Sunlight Bay

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Sunlight Bay Campground, 12394 Sunlight Bay Road
Plainview, AR 72857

Overview

Sunlight Bay Campground sits along the shores of Nimrod Lake just off of the Fourche Lafave river on Wilson Slough. Nimrod Lake is cradled between Arkansas' Ouachita and Ozark Mountains.

Recreation

Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake, with an abundance of catfish, bluegill, bass and crappie available. Boating, water skiing and tubing are also popular, with 11 boat ramps conveniently located around the lake, however, skiing and tubing are only allowed from the tip of Carden Point eastward toward the dam because areas west of there are too hazardous. Campers are likely to spot white-tailed deer, eastern wild turkey, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbit, fox, mink, black bear, dove and waterfowl in the area. Seasonal hunting is also permitted throughout the lake, except in or near recreation areas.

Facilities

With 29 spacious and modern campsites and one large day use group picnic shelter, Sunlight Bay Campground has plenty of room for the family. Two boat ramps and playground are also provided.

Natural Features

Nimrod Dam was completed in 1942 as part of a comprehensive plan for flood control and development of water resources in the Fourche LaFave River. Although recreation was not part of the initial mission of the dam project, the lake and surrounding 21,000 acres of pristine land have now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

Nearby Attractions

Nimrod Lake is conveniently located adjacent to State Highway 7, a National Scenic Byway and other nearby points of interest like Petit Jean State Park, Mount Nebo State Park and Hot Springs National Park.

Camp site features

Across 28 camp sites:

  • Electric hookups: all 28 sites
  • Water hookups: all 28 sites
  • Picnic table: all 28 sites
  • Pets allowed: 27 of 28 sites
  • Longest rig: 72 ft
  • Largest party: 16 people
  • Power up to 50 amps
  • Equipment: FIFTH WHEEL, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Plainview, Arkansas, take Highway 28 west for a quarter mile, then follow signs to the campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

58 reviews
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4 stars
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Deborah z
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Reviewed a month ago
The whole experience was not good. We were unaware that the camp grounds was not attended by anyone until a ranger came around on the second day. The information was not available to us that the dump station was not open before we reserved this site, we found out when we were taking trash off to dump in the dumpster. A ranger came by and we were told to go dump the black water at another camp grounds. That is 15 or more miles down the road. The shower house was clean because a family is keeping them clean and staying there in exchange for that but the shower will not shut off in either side men’s or women’s. They just run all the time and waste water. (It’s probably the reason the dump station stays full all the time). We were told by the family staying at the front gate that they were taking over as attendants but the ranger said that’s not true they just clean the bathrooms for them staying at the campgrounds. The grass was knee high all over the park. The day before we were leaving the ranger came to mow but only mowed some of the camp sites. Never touched ours. My husband finally went home and got our weedeater and ran it to clear a small area for us In The camp sites. The day before we left we were told the dump station is open, this being after they worked on it, so we left out and tried to dump our camper and it started running up out of the holding area onto the ground. Needless to say it was not a good experience. I will not make that mistake ever again. No more camping at Sunlight bay
dennis t
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Reviewed 4 months ago
We LOVED the park. We will be back.
Jeremiah H
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Reviewed 5 months ago
Had a great trip with my son, to hang out and fish.
daniel a
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Reviewed a year ago
Good place to camp and fish although seems like they could never get the shower in the men’s bathroom working right because of the hot water. It was way too hot to try to take a shower.
Bobby T
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Reviewed a year ago
Was lacking some the typical care of the facilities that are seen in most Corp campgrounds.
Debra B
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Reviewed a year ago
Campsite was great. Only one shower worked in each of the womens and mens showerhouses, and the handdryer in the womens restroom didn't work.
Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in August, when about 3% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 10 years of reservations.

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