Stephens Park

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·Lake Ouachita

Overview

Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is Stephens Park. This small quiet campground has great shoreline fishing access in the Stephens Park and Avery Day-use Area. There is also boat ramp access nearby for Lake Ouachita by using the Spillway Ramp and access to Lake Hamilton using the Avery Ramp. In the area is Wood Duck Slough trail and the east end of the LOViT (Lake Ouachita Vista Trail). The LOViT is a 44 mile long trail system that meanders along the south end of Lake Ouachita.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Pets Allowed

    (6 of 9 campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

  • Water Hookup

    (All campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

Campground and Blakely mtn Dam area map - Credits: USACE
Stephens Park - Credits: usace
Stephens Park - Credits: USACE
Stephens Park - Credits: USACE

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

Recreation

Stephens Park - Credits: USACE

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 60ft

  • tent-N/A

  • trailer-Up to 60ft

Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.

Additional Information

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