Quiet waters and forested sites define this 24-site Army Corps campground on Millwood Lake. The paved access road descends into the camping area, where several sites sit directly on the water with lake views. Campers can choose from sites with electric and water hookups or basic sites without utilities.
The campground maintains a low-key atmosphere that appeals to those seeking less crowded conditions. Kelli R. notes the "large spaces" work well for bigger RVs, while site 11 provides shade right next to the water. Multiple bird watching decks extend along the shoreline, and a playground sits near the waterfront sites.
Clean bathhouses with flush toilets and showers serve the camping area, along with a boat launch for direct lake access. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and pedestal grill. A camp host stays on-site during the March through October season. For additional options, campers can explore campgrounds near Millwood Recreation Area.
Reservations through Recreation.gov are required, with rates ranging from $12-15 depending on hookups. The 14-day stay limit gives campers time to fully explore the lake's fishing opportunities.
Description
Overview
Beard's Bluff is located 13 miles east of Ashdown on State Highway 32. It is a bird watcher's paradise with a birding overlook and access to the best sunset viewing on the lake.
Recreation
The campground offers open water access to the lake and Little River. The area is made navigable by boat lanes which mark the river and other designated waterways through the lake. Outside of these channels is submerged timber and aquatic vegetation that appeal to anglers and duck hunters alike. Millwood Lake is home to over 300 species of birds including the American Bald Eagle and Great White Pelicans, many of which can be found in the Beard's Bluff area.
Facilities
The campground contains lake side campsites as well as those not located directly on the lake but with a lake view. Flush toilets, showers, and potable water are located throughout the campground. The facility also offers one centrally located sewage dump station. Campsites are equipped with picnic tables, grills, fire rings, 30/50 amp electricity, water hydrants, and lantern poles.
Natural Features
The campground is located directly on Millwood Lake with lake views from most of the campsites. Bluffs overlook the lake and the area is surrounded by a variety of dense forest.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby towns include Nashville, AR, Ashdown, AR, and Texarkana, TX.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundBeard's Bluff Park (AR) is located in Arkansas
Directions
Beard's Bluff Park is located 13 miles east of Ashdown on State Highway 32. When driving from Ashdown, cross Millwood Dam and take the second left.
Address
1050 HWY 32 WEST
Saratoga, AR 71859
Coordinates
33.7058528 N
93.93535 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 3/27/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/27/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 32 min from Texarkana, TX
- 1 hr 33 min from Shreveport, LA
- 1 hr 42 min from Hot Springs, AR
- 1 hr 59 min from Longview, TX
