Willow Beach
Willow Beach Campground is located near the David D.Terry Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River. The wealth of recreational opportunities in the Arkansas River Valley provides visitors with endless fun for the whole family. Outdoor activities such as camping, picnicking, boating and sightseeing are favorite pastimes.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 21 |
| group shelter electric | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 84 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | Group Shelter Electric | Paved | 20 amp | Yes / – | 75 / 20 | Yes | Standard | ||||
| S2 | Group Shelter Electric | Paved | 20 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 75 / 20 | Yes | Standard | |||
| S3 | Group Shelter Electric | 20 amp | Yes / – | 75 / 20 | Yes | ||||||
| F-01 | Electric | Back-in | 80 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| F-02 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| F-03 | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| F-04 | Electric | Back-in | 62 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| F-05 | Electric | Back-in | 62 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| F-06 | Electric | Back-in | 66 | Paved | Partial | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| F-07 | Electric | Back-in | 66 | Paved | Full | 20/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard |
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 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 84 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites S1, S2, S3, F-01 and 20 more are listed accessible |
Willow Beach Campground offers 21 campsites with electric and water hookups, as well as three reservable group picnic shelters for day use. Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp and playground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Little Rock, Arkansas, take U.S. Highway 165 east for 2.5 miles. Turn right on Colonel Manard Road and continue for three miles. Turn right again onto Blue Heron Parkway and follow signs to Willow Beach Park.
| Nearest town | Pine Bluff, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.6992° N, 92.1372° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireJefferson 315
31 mi from the campground · 176 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 5.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Ozark Outdoor Supply ↗ | 12.3 mi |
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Worth a stop
Little Rock, the state capital and largest city of Arkansas, is just minutes away, offering groceries, gas, restaurants and tourist attractions.
- under 0.1 mi
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The park is in a forested area along the riverfront, close to the rolling fields of cotton farms. It is 193 feet above sea level; winters are generally mild and summer temperatures reach the upper 90s with high humidity. Red fox are frequently seen in the park, along with deer and armadillo, and numerous species of waterfowl live in the water and along the shores.
Recreation
Willow Beach has a boat ramp and offers excellent fishing, especially in the old river cutoffs and the tail-waters of the dam and Murry Lock and Dam upstream. Anglers often catch bass, crappie and bream in the Arkansas River. Hunting is available in nearby forests, and there is duck hunting on the waterways. On shore, families enjoy picnicking and using the playground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Willow Beach?
Sites at Willow Beach are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Willow Beach?
Check-in 6:00 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Willow Beach have?
24 sites, including 21 standard sites with power and 3 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Willow Beach?
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 Willow Beach have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Willow Beach?
Additional amenities include a dump station, hot showers, a boat ramp and playground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Willow Beach?
Yes, pets are allowed at Willow Beach. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Willow Beach?
Sites S1, S2, S3, and F-01 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 24 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 Willow Beach?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Willow Beach?
Willow Beach has a boat ramp and offers excellent fishing, especially in the old river cutoffs and the tail-waters of the dam and Murry Lock and Dam upstream. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Willow Beach?
Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Little Rock, the state capital and largest city of Arkansas, is just minutes away, offering groceries, gas, restaurants and tourist attractions.
Source: Getting there
What if Willow Beach is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tar Camp (17.3 mi), Maumelle (19 mi), and Toad Suck (34.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby