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Jefferson Ridge
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 · 34.14823, -94.12667 · Map |
| Sites | 86 public sites counted from the federal listing — 81 standard electric; 3 tent only electric; 2 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 87 of 86 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 87 of 86 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 86 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 86 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 124 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 82 sites · 30 ft: 82 sites · 35 ft: 80 sites · 40 ft: 80 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 5:00 PM · Out 3:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 84 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 3 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 870-286-3214 |
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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 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 This year-round campground offers 85 family sites and two day-use group picnic shelters. All sites include full electric and water hookups.
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dump stations.
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.
Directions, from the listing
From Dierks, Arkansas, travel 5 miles west on US-70, then 5 miles north on Green Chapel Road. Follow signs into campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
2 mi straight-line · Dierks ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersHorseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake)
2 mi straight-line · Dierks ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBlue Ridge Park
4 mi straight-line · Dierks ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersCossatot Reefs
7 mi straight-line · Gillham ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBig Coon Creek
8 mi straight-line · Gillham Arkansas
Trip Card — Jefferson Ridge
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 87 |
| Max RV | Up to 124 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 86 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232611 · 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.