## Overview

Download a Shoal Bay park map [HERE](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/10/232704_fb23c8e1-ef27-40ba-85dd-44bc7085511a.pdf)

This shady campground sits on the scenic Shoal Bay arm of Lake Dardanelle, offering an excellent setting for boating, swimming and wildlife viewing.

## Recreation

The lake, a popular spot for anglers, is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish.   
  
The Bridge Rock Trail winds along a rugged slope overlooking the narrows of Shoal Creek, offering excellent hiking opportunities.   
  
Dardanelle's Visitor Center is noteworthy for its "Renaissance of a River" theme. Interpretive exhibits express the progression of river valley from the time of early Native Americans to its present day.

## Facilities

Shoal Bay offers 45 reservable campsites, most of which have electric hookups. Two large picnic shelters are also available. Amenities include a boat ramp, playground and hot showers.

## Natural Features

Dardanelle Lake, sourced by the Arkansas River, spans 40,000 acres and boasts 315 miles of shoreline. The lake sits in the river valley between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests. 

## Nearby Attractions

Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary, with nearly 86 acres of wetlands and low woods, provide an ideal habitat for native wildlife. Visitors can explore the area on the 6 mile trail system.

Shoal Bay

## Overview

Download a Piney Bay park map [HERE](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/09/232672_6812eed1-6def-4a17-8f6d-83e1848c32f6.pdf)

Piney Bay Campground sits along Dardanelle Lake in western Arkansas. Campers come here to get a break from the city and take advantage of the ample swimming, boating and fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The lake is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish. 

## Facilities

Piney Bay offers 68 reservable campsites, all equipped with electric hookups, along with a large group picnic shelter and over 20 walk-in campsites. Campers enjoy hot showers, two boat ramps, a playground and a swim beach.

## Natural Features

Situated between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake stems from the Arkansas River and spans 40,000 acres. Wooded area and hills surround the lake.   
  
The region is a favorite destination for bald eagles in wintertime. 

## Nearby Attractions

Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary, with nearly 86 acres of wetlands and low woods, provide an ideal habitat for native wildlife. Visitors can explore the area on the six-mile trail system.

Piney Bay

## Overview

Download a park map [HERE](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/03/232517_1124d2cd-0038-4274-89d8-257bb6e8fa23.pdf)

Aux Arc Campground sits on the shores of Ozark Lake in the picturesque Arkansas River Valley.   
  
"Aux Arc" is a name that originated with French explorers when they mapped the territory. The term means "the big bend," describing the bend in the Arkansas River. Over time, the name was simplified to "Ozark," thus the name for Ozark Lake.

## Recreation

Boating, hiking and picnicking are favorites with locals and visitors alike. Anglers find success with both boat and bank fishing, and popular fish species include catfish, bream, crappie and bass.   
  
Public land surrounding the lake yields deer, quail, squirrels, rabbits, dove, wild turkey, ducks and geese for hunting season. 

## Facilities

Aux Arc Campground offers spacious, shady campsites with electric and water hookups. Three picnic shelters, with electricity, can be reserved as well. Additional amenities include a dump station, two playgrounds, hot showers and a boat ramp.

## Natural Features

Ozark Lake extends 36 miles along the Arkansas River. The shoreline of the lake varies from steep bluffs and tree-lined banks to open farm lands and level fields. 

## Nearby Attractions

Two of the largest wineries in the state are located in the nearby town of Altus. Here, large grape vineyards reminiscent of the European Rhineland dot the countryside.

Aux Arc

This is a small .62 acre lot in a forested area with privacy and seclusion. Located .1 miles from Museum of Automobiles and 1.5 miles from Petit Jean State Park.

The circle drive allows Class B motorhomes or small trailers to access camping area near unnamed intermittent creek. Recently completed horseshoe court and both North and South walk in tent pads provide two new options for tent placement.

Petit Jean SP is Arkansas' first state park and is the second most visited park in Arkansas. Fabulous day hiking or overnight backpacking in and around the park. Also, nearby is a petting zoo, horseback riding and farmers market.



Camp 62 on Petit Jean Mountain

Less than a minute from the Kings River Falls trailhead and nestled alongside the headwaters of the Kings River in Venus Arkansas. This is a remote and rugged campground with caves, bluffs, swimming holes and river a plenty. This campground has a grand exhibition of the same sandstone formation that is responsible for the Whitaker Point (Hawksbill Crag) formation. Clovis like points have been found here, and so one might assume the bluffs and crags here have been inhabited for millennia.

We have picnic tables and fire rings at each site. If you have a large group, please contact us before booking to ensure that we are able to accommodate your group. This 7-acre property is completely surrounded by Arkansas Natural Heritage-Natural Area. There are miles of trails and cooling waters at every turn.

If you like Kings River Falls, get ready to fall in love with this Red Fern Campground.

Lose yourself in a fairy-tale land. With endless places to explore and amazing natural features at every turn this experience will not disappoint.

Most of our campsites are just yards away from a public swimming area, which is shared between our property and the Arkansas Natural Area. You should expect local traffic at the main swimming area during your stay. We have a private swimming area on our property which is just a short hike from the developed campsites (Please ask the camphost for directions).

Please be aware that cell phone service is spotty to virtually non-existent. Also, it's a good idea to bring waterproof hiking shoes or water shoes since our camping spots may require walking across a low water creek. This campground also requires travel down miles of county-maintained dirt roads. Expect your car to get dusty. We are unable to accommodate travel trailers and RVs at this time. Parking at your campsite requires a drive across a low water creek, otherwise you will need to park and walk across. Lastly, bring tick defense for yourself and your pets.



Kings River Falls Campground

Mount Nebo State Park

This is the site of the historic Ozone Civilian Conservation Corp Camp. Camping - 8 family units, pavilion rental, picnicking, and hiking. Camping trailers are allowed but no special facilities available. Campground and Day-Use Area Rules

Ozone Recreation Area Camping

ONLY BOOK FOR THE ECLIPSE APRIL 5TH - APRIL 9TH!! RESERVATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED ANY OTHER TIME.

You are required to book for the 5th - the 9th, but you can show up and leave anytime! The total rate is $350 for 4 nights, for 4 people. 1 car per site, and dogs are welcome!!

We are opening up our facility for the 2024 Eclipse! 4 minutes and 10 seconds of totality! We have everything you will need to make your trip to the Arkansas River Valley stress free and enjoyable to view the total eclipse in April 8, 2024. This will be considered primitive camping, but we have bathrooms and showers. We also have electricity, but not at most of the camp sites. This will be a tent only facility. No campers please. We will also have good wholesome food on site from morning to evening.

The cost will be $350 for Friday the 5th through Tuesday morning the 9th of April. You will have to make your reservation with a $50 non-refundable deposit. You can also call to reserve! Checkout can be anytime by Tuesday Noon on the 9th of April. We are adding a special page to our website, so if it is not there when you check us out, please be patient.



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Chock-full of scenic natural beauty and breathtaking geological diversity, camping in Arkansas is an experience hard to forget. Campgrounds can be found on top of magnificent mountain ranges, sparkling lakeshores, and nearly anywhere in between. Known as  “The Natural State,” Arkansas boasts two mountain ranges, three national forests, 600,000 acres of lakes, and 9,000 miles of streams and rivers. In addition to numerous camping and backpacking opportunities, Arkansas is long famous for its hunting and fishing scene. So lace up your boots and get ready for an unparalleled getaway camping in Arkansas!


Take an extraordinary escape to the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas in Eureka Springs. The entire city is on the National Register of Historic Places with its carefully preserved Victorian Buildings and unique architecture built around the city’s natural springs. Numerous campgrounds near Eureka Springs offer campers an opportunity to get up close with nature while staying within reach of the city’s curvy hills and winding streets free of traffic lights.


Just south of Eureka Springs lies the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, dedicating 459 acres to exotic cats. The sanctuary is home to tigers, lions, leopards, and cougars. Animal lovers can enjoy guided habitat tours and open discovery areas daily.


Just over an hour from Little Rock, AR, sits the largest lake in Arkansas. Renowned for its scenic beauty and clear waters, Lake Ouachita is surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest. Named one of the cleanest lakes in America, Lake Ouachita provides campers with ample water sports opportunities, including swimming, scuba diving, and angling. The Lake Ouachita State Park also offers scenic trails, two swimming areas, and a marina with boat rentals and fishing supplies.


Embark on a gorgeous trip through The Natural State. With The Dyrt, you can be sure to find the best camping in Arkansas along the way.

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The Cove Lake Recreation Area is a perfect summer getaway and an ideal place to camp, picnic or recreate. It envelops the shores of a 160-acre mountain lake near the 2,700-foot-tall Mount Magazine, the highest point in the state of Arkansas. Recreation Popular activities include swimming, fishing, hiking, water skiing and scenic drives. A boat ramp is available and an on-site concessionaire provides boat rentals and other equipment available for purchase. The lake is home to catfish, large mouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie and perch. It is stocked every other year, although a small amount of catfish are stocked annually and just prior to a yearly kids' fishing derby hosted at the lake. Facilities The recreation area provides picnic areas, campsites and a group shelter, as well as multiple activities, including miniature golf, canoe and paddleboat rentals. The campground offers multiple single-family sites for tent or RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, hot showers and drinking water are also provided. Multiple picnic areas are available on the lake shore, including a picnic shelter that has electricity. Natural Features The recreation area is situated in a mixed forest of mature trees and is located in the Arkansas River Valley in the Ozark National Forest. Nearby Attractions The recreation area is about 15 miles south of the town of Paris, in Logan County, Arkansas. A scenic route to the top of Mount Magazine is a beautiful 10 mile drive north from Havana, Arkansas. ADA Access: N

Cove Lake Recreation Area

Turner Bend Campground is located right across from the Turner Bend Store. All campsites have access to the water spigots near by. The Gazebo campsite is located on the same side as the store. This campsite has electricity to hook up small appliances but not to power a camper. Restroom and shower are also on the store side of the road.

PARKING FEES FOR NON CAMPER. Parking Permit for vehicle without a trailer– $10 per vehicle per day, it includes river access for 1 person on Turner Bend Landing. it does not include the boat lift ticket Parking permit for vehicle with a trailer - $15 per day, it includes river access for 2 people on Turner Bend Landing-it does not include the boat lift ticket All private boat parking is only available on the parking lot across from the Turner Bend Store. This parking lot is opened 24/7. The Turner Bend Landing parking lot is closed daily at 7pm.

RIVER ACESS FEE: FOR NON CAMPER River Access - $5 per person at the Turner Bend Landing. Boat lift use is only available when operator is present. Armband is required for the use of the boat lift.

DAY PASS FEE: FOR NON CAMPER Day Pass - $ 3 per person for picnic use. Call for special event pricing: 479-667-3641 Rates may vary during special events.

\*\*FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Mulberry River floats and camping are very popular during the spring and summer months. Most of our water comes in the months of March, April, May, and June. Online reservations are recommended especially for weekend visits. If you have a favorite campsite, please book it online or call us.

For camping, we have a two-night minimum on weekends and 3 nights on Memorial Day and Labor Day. When reservations are made in advance, this minimum is upheld.

RESERVATION POLICY Camping reservations can be made online at [https://turnerbend.com/1/](<https://turnerbend.com/1/>) in advance and are paid in full at the time of reserving. If you are planning to reserve for a group, each group can book online separately. Specify in the box that labeled 'SPECIAL REQUEST' the name of your group and how many people are expected to be in this group, so we can organize you to the same site(s). Our staff at the Turner Bend Store will group you at a particular campsite that will accommodate your group comfortably.

CANCELLATIONS must be made 7 days prior to your arrival for camping. If proper notice is received we will refund your deposit, less a 10% credit card transaction fee. If proper notice is not received, you forfeit your deposit paid. Request for camping cancellation must be made over the phone. No refund for early check out.

PET POLICY FOR TURNER BEND AND ROUND THE BEND CAMPSITES We welcome your pets. All dogs must be on a leash. We do limit each site to 1 pet. We charge $10 per pet, per night in the campground. There is an additional $10 charge for any pet that float with you.

We do not allow aggressive breeds. Here are the breeds not permitted here at the Mulberry.

- Bullmastiff
- Rottweiler
- Akita's
- Chow Chow
- Boxers
- Pinchers
- Great Dane
- Huskies and Malamutes
- Pit Bulls & All Bulldog Breeds
- Dalmatians
- German Shepherd If you have any questions about the allowance of your pet, please call or email us ahead of time. Please Keep in Mind On the day of your arrival, come to the store to register and get your parking permit to display inside your windshield] and paid camping wristband. Check in time for campers is between 11 am -6 pm. If you are running late please call 479-667-3641 between 8 am -6 pm to check in. By 11:00 p.m. campers must turn off stereos and generators and tone all noise down to a reasonable level. Off-road vehicle use limited to entry and exit only. You can legally access 4-wheeler trail-heads from our campsites. The trail-heads are 2.5 miles from the Turner Bend Store. Showers for non-campers available at $5 per person. Parking for non-campers taking out private boats at Turner Bend is across the store along the northern edge of the campground next to the bridge. Free river access is at the end of the campground along the river next to the Bridge across from the store. Display parking pass inside the windshield. All private boat parking is only available across from the store on the west side. Boat lift use is only applicable when there is an operator present. Armband is required. Turner Bend gate on the store side will be locked daily at 7 pm, Parking lot across from the store stays open 24 hours.







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