Piney Bay
Campers come here to get a break from the city and take advantage of the ample swimming, boating and fishing opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 86 |
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 80 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
92 sites in 7 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | A | Electric | Back-in | 80 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| A2 | A | Electric | Back-in | 75 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| A3 | A | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| A4 | A | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| A5 | A | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| B01 | B | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| B02 | B | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| B03 | B | Electric | Back-in | 29 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| B04 | B | Electric | Back-in | 31 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| B05 | B | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 80 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites B19, B23, B27, F2 and 1 more are listed accessible |
Piney Bay offers 68 reservable campsites, all equipped with electric hookups, along with a large group picnic shelter. Campers enjoy hot showers, two boat ramps, a playground and a swim beach.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From London, Arkansas, take US-64 west for 3 miles to State Route 359 north. Continue for 3.5 miles and follow signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | London, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 35.3994° N, 93.3144° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | American Outdoor Sports ↗ | 13.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Moix RV Supercenter ↗ | 54.3 mi |
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Explore
Video
Piney Bay Campground Review
Worth a stop
Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary, with nearly 86 acres of wetlands and low woods, provide an ideal habitat for native wildlife. Visitors can explore the area on the six-mile trail system.
- 0.2 miPiney Bay Day Use ↗Day use
- 9 miSpadra Day Use ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Ozark-St. Francis National Forest.
- inOzark-St. Francis National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,532,900 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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Natural features
Situated between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake stems from the Arkansas River and spans 40,000 acres. Wooded area and hills surround the lake. The region is a favorite destination for bald eagles in wintertime.
Recreation
Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The lake is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Piney Bay?
Sites at Piney Bay are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Piney Bay?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Piney Bay have?
92 sites, including 86 standard sites with power, 5 standard sites without power, and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Piney Bay?
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 Piney Bay have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Piney Bay?
Campers enjoy hot showers, two boat ramps, a playground and a swim beach.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Piney Bay?
Yes, pets are allowed at Piney Bay. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Piney Bay?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Piney Bay?
Sites B19, B23, B27, and F2 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 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
Is there cell service at Piney Bay?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Piney Bay?
Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Piney Bay?
London, Arkansas. Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary, with nearly 86 acres of wetlands and low woods, provide an ideal habitat for native wildlife.
Source: Getting there