Army Corps of Engineers · Greers Ferry Lake · Clinton, AR

Choctaw

Choctaw Park is located on the spacious Greers Ferry Lake nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. In the 19th century, a city named Higden flourished where the lake now rests. The city suffered from frequent flooding and as a result a man-made lake was created for flood control of the area. Today, the city's remains sit below the lake, enticing scuba divers and archeologists alike.

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PlaygroundChoctaw ParkSwim BeachChoctaw Park
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Site mix

Standard with electric85
Standard, no hookups21
group shelter electric2
Host/management40
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

108 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
A01AElectricBack-in47PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A02AElectricBack-in47PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A03AElectricBack-in99PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A04AElectricBack-in71PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A05AElectricBack-in95PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A06AElectricBack-in67PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A07AElectricBack-in44PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2Yes
A08AElectricBack-in50PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2Yes
A09AElectricBack-in31PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2Yes
A10AElectricBack-in36PavedPartial30 amp8 / 2Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water
Max vehicle length99 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Choctaw Park offers 106 sites, 85 of which have electrical hookups. Campers can enjoy the hot showers, group picnic shelter, boat ramp, playground, swimming area and public marina.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

From Clinton, AR, take US 65 5 miles south to AR 330 then 3.5 miles east. Follow signs into campground.

Nearest townClinton, Arkansas
Coordinates35.5356° N, 92.3811° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

RV sales & serviceMoix RV Supercenter ↗30.5 mi
Dump stationDump station ↗32 mi
Outdoor gearSulphur Creek Outfitters ↗41.4 mi

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Natural features

Greers Ferry Lake spans 30,000 acres of north-central Arkansas. The dam creating the reservoir stands at the foot of the beautiful Round Mountain, with water trickling through to the Little Red River.

Recreation

Whether a visitor prefers boating, water skiing, fishing, swimming or scuba diving, Greers Ferry Lake has it all. The river tributaries keep anglers entertained, as they produce some of the largest walleye in the world; the record breaker was a whopping 23 lbs. In spring, the countryside becomes a photographer's paradise with wildflowers, redbud and dogwood trees in full bloom.

Nearby

Explore the quaint historic towns around the lake for shopping and dining. The William Carl Garner Visitor Center is just west of the dam, with exhibits, a children's touch table, and a replica of the world record 40 lb. 4 oz. brown trout caught in the Little Red River downstream of the center.

Guidebooks for Arkansas

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  • The Ozarks: 43 spectacular hikes in Arkansas and Missouri
    Jim Warnock, 2017
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  • Arkansas Nature Lover's Guidebook
    Tim Ernst and Pam Ernst, 2010
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  • Scenic Routes and Byways the Ozarks
    Don Kurz, 2013
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Choctaw?

Sites at Choctaw are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Choctaw?

Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Choctaw have?

148 sites, including 85 standard sites with power, 21 standard sites without power, and 2 group shelter electric.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Choctaw?

Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does Choctaw have hookups?

Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Choctaw?

Campers can enjoy the hot showers, group picnic shelter, boat ramp, playground, swimming area and public marina.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Choctaw?

Yes, pets are allowed at Choctaw. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Choctaw?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Choctaw?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Choctaw?

Whether a visitor prefers boating, water skiing, fishing, swimming or scuba diving, Greers Ferry Lake has it all. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Choctaw?

Clinton, Arkansas. Explore the quaint historic towns around the lake for shopping and dining.

Source: Getting there

What if Choctaw is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Sugar Loaf (6.2 mi), Narrows (10.5 mi), and Devils Fork (11.6 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby