The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to DeQueen Lake and wishes you
an enjoyable stay at the project. The project offers the visitor extensive
opportunities for a memorable outdoor recreation experience. Food, bait,
tackle, etc. are available near the lake. Project personnel are available and
will be happy to assist in assuring you a pleasant stay.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to DeQueen Lake and wishes you an enjoyable stay at the project. The project offers the visitor extensive opportunities for a memorable outdoor recreation experience. Food, bait, tackle, etc. are available near the lake. Project personnel are available and will be happy to assist in assuring you a pleasant stay.

## Overview

Bellah Mine Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest
Arkansas.

## Recreation

Boating and water sports top the list of recreational activities at the lake,
and several boat ramps are provided for campers.  
  
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass,
spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and
various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish
Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.  
  
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake.
Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam,
all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include
bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail
rabbit and deer.  
  
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast
expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed
anywhere on project lands.

## Facilities

Boating and water sports top the list of recreational activities at the lake,
and several boat ramps are provided for campers.  
  
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass,
spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and
various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish
Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.  
  
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake.
Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam,
all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include
bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail
rabbit and deer.  
  
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast
expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed
anywhere on project lands.

## Natural Features

DeQueen Lake is part of a dam project located on the Rolling Fork River. The
dam, completed in 1977, was built for flood control and water supply, and now
provides a recreational oasis for thousands of campers each year.  
  
The lake boasts 32 miles of shoreline to its visitors, along with 8,700 acres
of rolling green landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby town of DeQueen, Arkansas, offers gas, grocery and medical
services.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Bellah Mine Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest Arkansas. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating and water sports top the list of recreational activities at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for campers. 
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass, spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.
<br/><br/>
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake. Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam, all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit and deer.
<br/><br/>
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed anywhere on project lands.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating and water sports top the list of recreational activities at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for campers. 
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass, spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.
<br/><br/>
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake. Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam, all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit and deer.
<br/><br/>
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed anywhere on project lands.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
DeQueen Lake is part of a dam project located on the Rolling Fork River. The dam, completed in 1977, was built for flood control and water supply, and now provides a recreational oasis for thousands of campers each year.
<br/><br/>
The lake boasts 32 miles of shoreline to its visitors, along with 8,700 acres of rolling green landscape.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby town of DeQueen, Arkansas, offers gas, grocery and medical services.

BELLAH MINE

De Queen Lake Bellah Mine Park

Bellah Mine

## Overview

Oak Grove Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest
Arkansas.

## Recreation

Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and
several boat ramps are provided for campers.  
  
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass,
spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and
various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish
Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.  
  
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake.
Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam,
all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include
bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail
rabbit and deer.  
  
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast
expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed
anywhere on project lands.

## Facilities

Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and
several boat ramps are provided for campers.  
  
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass,
spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and
various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish
Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.  
  
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake.
Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam,
all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include
bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail
rabbit and deer.  
  
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast
expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed
anywhere on project lands.

## Natural Features

DeQueen Lake is part of a dam project located on the Rolling Fork River. The
dam, completed in 1977, was built for flood control and water supply, and now
provides a recreational oasis for thousands of campers each year.  
  
The lake boasts 32 miles of shoreline to its visitors, along with 8,700 acres
of rolling green landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby town of DeQueen, Arkansas, offers gas, grocery and medical
services.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Oak Grove Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest Arkansas. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for campers. 
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass, spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.
<br/><br/>
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake. Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam, all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit and deer.
<br/><br/>
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed anywhere on project lands.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for campers. 
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass, spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.
<br/><br/>
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake. Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam, all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit and deer.
<br/><br/>
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed anywhere on project lands.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
DeQueen Lake is part of a dam project located on the Rolling Fork River. The dam, completed in 1977, was built for flood control and water supply, and now provides a recreational oasis for thousands of campers each year.
<br/><br/>
The lake boasts 32 miles of shoreline to its visitors, along with 8,700 acres of rolling green landscape.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby town of DeQueen, Arkansas, offers gas, grocery and medical services.

De Queen lake oak Grove landing Swim beach

OAK GROVE

De Queen Lake Oak Grove Park

Oak Grove (AR)

## Overview

Pine Ridge Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest
Arkansas.

## Recreation

Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and
several boat ramps are provided for campers.  
  
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass,
spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and
various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish
Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.  
  
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake.
Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam,
all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include
bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail
rabbit and deer.  
  
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast
expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed
anywhere on project lands.

## Facilities

Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and
several boat ramps are provided for campers.  
  
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass,
spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and
various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish
Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.  
  
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake.
Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam,
all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include
bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail
rabbit and deer.  
  
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast
expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed
anywhere on project lands.

## Natural Features

DeQueen Lake is part of a dam project located on the Rolling Fork River. The
dam, completed in 1977, was built for flood control and water supply, and now
provides a recreational oasis for thousands of campers each year.  
  
The lake boasts 32 miles of shoreline to its visitors, along with 8,700 acres
of rolling green landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby town of DeQueen, Arkansas, offers gas, grocery and medical
services.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Pine Ridge Campground sits along the shores of DeQueen Lake in southwest Arkansas. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for campers. 
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass, spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.
<br/><br/>
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake. Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam, all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit and deer.
<br/><br/>
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed anywhere on project lands.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating and water sports top the list of recreational actives at the lake, and several boat ramps are provided for campers. 
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also a popular pastime, with large mouth bass, small mouth bass, spotted pass, black and white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish available in abundance. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have also stocked hybrid striped bass in the lake.
<br/><br/>
There are plenty of opportunities for hunting on the lands around the lake. Except for developed recreation areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam, all project lands are open to the public for hunting. Game species include bobwhite quail, mourning dove, turkey, fox squirrel, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit and deer.
<br/><br/>
Although DeQueen Lake does not have a designated hiking trail, the vast expanse of land is open to the public and hiking activities are welcomed anywhere on project lands.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
DeQueen Lake is part of a dam project located on the Rolling Fork River. The dam, completed in 1977, was built for flood control and water supply, and now provides a recreational oasis for thousands of campers each year.
<br/><br/>
The lake boasts 32 miles of shoreline to its visitors, along with 8,700 acres of rolling green landscape.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby town of DeQueen, Arkansas, offers gas, grocery and medical services.

De Queen Lake Pine Ridge Park

Pine Ridge

Bird's eye view of the park

Dequeen Lake

The Corps of Engineers invites you to visit Gillham Lake, "The Bright Spot on
the Cossatot" and wishes you an enjoyable stay at the project and a memorable
outdoor recreation experience. Overnight accommodations, food, bait, tackle,
and other needs are available from businesses near the lake. Project personnel
are available and will be happy to assist in assuring you a pleasant stay.

The Corps of Engineers invites you to visit Gillham Lake, "The Bright Spot on the Cossatot" and wishes you an enjoyable stay at the project and a memorable outdoor recreation experience. Overnight accommodations, food, bait, tackle, and other needs are available from businesses near the lake. Project personnel are available and will be happy to assist in assuring you a pleasant stay.

## Overview

Big Coon Creek Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in
southwest Arkansas.  
  
Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational
oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is
provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the
dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe
trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.  
  
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie,
channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly
fishing is also a popular pastime.  
  
Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of
the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and
Regulations.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is
provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the
dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe
trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.  
  
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie,
channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly
fishing is also a popular pastime.  
  
Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of
the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and
Regulations.

## Natural Features

Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The
lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic
River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Big Coon Creek Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in southwest Arkansas.
<br/><br/>
Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.
<br/><br/>
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly fishing is also a popular pastime.
<br/><br/>
Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.
<br/><br/>
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly fishing is also a popular pastime.
<br/><br/>
Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.

BIG COON CREEK

Gillham Lake, Big Coon Creek

Big Coon Creek

## Overview

Cossatot Reefs Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in
southwest Arkansas.  
  
Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational
oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is
provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the
dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe
trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.  
  
  
  
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel
and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river.  
  
  
A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded
section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood
blossoms.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is
provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the
dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe
trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.  
  
  
  
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel
and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river.  
  
  
A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded
section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood
blossoms.

## Natural Features

Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The
lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic
River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cossatot Reefs Campground sits along the lush banks of Gillham Lake in southwest Arkansas.
<br/><br/>
Nicknamed the "Bright Spot on the Cossatot," Gillham Lake is a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.<br><br><br><br>Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. <br><br><br>A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood blossoms.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The river can be canoed from a point below the dam to U.S. Highway 71 South, a distance of about 16 miles. For shorter canoe trips, there are access roads to the river at Mize Crossing and Ladd Bridge.<br><br><br><br>Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. <br><br><br>A short nature trail within the campground weaves through a quaint wooded section. In spring, the trail is painted with colorful redbud and dogwood blossoms.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The lake stems from the Cossatot River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.

Gillham Lake Cossatot Reefs Park

COSSATOT REEFS

Cossatot Reefs

## Overview

Little Coon Creek Campground is located on Gillham Lake in southwestern
Arkansas on the Cossatot River. The rugged terrain around the lake creates
stunning views and provides for many opportunities for boating, fishing,
hunting, and swimming.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is
provided for easy water access.

Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie,
channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly
fishing is also a popular pastime. Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon
Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game
and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations. Lake maps are also available from
any Park Attendant at the lake.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is
provided for easy water access.

Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie,
channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly
fishing is also a popular pastime. Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon
Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game
and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations. Lake maps are also available from
any Park Attendant at the lake.

## Natural Features

Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The
Dam was completed in 1975 and stems from the Cossatot River, which has been
designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.

## Nearby Attractions

The Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area and the Queen Wilhelmina State Park
are both within driving distance just north of Gillham Lake. Both of these
attractions offer great scenery, hiking, and interpretive programs that are
fun for all ages.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Little Coon Creek Campground is located on Gillham Lake in southwestern Arkansas on the Cossatot River. The rugged terrain around the lake creates stunning views and provides for many opportunities for boating, fishing, hunting, and swimming.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access.                                                                                               <p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly fishing is also a popular pastime.
Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations. Lake maps are also available from any Park Attendant at the lake.
</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors enjoy the lake for its vast boating opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access.                                                                                               <p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 
Anglers will find smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass, saugeye, crappie, channel and flathead catfish and various species of sunfish in the river. Fly fishing is also a popular pastime.
Hunting is allowed north of Little Coon Creek Park and on the eastern shore of the lake. Check with the Arkansas Game and Fish for Season Dates and Regulations. Lake maps are also available from any Park Attendant at the lake.
</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
Gillham Lake spans 1,370 surface acres and boasts 36 miles of shoreline. The Dam was completed in 1975 and stems from the Cossatot River, which has been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area and the Queen Wilhelmina State Park are both within driving distance just north of Gillham Lake. Both of these attractions offer great scenery, hiking, and interpretive programs that are fun for all ages.

LITTLE COON CREEK PARK

Gillham Lake Little Coon Creek Park

Little Coon Creek Park

Gillham Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to Dierks Lake and wishes you an
enjoyable stay at the project. Visitors are afforded many opportunities for an
enjoyable outdoor recreation experience. Overnight accommodations, food, bait,
tackle, etc. are available in the area. Visitors might want to take a day trip
to some of the many local interesting sites including Hot Springs National
Park and the Diamond Mines at Murfreesboro, Ark.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to Dierks Lake and wishes you an enjoyable stay at the project. Visitors are afforded many opportunities for an enjoyable outdoor recreation experience. Overnight accommodations, food, bait, tackle, etc. are available in the area. Visitors might want to take a day trip to some of the many local interesting sites including Hot Springs National Park and the Diamond Mines at Murfreesboro, Ark.

## Overview

Blue Ridge campground, located on the north end of Dierks Lake, offers a
natural feel with incredible fishing in the flooded timberlands along the
Saline River. Situated in the heart of the Howard County Wildlife Management
Area this area peaks in spring and fall when fishing and hunting are at their
best. Blue Ridge is a local hotspot for camping and fishing, with two boat
ramps located right in the heart of crappie country.

## Recreation

Camping

Day use

Boating

Swimming

## Facilities

Camping

Day use

Boating

Swimming

## Natural Features

The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming
opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie
fishing. Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the
upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite
quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety
of waterfowl.

## Nearby Attractions

A day trip to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, just 30
miles from the park, is a popular activity. The diamond mine is the only one
of its kind in the country, where visitors get to keep any diamonds and semi-
precious stones they unearth, regardless of value.

Hot Springs National Park known for its naturally headed springs ust an hours
drive away offers a multiple bathouses, resturants, and activies.

Choctaw nation located just an hour away at Brokenbow offers world class
gaming casino as well a variet of natural features and resturants

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Blue Ridge campground, located on the north end of Dierks Lake, offers a natural feel with incredible fishing in the flooded timberlands along the Saline River. Situated in the heart of the Howard County Wildlife Management Area this area peaks in spring and fall when fishing and hunting are at their best. Blue Ridge is a local hotspot for camping and fishing, with two boat ramps located right in the heart of crappie country. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Camping </p>
<p>Day use</p>
<p>Boating</p>
<p>Swimming </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Camping </p>
<p>Day use</p>
<p>Boating</p>
<p>Swimming </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie fishing. Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of waterfowl. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>A day trip to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, just 30 miles from the park, is a popular activity. The diamond mine is the only one of its kind in the country, where visitors get to keep any diamonds and semi-precious stones they unearth, regardless of value.</p>

<p>Hot Springs National Park known for its naturally headed springs ust an hours drive away offers a multiple bathouses, resturants, and activies.</p>

<p>Choctaw nation located just an hour away at Brokenbow offers world class gaming casino as well a variet of natural features and resturants</p>

Dierks Lake Sunrise

Life Jackets Save Lives!

Blue Ridge

Dierks lake

Panther Bluff Falls

Dierks Lake Crappie

Blue Ridge Park

## Overview

Horseshoe Bend Park, located along the Saline River just south of Dierks Dam,
is home to a paddlers dream course. This aquatic whitewater park, built along
three quarters of a mile of pristine river funneled over native river stone,
offers four or more challenging drops. The course is designed with paddlers in
mind and is an excellent training location. The water park was home to the
Olympic trials in the late 90’s and is dependent on spillway releases from
Dierks Lake dam. When water conditions are right the course simulates Class II
to Class IV rapids, all within a safe location that is easily accessible for
paddlers to practice new techniques. For those looking to stay and play a
while, 12 class A campsites are available along the riverfront

## Recreation

Camping

Day use

Playground

Shelter

Paddling

## Facilities

Camping

Day use

Playground

Shelter

Paddling

## Natural Features

Dierks Lake is in the Ouachitas region of Arkansas and sits on the Saline
River. Horseshoe bend sets at the base of a 300 foot verticle cliff offering
scenic views along the steep wooded areas

## Nearby Attractions

A day trip to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, just 30
miles from the park, is a popular activity. The diamond mine is the only one
of its kind in the country, where visitors get to keep any diamonds and semi-
precious stones they unearth, regardless of value.

Hot Springs National Park known for its naturally headed springs ust an hours
drive away offers a multiple bathouses, resturants, and activies.

Choctaw nation located just an hour away at Brokenbow offers world class
gaming casino as well a variet of natural features and resturants

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Horseshoe Bend Park, located along the Saline River just south of Dierks Dam, is home to a paddlers dream course. This aquatic whitewater park, built along three quarters of a mile of pristine river funneled over native river stone, offers four or more challenging drops. The course is designed with paddlers in mind and is an excellent training location. The water park was home to the Olympic trials in the late 90’s and is dependent on spillway releases from Dierks Lake dam. When water conditions are right the course simulates Class II to Class IV rapids, all within a safe location that is easily accessible for paddlers to practice new techniques. For those looking to stay and play a while, 12 class A campsites are available along the riverfront</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Camping</p>
<p>Day use</p>
<p>Playground</p>
<p>Shelter</p>
<p>Paddling </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Camping</p>
<p>Day use</p>
<p>Playground</p>
<p>Shelter</p>
<p>Paddling </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Dierks Lake is in the Ouachitas region of Arkansas and sits on the Saline River. Horseshoe bend sets at the base of a 300 foot verticle cliff offering scenic views along the steep wooded areas</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>A day trip to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, just 30 miles from the park, is a popular activity. The diamond mine is the only one of its kind in the country, where visitors get to keep any diamonds and semi-precious stones they unearth, regardless of value.</p>


<p>Hot Springs National Park known for its naturally headed springs ust an hours drive away offers a multiple bathouses, resturants, and activies.</p>


<p>Choctaw nation located just an hour away at Brokenbow offers world class gaming casino as well a variet of natural features and resturants</p>

Dierks Lake Spillway

Horseshoe Bend Paddlers

Hometown Throwdown at Horseshoe Bend

Kayak Race

Kayaker at Horseshoe Bend

Dierks Tailwater Stage Chart

Hometown Throwdown Festival

Horseshoe Bend Overlook

Whitewater

Saline River

Riding the Rapids at Horseshoe Bend

Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake)

## Overview

Jefferson Ridge Campground is located on Dierks Lake in southwestern Arkansas.
Rugged ridges bordering the lake create stunning views, and visitors enjoy
boating, fishing, swimming, and hunting.

## Recreation

The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming
opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie
fishing.

  
Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper
reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail,
mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of
waterfowl.

A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional
recreation opportunities.

## Facilities

The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming
opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie
fishing.

  
Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper
reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail,
mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of
waterfowl.

A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional
recreation opportunities.

## Natural Features

Sitting in the Ouachita Mountain Region of Arkansas, Dierks Lake is fed by the
Saline River.

## Nearby Attractions

Crater of Diamonds State Park, Little Missouri Falls, and Cossatot River State
Park are popular recreational areas located in close proximity to Dierks Lake.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Jefferson Ridge Campground is located on Dierks Lake in southwestern Arkansas. Rugged ridges bordering the lake create stunning views, and visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and hunting.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie fishing.  </p>
<p><br>Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of waterfowl.</p>

<p>A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional recreation opportunities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie fishing.  </p>
<p><br>Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of waterfowl.</p>

<p>A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional recreation opportunities.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Sitting in the Ouachita Mountain Region of Arkansas, Dierks Lake is fed by the Saline River.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Crater of Diamonds State Park, Little Missouri Falls, and Cossatot River State Park are popular recreational areas located in close proximity to Dierks Lake. </p>

Dierks Lake Water Safety Program

Always a great time at Dierks Lake!

Dierks Lake Overlook

Autumn on the Loops

Jefferson Ridge Park

Dierks Lake Recreation

Panther Bluff Falls on Dierks Lake

Jefferson Ridge Wildlife

Happy Camper

Sunrise on Dierks Lake

Sunrise at Dierks Lake

Jefferson Ridge Swim Beach

Dierks Lake, AR

Jefferson Ridge

Dierks Lake Overlook Pavilion

Dierks Lake Overlook at Sunset

Dierks Overlook

Overlook (Dierks Lake)

Dierks Lake

The McCurtain County Wilderness Area at the lake's north end retains its
primitive, natural beauty.

The McCurtain County Wilderness Area at the lake's north end retains its primitive, natural beauty.

Broken Bow Lake

Geographically positioned in a area where the Central and Mississippi flyways
overlap, Pond Creek Refuge provides outstanding habitat for waterfowl. The
forested wetlands of the refuge are used by migrating and wintering waterfowl
during the fall, winter and spring. Mallards, gadwall, American wigeon and
wood ducks are among the over 15 species of waterfowl that traditionally use
the seasonally flooded wetland habitats of the refuge. Other species seen less
often include northern shoveler; blue and green-winged teal. The hardwood
dominated forested wetlands of Pond Creek Refuge provide outstanding habitat
for an abundance of birdlife, particularly neotropical migratory songbirds.
Neotropical birds use the refuge as a rest stop during fall and spring
migration to replenish energy reserves for the long journey to and from
wintering areas in Central and South America. This habitat is also used for
breeding and nesting during the spring and summer for many of these species.
Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse, Carolina wren. Prothonotary warbler;
northern cardinal, swainson's warbler; summer tanager; Kentucky warbler; and
white-throated sparrow are among the over 20 species of migrants that nest
here.

Geographically positioned in a area where the Central and Mississippi flyways overlap, Pond Creek Refuge provides outstanding habitat for waterfowl.  The forested wetlands of the refuge are used by migrating and wintering waterfowl during the fall, winter and spring.  Mallards, gadwall, American wigeon and wood ducks are among the over 15 species of waterfowl that traditionally use the seasonally flooded wetland habitats of the refuge.  Other species seen less often include northern shoveler;  blue and green-winged teal.



The hardwood dominated forested  wetlands of Pond Creek Refuge provide outstanding habitat for an abundance of birdlife, particularly neotropical migratory songbirds.  Neotropical birds use the refuge as a rest stop during fall and spring migration to replenish energy reserves for the long journey to and from wintering areas in Central and South America.  This habitat is also used for breeding and nesting during the spring and summer for many of these species.  Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse, Carolina wren. Prothonotary warbler; northern cardinal, swainson's warbler; summer tanager; Kentucky warbler; and white-throated sparrow are among the over 20 species of migrants that nest here.

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