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Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Dierks · Arkansas · Dierks Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Dierks Lake |
| Location | Dierks · Arkansas · Dierks Lake · 34.14764, -94.08765 · Map |
| Sites | 13 public sites counted from the federal listing — 12 standard electric; 1 group shelter 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 13 of 13 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 13 of 13 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 13 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 13 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 45 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 12 sites · 30 ft: 12 sites · 35 ft: 12 sites · 40 ft: 12 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 05:00 PM · Out 03:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Amenities, as reported | Flush toiletsRiver accessShowers |
| Phone | 870-286-3214 |
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 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
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 12 Campsites (Overnight)
1 Pavillion (Day Use)
2 Restrooms 1 Shower Facility
Playground
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
Directions, from the listing
From Dierks, travel toward DeQueen on Hwy 70 for approximately 3 miles. At the brown U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sign, turn right on Dierks Lake road and travel approximately 5 miles. Horseshoe Bend Campground Road is the last road located on the left, before crossing Dierks Lake Dam.
Nearest federal campgrounds
0 mi straight-line · Dierks ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersJefferson Ridge
2 mi straight-line · DIERKS ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBlue Ridge Park
3 mi straight-line · Dierks ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersCossatot Reefs
9 mi straight-line · Gillham ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBig Coon Creek
10 mi straight-line · Gillham Arkansas
Trip Card — Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake)
Dierks · Arkansas · Dierks Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Dierks · Arkansas · Dierks Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 13 |
| Max RV | Up to 45 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 13 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10050257 · 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.