Reservations are available at Russellville Campground inside Lake Dardanelle State Park, and given the campground's full hookup setup, RV travelers tend to claim spots quickly. Sites include electric, water, and sewer connections, plus a dump station on site. The town of Russellville sits close enough that resupply runs are straightforward, and the park's visitor center doubles as a practical orientation stop, with aquarium displays and staff who can point campers toward the area's recreation options.
Sites across the campground are consistently described as level and well-maintained, with most offering reasonable shade. The "D" loop sits close to the lake, though reviewers note that the hookup placements in that section are in somewhat awkward positions at each site. Waterfront spots fill first. As Mandi R. puts it, "although we were not able to get a prime waterfront site, we are still pleased," which reflects the general consensus: the campground holds up even without a front-row water view. From many sites, Mount Nebo is visible in the distance, and the Arkansas Nuclear One plant is also visible across the lake, something several reviewers mention as a noticeable feature of the sightlines here.
The campground has a swim beach, a playground, and a boat ramp set in a wide cove with ample parking. A short loop trail near the visitor center works well for younger kids, though hikers looking for longer routes will find the trail options limited. Tick awareness is worth noting if you venture onto any of the surrounding paths, particularly in summer.
The bathhouse features individual unisex shower rooms. Reviewers consistently rate the facilities as clean, though one notes the lack of a dry shelf inside the shower stalls as a minor inconvenience. Cell signal varies by carrier: Verizon users report usable speeds, while Cricket users see limited coverage. The campground works well for families in larger RVs; campers in smaller rigs should know that some sites, particularly those near the bathhouse, can feel tight when surrounded by full-size rigs. For a different setup nearby, Dardanelle Campground -- Lake Dardanelle State Park offers an alternative within the same park system.
Description
This park is located in two areas on Lake Dardanelle, a 34,300-acre reservoir on the Arkansas River. The main site is in Russellville where you’ll find the Sport Fishing Weigh-in Pavilion, a fishing pier, swimming beach, boardwalk, trail, and visitor center with five aquariums, and the Lakeview Room meeting facility. Park interpreters lead a variety of programs and lake tours. There are 57 campsites in the Russellville area of the park (16 Class AAA, 14 Class AA, and 27 Class B) with 18 Class B sites in the Dardanelle area of the park.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRussellville Campground is located in Arkansas near Russellville
Coordinates
35.293140254522534 N
93.20457444222801 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/15/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/15/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/15/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/15/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 11 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 11 min from Little Rock, AR
- 1 hr 35 min from Fayetteville, AR
- 1 hr 41 min from Hot Springs, AR
