Of the 1,318 tracked site-nights (Nov 3, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 72 closed · 118 unavailable (cause unspecified) · 1,128 not yet released. A free alert tells you if any date opens online.
Load status
Nov 3, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 1,318
Of the 1,318 tracked site-nights (Nov 3, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 72 closed · 118 unavailable (cause unspecified) · 1,128 not yet released.
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights are a mix of reserved, closed, unreleased and non-reservable dates.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 47 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
About Charlton Recreation Area
Overview
Charlton Campground is located 17-miles west of Hot Springs National Park along Highway 270-West. This historic campground constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930's has been upgraded with modern amenities. Known as one of the coldest swimming sites in the State of Arkansas, the cool water temperatures can be enjoyed through-out the summer months.
Recreation
Charlton Recreation Area offers a developed day use with swimming and picnicking facilities. A large pavilion is located in the day use area. The swimming area is known by area residents as being some of the coldest water through-out the summer months. Walnut Creek, a spring-fed stream provides refreshing water in the swim site. Hiking trails are located in and around the campground. An amphitheater is located in the day use area for group gatherings. Campsites are available from a basic campsite to more developed with additional amenities, to include 30-50 amp electrical service, water connections and some sites offering sewer connections. A dump station is located at the campground. Walnut Creek runs through the campground and access is available for wading and fishing in the creek.
Facilities
A-Loop campsites do not offer electric or water services available at the campsites. There is no bathhouse/restroom facilities in A-Loop. Campsites in A-Loop are basic campsites with each campsite having a fire ring, BBQ grill and picnic table. Community water spigots are available through-out the A-Loop. A-Loop Group Use Campsite does not have electric or water services available at the Group Use Campsite. B-Loop RV/Tent campsites offer 30-50 amp electrical service and water connections at the sites. C-Loop campsites, 1-10, offer 30-amp electrical service, water connections and some sites offering sewer connections. C-Loop campsites 11-19 and C-Loop Group Use Campsite do not have electric or water services available at the sites. Warm water showers and flush toilets. Paved roadways and campsites with gravel tent pads for setting up tents. Two Group Use Sites offering areas for large groups to set up tents, tents are only allowed at the Group Use Sites. Swimming and picnicking in the Charlton Day Use Area is included as part of the campsite fees. Two trail systems, one 1 mile interpretative trail system and a connector trail to the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) lead out from the Charlton Day Use Area.
Natural Features
Located in the valley between two tree covered mountains, the campsites through-out the campground are well shaded. The campground constructed along Walnut Creek, a natural spring-fed stream, temperatures are cool, even through the summer months.
Nearby Attractions
Lake Ouachita Vista - Hickory Nut Mountain
Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT)
Lake Ouachita
Hot Springs National Park
Historic Hot Springs
Quartz Crystal Mines
48 monitored sites1 FCFS siteRVs up to 80 ft19 with hookups47 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 15
Getting there
From Hot Springs, drive 17 miles west on Albert Pike Road (Hwy 270 West), Charlton Recreation Area is located along Hwy 270.
Charlton Campground, Royal, AR 71968Office: (870) 867-2101 Cell: (501) 693-8923
AmphitheaterBikingCampingCrawfishingDay Use AreaFishingPhotographyPicnickingSwimmingSwimming SiteWater Access
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
03 · Field Photos · roll CS-10169450 · facility
Photo gallery
Roll CS-10169450 · Charlton Recreation Area · Royal AR10 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Charlton Recreation Area?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 1,318 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at Charlton Recreation Area. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Campsite Sniper has also detected 87 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Charlton Recreation Area?
Campsite Sniper detected 3 site-date openings at Charlton Recreation Area in the last 7 days, 41 over 30 days and 87 over the last 90.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Charlton Recreation Area?
Tuesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 23 of 87 (26.4%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Which sites at Charlton Recreation Area fit a 35-foot RV?
41 of the 47 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 80 ft. 45 of those 47 sites have a recorded maximum length and 2 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Charlton Recreation Area?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 4 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 2-10.5 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
Does Charlton Recreation Area have online availability right now?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot, none of the 1,318 tracked site-nights are open for online reservation. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. A free Campsite Sniper alert tells you if any date opens online.
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