Arkansas / Pulaski County

Willow Beach

Open — Open year-round with reservations available through Recreation.gov. Park gate hours are 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Campground host on duty 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

About

Willow Beach Campground is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and sits in a forested area along the Arkansas River near the David D. Terry Lock and Dam in Pulaski County. The campground provides 21 Class A campsites with electric and water hookups, making it suitable for RVs and trailers. Modern amenities include hot showers, flush toilets, a dump station, and a campground host on duty daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The park is popular among anglers, offering excellent fishing for bass, crappie, and bream in the old river cutoffs and tail-waters of the dam. A boat ramp provides direct access to the Arkansas River. On shore, families enjoy picnicking at three reservable group shelters and using the playground. The forested riverfront setting is home to red fox, deer, armadillo, and numerous waterfowl species. Located just minutes from Little Rock, the state capital, visitors have easy access to groceries, gas, restaurants, and tourist attractions. The park operates with gate hours from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Nearby opportunities include hunting in surrounding forests and duck hunting on the waterways. The mild winters and accessible location make this a convenient base for exploring the Arkansas River Valley.

Directions

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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