## Overview

Download a Piney Bay park map HERE

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

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

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Download a Piney Bay park map <a href="https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/09/232672_6812eed1-6def-4a17-8f6d-83e1848c32f6.pdf" rel="nofollow">HERE</a> </p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The lake is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The lake is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<br/><br/>  
The region is a favorite destination for bald eagles in wintertime. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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

Sunset Piney Bay

Piney Bay

## Overview

Download a Shoal Bay park map HERE

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

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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Download a Shoal Bay park map <a href="https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/10/232704_fb23c8e1-ef27-40ba-85dd-44bc7085511a.pdf" rel="nofollow">HERE</a> </p>
<p>This shady campground sits on the scenic Shoal Bay arm of Lake Dardanelle, offering an excellent setting for boating, swimming and wildlife viewing.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lake, a popular spot for anglers, is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish.
<br/><br/>
The Bridge Rock Trail winds along a rugged slope overlooking the narrows of Shoal Creek, offering excellent hiking opportunities.
<br/><br/>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The lake, a popular spot for anglers, is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish.
<br/><br/>
The Bridge Rock Trail winds along a rugged slope overlooking the narrows of Shoal Creek, offering excellent hiking opportunities.
<br/><br/>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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

Shoal Bay

## Overview

Download an Old Post park map HERE

Old Post Road is a camping hotspot at Dardanelle Lake, with numerous
opportunities for boating, biking, hiking and birding.  
  
The river valley is a favorite winter destination for bald eagles.

## Recreation

Boating and fishing are the top activities, and a boat ramp is provided for
convenient lake access.  
  
Soccer and baseball fields and tennis courts offer additional recreation
opportunities, and a biking trail also starts at the campground.

## Facilities

Boating and fishing are the top activities, and a boat ramp is provided for
convenient lake access.  
  
Soccer and baseball fields and tennis courts offer additional recreation
opportunities, and a biking trail also starts at the campground.

## Natural Features

Perched between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake
creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake, sourced by the
Arkansas River, spans 40,000 acres and boasts 315 miles of shoreline. A
variety of hardwoods surround the lake shore.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge offers excellent wildlife
viewing and photography.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Download an Old Post park map <a href="https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2021/07/14/18/08/232662_6c56e271-f446-432c-9b37-28a80ebe3417.pdf" rel="nofollow">HERE</a> </p>
<p>Old Post Road is a camping hotspot at Dardanelle Lake, with numerous opportunities for boating, biking, hiking and birding.<br><br>The river valley is a favorite winter destination for bald eagles.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating and fishing are the top activities, and a boat ramp is provided for convenient lake access.
<br/><br/>
Soccer and baseball fields and tennis courts offer additional recreation opportunities, and a biking trail also starts at the campground.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating and fishing are the top activities, and a boat ramp is provided for convenient lake access.
<br/><br/>
Soccer and baseball fields and tennis courts offer additional recreation opportunities, and a biking trail also starts at the campground.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Perched between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake, sourced by the Arkansas River, spans 40,000 acres and boasts 315 miles of shoreline. A variety of hardwoods surround the lake shore. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge offers excellent wildlife viewing and photography.

OLD POST ROAD

Old Post Road

Located near the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, the picturesque
shoreline, excellent fishing and abundant wildlife provide ideal conditions
for nature enthusiasts and camera bugs. The river valley is a favorite
wintering area for the American bald eagle. Parks offer modern amenities such
as boat launching ramps, drinking water, camping areas, picnic sites and other
facilities for the convenience of all.

Located near the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, the picturesque shoreline, excellent fishing and abundant wildlife provide ideal conditions for nature enthusiasts and camera bugs. The river valley is a favorite wintering area for the American bald eagle. Parks offer modern amenities such as boat launching ramps, drinking water, camping areas, picnic sites and other facilities for the convenience of all.

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