Within Ouachita National Forest, Rocky Shoals operates as a day-use area rather than an overnight campground, open from 6am to 10pm. The site features four picnic spots along the river, each equipped with tables, grills, and lantern poles. Visitors access the water via boat launch facilities directly from the recreation area.
Located just off the highway, the facility includes vault toilets and provides a convenient stopping point for river travelers. Nearby Ouachita River Haven offers overnight camping for those needing to stay in the area.
Description
River access on Ouachita River.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRocky Shoals is located in Arkansas near Pencil Bluff
Directions
Take U.S. 270 northwest from Mt. Ida, AR for 6 miles; turn right (north) just before crossing the Ouachita River Bridge (east side of river).
Coordinates
34.61200049 N
93.69700067 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 50 min from Hot Springs, AR
- 1 hr 30 min from Fort Smith, AR
- 1 hr 35 min from Little Rock, AR
- 2 hrs 7 min from Texarkana, TX








