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Cooney

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This peaceful park makes great camping near Little Rock and is located on Lake Catherine, one of five lakes in the beautiful Ouachita Mountain region. The only full-service marina on the lake is here at the park and open in the summertime for bait, snacks/drinks, and fuel. Boat rentals are available year-round. The park also includes a launch ramp, pavilion, picnic sites, playgrounds, and a well-marked trail that leads to a waterfall.

 The park has 20 fully equipped cabins, including one two-bedroom cabin with a patio overlooking the water and private access to the lake from its own fishing pier.
 There are also many native stone and wood buildings on-site. The history of these structures dates back to the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s.
 The park offers 70 campsites (47 Class AAA and 23 Class B), six primitive tent sites, one Rent-A-Camp, and one Rent-A-Yurt. Many of these sites are on the lakeshore.
 Park interpreters offer hikes, lake tours, and programs year-round. Guided horseback rides are offered seasonally.



Lake Catherine State Park

This recreation area is part of Degray Lake

DeGray Lake Resort State Park

JB's RV Park & Campground

Welcome to Edgewood Cabins
There has never been a better time to enjoy the natural beauty of DeGray Lake State Park.  We have three rental cabins, two are 512 sq ft cabins: one queen bedroom, queen sleeper loft and a full size futon in the living room. They have a full size shower, full size refrigerator, convection/microwave oven, a two top induction burner and a mini-split heat and air. We also offer a larger cabin that is 960 sqft, it has one king bedroom with bathroom and shower, a queen bedroom with handicap friendly bathroom and shower, a full kitchen and spacious front porch. Cabins are supplied with bedding, towels, cookware and dishes. Our cabins are perfect for small family, couple or a friend getaways.

Edgewood Cabins and RV Park

## Overview

Caddo Drive Campground sits along the pristine shores of Degray Lake in the foothills of the Quachita Mountains. The area offers stunning scenery and panoramic views, and Caddo was awarded one of Americas Top 25 Scenic Views.

## Recreation

DeGray Lake hosts thousands of professional fishing tournaments, triathlons and it is one of the most popular swimming destinations in the region. The area is also ideal for boating and jet skiing.

## Facilities

Caddo Drive offers a mix of RV, standard and tent-only campsites, each with electric hookups. Other amenities include flush toilets, heated showers, a boat ramp and swimming beach.   
  
To see USACE DeGray Lake Virtual Tour, [ click here.](http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/usace/degray/index.html)

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on a tree-covered ridge that joins a bluff. Degray Lake encompasses 13,500 water acres, with 207 miles of shoreline and an average depth of 47 feet. 

## Nearby Attractions

The DeGray Lake State Resort Park lies on the northern shores of the lake, and kayaking tours, golf, tennis courts and a horseback riding trail are available.

Caddo Drive

Ozan Point - De Gray Lake

Alpine Ridge - De Gray Lake

## Overview

Willow Beach Campground is located near the David D.Terry Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River.   
  
The wealth of recreational opportunities in the Arkansas River Valley provides visitors with endless fun for the whole family. Outdoor activities such as camping, picnicking, boating and sightseeing are favorite pastimes.

## Recreation

Willow Beach has a boat ramp and offers excellent fishing, especially in the old river cutoffs and the tail-waters of the dam and Murry Lock and Dam upstream. Anglers often catch bass, crappie and bream in the Arkansas River.   
  
Hunting is available in nearby forests, and there is duck hunting on the waterways.   
  
On shore, families enjoy picnicking and using the playground.

## Facilities

Willow Beach Campground offers 21 campsites with electric and water hookups, as well as three reservable group picnic shelters for day use. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp and playground.

## Natural Features

The park is in a forested area along the riverfront, close to the rolling fields of cotton farms. It is 193 feet above sea level; winters are generally mild and summer temperatures reach the upper 90s with high humidity.   
  
Red fox are frequently seen in the park, along with deer and armadillo, and numerous species of waterfowl live in the water and along the shores. 

## Nearby Attractions

Little Rock, the state capital and largest city of Arkansas, is just minutes away, offering groceries, gas, restaurants and tourist attractions.

Willow Beach

Located where the Coastal Plain meets the Mississippi Delta, Cane Creek Campground offers you the opportunity to experience both in one visit. The trail system is a point of pride at the park. Trail run, ride, or backpack through rolling terrain, along the lake, and across three suspension bridges. Paddle or fish Cane Creek Lake. Explore nearby Bayou Bartholomew, the world’s longest bayou. Interpretive programs include guided walking, biking, kayaking, and birding tours. Facilities include 29 campsites (11 Class A and 18 Class B), one Rent-An-RV, picnic sites, a backpacking shelter, pavilions, visitor center with exhibits and gift shop, launch ramp, fishing piers, a bathhouse, and playground. Boat and bicycle rentals are available.

Cane Creek State park

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THE BEST Dispersed CAMPING NEARCooney, Arkansas

Top Cooney Dispersed Campgrounds

Lake Catherine State Park

DeGray Lake Resort State Park

JB's RV Park & Campground

Edgewood Cabins and RV Park

Caddo Drive

Ozan Point - De Gray Lake

Alpine Ridge - De Gray Lake

Willow Beach

Cane Creek State park

Lenox Marcus Recreation Area & Campground

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