Piney Bay
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — LONDON · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Dardanelle Lake |
| Location | LONDON · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake · 35.39944, -93.31444 · Map |
| Sites | 92 public sites counted from the federal listing — 86 standard electric; 5 standard nonelectric; 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 87 of 92 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 48 of 92 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 92 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 92 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 80 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 83 sites · 30 ft: 74 sites · 35 ft: 47 sites · 40 ft: 37 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 92 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 5 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 479-885-3029 |
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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 a Piney Bay park map HERE
Piney Bay Campground sits along Dardanelle Lake in western Arkansas. Campers come here to get a break from the city and take advantage of the ample swimming, boating and fishing opportunities.
Recreation Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The lake is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish. Facilities Piney Bay offers 68 reservable campsites, all equipped with electric hookups, along with a large group picnic shelter. Campers enjoy hot showers, two boat ramps, a playground and a swim beach.
Natural Features Situated between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake stems from the Arkansas River and spans 40,000 acres. Wooded area and hills surround the lake.
The region is a favorite destination for bald eagles in wintertime. Nearby Attractions Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary, with nearly 86 acres of wetlands and low woods, provide an ideal habitat for native wildlife. Visitors can explore the area on the six-mile trail system.
Directions, from the listing
From London, Arkansas, take US-64 west for 3 miles to State Route 359 north. Continue for 3.5 miles and follow signs into the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
9 mi straight-line · NEW BLAINE ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSpadra
9 mi straight-line · Clarksville ArkansasFSU.S. Forest ServiceSorghum Hollow
13 mi straight-line · ArkansasFSU.S. Forest ServiceLong Pool Recreation Area
13 mi straight-line · ArkansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOld Post Road
14 mi straight-line · RUSSELLVILLE Arkansas
Trip Card — Piney Bay
LONDON · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | LONDON · Arkansas · Dardanelle Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 87 |
| Max RV | Up to 80 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 92 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232672 · 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.