Denby Point
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Mt. Ida · Arkansas · Lake Ouachita
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Ouachita |
| Location | Mt. Ida · Arkansas · Lake Ouachita · 34.54560, -93.48996 · Map |
| Sites | 67 public sites counted from the federal listing — 56 standard electric; 6 tent only electric; 3 tent only nonelectric; 2 group standard electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 79 of 67 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 73 of 67 sites Sewer hookups at 1 of 67 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 1 of 67 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 70 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 73 sites · 30 ft: 73 sites · 35 ft: 72 sites · 40 ft: 69 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 6:00 PM · Out 4:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 80 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 870-867-4475 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Groups and families of all sizes come to camp at Denby Point for its scenic views, year-round fishing and convenient boating facilities. The campground promises to entertain jet skiers, boaters, hikers and birders alike.
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.
Recreation World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface. Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake. Facilities The campground consists of 67 sites including 58 with electric and water hookups. The two group campsites also have electric hookups. Other amenities include a dump station, fish cleaning station, hot showers, boat ramp and a swim beach. Natural Features Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 28 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline and over 40,000 surface acres. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101. Nearby Attractions Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.
Directions, from the listing
From Hot Springs, Arkansas, take US 270 west about 26.5 miles to Ouachita Shores Parkway. Turn right and follow access road one mile north to park.
From Mount Ida, Arkansas, take US 270 east approximately 9.5 miles to Ouachita Shores Parkway. Turn left on access road one mile to park.
Nearest federal campgrounds
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Trip Card — Denby Point
Mt. Ida · Arkansas · Lake Ouachita
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Mt. Ida · Arkansas · Lake Ouachita |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 79 · full hookups at 1 |
| Max RV | Up to 70 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 67 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233486 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.