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Old Post Road
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — RUSSELLVILLE · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Dardanelle Lake |
| Location | RUSSELLVILLE · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake · 35.24722, -93.16250 · Map |
| Sites | 47 public sites counted from the federal listing — 41 standard electric; 5 group shelter electric; 1 group shelter nonelectric |
| 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 46 of 47 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 40 of 47 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 47 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 47 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 83 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 41 sites · 30 ft: 41 sites · 35 ft: 39 sites · 40 ft: 34 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 4:00 PM · Out 3:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 47 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 6 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Playground |
| Phone | 479-968-7962 |
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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 2026-06-21.
From the official listing
Overview Download an Old Post park map HERE
Old Post Road is a camping hotspot at Dardanelle Lake, with numerous opportunities for boating, biking, hiking and birding.
The river valley is a favorite winter destination for bald eagles.
Recreation Boating and fishing are the top activities, and a boat ramp is provided for convenient lake access.
Soccer and baseball fields and tennis courts offer additional recreation opportunities, and a biking trail also starts at the campground. Facilities The 37 reservable campsites offer have water and electric hookups. A playground and multiple picnic areas make the park perfect for families and parties. Natural Features Perched between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake, sourced by the Arkansas River, spans 40,000 acres and boasts 315 miles of shoreline. A variety of hardwoods surround the lake shore. Nearby Attractions The nearby Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge offers excellent wildlife viewing and photography.
Directions, from the listing
From SR-7, take Lock and Dam Road for one mile and follow signs into campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
14 mi straight-line · LONDON ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersShoal Bay
16 mi straight-line · NEW BLAINE ArkansasFSU.S. Forest ServiceSpring Lake Recreation Area
16 mi straight-line · ArkansasFSU.S. Forest ServiceSorghum Hollow
17 mi straight-line · ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersCarden Point
19 mi straight-line · PLAINVIEW Arkansas
Trip Card — Old Post Road
RUSSELLVILLE · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | RUSSELLVILLE · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 46 |
| Max RV | Up to 83 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 47 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232662 · 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.