EUREKA SPRINGS LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Primitive Quiet: Meadow Campsite 14 on Lake Leatherwood
A practical guide to Meadow Campsite 14 (M14) at Lake Leatherwood — the primitive platform site with basic amenities, on‑leash pet access, and no utility hookups.
Primitive Quiet: Meadow Campsite 14 on Lake Leatherwood.
Meadow Campsite 14 (M14) sits within the Lake Leatherwood system managed by Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation, offering a back‑to‑basics camping experience on raised tent platforms with picnic tables and fire rings set against a peaceful, lakeside landscape.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Primitive lakeside platform camp
M14 is a primitive campsite with a raised tent platform that keeps your shelter off the ground while you camp near Lake Leatherwood, providing a simple, low‑impact base for evenings by the fire.
Cooking and bathing made simple
Each site includes a picnic table and a fire ring with a grill for outdoor cooking; nearby accessible restrooms and a bathhouse serve campers, though the site itself has no electrical, water, or waste hookups.
Pet‑friendly, short‑stay rules
Domestic pets are welcome on leash at M14, and the park offers a military discount (code 002) with proof of service required at check‑in — for stays longer than seven nights, campers are asked to call the park in advance.
What the day feels like
What camping at M14 feels like
Expect a straightforward, nature‑forward stay: set up on a raised platform, cook over a fire ring, and use the shared bathhouse and accessible restrooms nearby; the site lacks utility hookups, so the rhythm of the visit is governed by simple facilities and self‑sufficiency.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this campsite suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sites are primitive: bring your own tent (or use the raised platform), cooking gear for the fire ring, and containers for water — there is no water hookup at the site though spigots are available by the bathhouse and parking area.
There are no electrical, water, or waste hookups at M14; accessible restrooms and a bathhouse are available nearby.
For stays longer than seven nights call the park office in advance; standard check‑in is 3:00pm and check‑out is 2:00pm.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Are pets allowed at Meadow Campsite 14?
Yes — domestic pets are welcome but must be kept on‑leash.
Does the site have electrical, water, or waste hookups?
No — there are no electrical, water, or waste hookups at the site.
Is there potable water at the campsite?
No water is available at the site itself; water spigots are available by the bathhouse and the parking area.
What are check‑in and check‑out times?
Check‑in is at 3:00pm and check‑out is at 2:00pm.
Is there a military discount?
Yes — a military discount is available; enter code 002 when booking and provide proof of service at check‑in or the discount will be removed.
Who should I contact for stays longer than seven nights?
Please call Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation at 479-253-7921 for reservations or arrangements for stays longer than seven nights.