Jefferson Ridge
Jefferson Ridge Campground is located on Dierks Lake in southwestern Arkansas. Rugged ridges bordering the lake create stunning views, and visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and hunting.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 81 |
| tent only electric | 3 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
86 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | None | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 002 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 21 | Gravel | None | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |
| 003 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 21 | Gravel | None | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |
| 004 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Paved | None | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 005 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 006 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 007 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 008 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 009 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 010 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 12 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
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 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 124 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 004, 005, 006 and 32 more are listed accessible |
This year-round campground offers 85 family sites and two day-use group picnic shelters. All sites include full electric and water hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dump stations.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Dierks, Arkansas, travel 5 miles west on US-70, then 5 miles north on Green Chapel Road. Follow signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Dierks, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.1482° N, 94.1267° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireSouth White Wolf
33 mi from the campground · 128 acres · 75% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 41 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Premier Outdoor Equipment ↗ | 47.3 mi |
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Video
Video of Jefferson Ridge - Dierks Lake, AR from Jon D.
Worth a stop
Crater of Diamonds State Park, Little Missouri Falls, and Cossatot River State Park are popular recreational areas located in close proximity to Dierks Lake.
- 7.2 mi
- 7.7 mi
Public land it sits in
Ouachita National Forest begins about 1.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 1.4 miOuachita National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,724,422 acres
- 15 miCaney Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 14,262 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.
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On the National Register nearby
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Natural features
Sitting in the Ouachita Mountain Region of Arkansas, Dierks Lake is fed by the Saline River.
Recreation
The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie fishing. Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of waterfowl. A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional recreation opportunities.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Jefferson Ridge?
Sites at Jefferson Ridge are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Jefferson Ridge?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Jefferson Ridge have?
87 sites, including 81 standard sites with power, 3 tent only electric, and 2 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Jefferson Ridge?
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 Jefferson Ridge have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Jefferson Ridge?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dump stations.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Jefferson Ridge?
Yes, pets are allowed at Jefferson Ridge. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Jefferson Ridge?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Jefferson Ridge?
Sites 001, 004, 005, and 006 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 36 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Jefferson Ridge?
The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Jefferson Ridge?
Dierks, Arkansas. Crater of Diamonds State Park, Little Missouri Falls, and Cossatot River State Park are popular recreational areas located in close proximity to Dierks Lake.
Source: Getting there
What if Jefferson Ridge is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Horseshoe Bend (2.2 mi), Blue Ridge Park (3.7 mi), and Cossatot Reefs (7.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby