Little Fir
Little Fir is a small quiet campground located along the western shores of Lake Ouachita. Little fir is a popular destination for many anglers who desire a quiet atmosphere while still being close to prime fishing habitat.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 29 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
29 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Back-in | 30 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | A | Back-in | 35 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | A | Back-in | 35 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | A | Back-in | 35 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | A | Back-in | 40 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | A | Back-in | 40 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | A | 30 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes | |
| 8 | A | 40 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes | |
| 9 | A | Back-in | 30 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | A | Back-in | 30 | 50/30/20 amp | Yes / No | 12 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground has 29 sites with water and 50 amp hookups. Other amenities include shower house, dump station, and boat ramp
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Mount Ida, AR: Take US 270 west to AR-27 North. Continue on AR-27 North for 4.8 miles and. then turn right onto state hwy 188 for 8 miles. The Little Fir Campground entrance will be on your. right.
| Coordinates | 34.6321° N, 93.4702° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Razorback Camper Sales, Inc. ↗ | 22.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 36.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | American Outdoor Sports ↗ | 48.5 mi |
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Video
Video of Little Fir Recreation Area, AR from Cheri H.
Worth a stop
Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.
- 4.3 miHighway 27 Fishing Village ↗Fishing site
- 10.8 miFulton Branch Day Use ↗Day use
- 12.3 miBrady Mountain Resort And Marina ↗Boat launch
- 13.8 miNorth Shores Resort And Marina ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 4.2 miLovit - Thompkins Bend Spur0.2 mi trail
- 4.4 miWomble Trail South ↗25.8 mi trail
- 4.4 miWomble Trail North ↗12 mi trail
- 4.6 miLovit - Eagle Vista Spur1 mi trail
- 4.8 miLovit - Holly Spur0.3 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Ouachita National Forest.
- inOuachita National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,724,422 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Buckville CemeterySite · Avant · 7.4 mi
- Charlton Spillway–DamStructure · Crystal Springs · 9.4 mi
- Womble District Administration House No. 1Building · Mt. Ida · 9.9 mi
Natural features
Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.
Recreation
World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface. Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Little Fir?
Sites at Little Fir are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Little Fir?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Little Fir have?
29 sites, including 29 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Little Fir?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Little Fir have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Little Fir?
Other amenities include shower house, dump station, and boat ramp
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Little Fir?
Yes, pets are allowed at Little Fir. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Little Fir?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Little Fir?
World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Little Fir is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Joplin (4.2 mi), Highway 27 Campground (4.3 mi, first-come), and Tompkins Bend (4.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby