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COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground

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About

US Army Corps of Engineers

Lake Ouachita

Overview

Joplin Campground on Lake Ouachita is an excellent destination for pristine lakefront camping. Joplin is perched on a slender peninsula with plenty of attractive scenic views of the water and surrounding mountain terrain. World-class striper fishing goes on in the lake, and wildlife watchers can find everything from bobcats to rare freshwater jellyfish.Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

Recreation

Prized as one of the clearest lakes in the nation, Ouachita Lake is ideal for scuba diving. Visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, scenic driving, water skiing, fishing and hunting, as well.

Facilities

Prized as one of the clearest lakes in the nation, Ouachita Lake is ideal for scuba diving. Visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, scenic driving, water skiing, fishing and hunting, as well.

Natural Features

Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains of Central Arkansas, Lake Ouachita spans a surface area of over 40,000 acres, making it the biggest lake completely within the state of Arkansas. The region has a climate with four seasons. Spring and fall are mild, summer is hot and humid, and winter is variable with temperatures ranging from below freezing on up to the 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

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This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest. Boat rentals, horseback riding rentals and the Hickorynut Mountain Vista are not far from the campground.

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Location

COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground is located in Arkansas

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Hot Springs, Arkansas: Take US 270 west for 23.5 miles to Mountain Harbor Road. Turn right and follow access road three miles north to the park.

Address

303 Campground Rd.
Mt. ida, AR 71957

Coordinates

34.57519 N
93.442639 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

Camping at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground can cost between $16.00 and $18.00 depending on the site.

Does COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground has water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the elevation of COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground is located at 597 feet.

What is the max vehicle length at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

Are fires allowed at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.

How hard is it to get a campsite at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground?

There are 64 campsites at COE Lake Ouachita Joplin Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts