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Willow Beach
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — PINE BLUFF · Arkansas · Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam |
| Location | PINE BLUFF · Arkansas · Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam · 34.69917, -92.13722 · Map |
| Sites | 24 public sites counted from the federal listing — 21 standard electric; 3 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 24 of 24 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 24 of 24 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 24 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 24 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 84 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 21 sites · 30 ft: 21 sites · 35 ft: 21 sites · 40 ft: 21 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 3:00 PM · Out 2:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 24 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 24 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 501-961-1332 |
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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 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Willow Beach Campground is located near the David D.Terry Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River.
The wealth of recreational opportunities in the Arkansas River Valley provides visitors with endless fun for the whole family. Outdoor activities such as camping, picnicking, boating and sightseeing are favorite pastimes. Recreation Willow Beach has a boat ramp and offers excellent fishing, especially in the old river cutoffs and the tail-waters of the dam and Murry Lock and Dam upstream. Anglers often catch bass, crappie and bream in the Arkansas River.
Hunting is available in nearby forests, and there is duck hunting on the waterways.
On shore, families enjoy picnicking and using the playground. Facilities Willow Beach Campground offers 21 campsites with electric and water hookups, as well as three reservable group picnic shelters for day use. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp and playground.
Natural Features The park is in a forested area along the riverfront, close to the rolling fields of cotton farms. It is 193 feet above sea level; winters are generally mild and summer temperatures reach the upper 90s with high humidity.
Red fox are frequently seen in the park, along with deer and armadillo, and numerous species of waterfowl live in the water and along the shores. Nearby Attractions Little Rock, the state capital and largest city of Arkansas, is just minutes away, offering groceries, gas, restaurants and tourist attractions.
Directions, from the listing
From Little Rock, Arkansas, take U.S. Highway 165 east for 2.5 miles. Turn right on Colonel Manard Road and continue for three miles. Turn right again onto Blue Heron Parkway and follow signs to Willow Beach Park.
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Trip Card — Willow Beach
PINE BLUFF · Arkansas · Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | PINE BLUFF · Arkansas · Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 24 |
| Max RV | Up to 84 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 24 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232746 · 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.