Aux Arc

Campground · Arkansas · 88 bookable sites ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Ozark Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

88
Bookable sites
86 ft
Max rig length
up to 50
People per site
3
Accessible sites
382 ft
Elevation
Aux Arc Playground
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov

Overview

Download a park map HERE 

Aux Arc Campground sits on the shores of Ozark Lake in the picturesque Arkansas River Valley.

"Aux Arc" is a name that originated with French explorers when they mapped the territory. The term means "the big bend," describing the bend in the Arkansas River. Over time, the name was simplified to "Ozark," thus the name for Ozark Lake.

Recreation

Boating, hiking and picnicking are favorites with locals and visitors alike. Anglers find success with both boat and bank fishing, and popular fish species include catfish, bream, crappie and bass.

Public land surrounding the lake yields deer, quail, squirrels, rabbits, dove, wild turkey, ducks and geese for hunting season.

Facilities

Aux Arc Campground offers spacious, shady campsites with electric and water hookups. Three picnic shelters, with electricity, can be reserved as well. Additional amenities include a dump station, two playgrounds, hot showers and a boat ramp.

Natural Features

Ozark Lake extends 36 miles along the Arkansas River. The shoreline of the lake varies from steep bluffs and tree-lined banks to open farm lands and level fields.

Nearby Attractions

Two of the largest wineries in the state are located in the nearby town of Altus. Here, large grape vineyards reminiscent of the European Rhineland dot the countryside.

The facts

  • 88 bookable sites
  • 91 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 3 sites for day use only
  • 3 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 86 ft
  • Up to 50 people per site
  • Loops: AARC, B, E, F

Site types

  • 81 Standard Electric
  • 3 Group Shelter Electric
  • 3 Management
  • 3 Standard Nonelectric
  • 1 RV Electric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Sewer hookups
  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

91 campsites at Aux Arc

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
A01AARCManagementBack InPaved38 ft8 🐾
A02AARCStandard NonelectricBack InPaved31 ft8 🐾
A03AARCStandard NonelectricBack InPaved19 ft8 🐾
A04AARCStandard NonelectricBack InPaved38 ft8 🐾
C01AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved80 ft8 🐾
C02AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved76 ft8 🐾
C03AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
C04AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
C05AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
C06AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
C07AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved51 ft8 🐾
C08AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
C09AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved54 ft8 🐾
C10AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved54 ft8 🐾
C11AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
C12AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
D01AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved57 ft8 🐾
D02AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved70 ft8 🐾
D03AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved67 ft8 🐾
D04AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8 🐾
D05AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved65 ft8 🐾
D06AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved65 ft8 🐾
D07AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved68 ft8 🐾
D08AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved64 ft8 🐾
D09AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved70 ft8 🐾
D10AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved65 ft8 🐾
D11AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved66 ft8 🐾
D12AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved67 ft8 🐾
D13AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved71 ft8 🐾
D14AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved65 ft8 🐾
D15AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved65 ft8 🐾
D16AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved69 ft8 🐾
D17AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved70 ft8 🐾
D18AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved67 ft8 🐾
D19AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved69 ft8 🐾
D20AARCStandard ElectricBack InPaved67 ft8 🐾
GS1AARCGroup Shelter Electric—Paved23 ft50♿ 🐾
GS2AARCGroup Shelter Electric—Paved23 ft50♿ 🐾
GS3AARCGroup Shelter Electric—Paved23 ft50♿ 🐾
B01BStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8 🐾
B02BStandard ElectricBack InPaved64 ft8 🐾
B03BStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft8 🐾
B04BStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
B05BStandard ElectricBack InPaved59 ft8 🐾
B06BStandard ElectricBack InPaved44 ft8 🐾
B07BStandard ElectricBack InPaved43 ft8 🐾
B08BStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
B09BStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
B10BStandard ElectricBack InPaved49 ft8 🐾
B11BStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
B12BStandard ElectricBack InPaved44 ft8 🐾
B13BStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
B14BStandard ElectricBack InPaved49 ft8 🐾
B15BStandard ElectricBack InPaved86 ft8 🐾
B16BStandard ElectricBack InPaved69 ft8 🐾
B17BStandard ElectricBack InPaved75 ft8 🐾
B18BStandard ElectricBack InPaved72 ft8 🐾
B19BStandard ElectricBack InPaved68 ft8 🐾
B20BStandard ElectricBack InPaved72 ft8 🐾
B21BStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
B22BStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft8 🐾
B23BStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
B24BStandard ElectricBack InPaved62 ft8 🐾
B25BStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
B26BStandard ElectricBack InPaved46 ft8 🐾
B27BStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
B28BManagementBack InPaved56 ft8 🐾
E1EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E2EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E3EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E4EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E5EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E6EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E7EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
E8EStandard ElectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
F01FRv ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F02FManagementBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F03FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F04FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F05FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F06FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F07FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F08FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F09FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F10FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F11FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F12FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F13FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F14FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F15FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
F16FStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾

Getting there

From Ozark, Arkansas, take SR-23 south for 1.5 miles to SR-309. Turn left and follow signs to the park.

35.47028, -93.81806 · 35°28'13.0"N 93°49'5.0"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F————————————
Low °F————————————
Precip in3.43.04.05.05.74.24.03.53.84.54.64.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

More photos

PARK MAP
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov
Day use area
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov

Member photos

Common questions about Aux Arc

Can you reserve a site at Aux Arc?
Yes, Aux Arc is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Aux Arc have?
91 sites in total, of which 88 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Aux Arc?
86 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Aux Arc?
Yes, pets are allowed at Aux Arc.
Does Aux Arc have hookups?
Electric, Water, Sewer.
Are campfires allowed at Aux Arc?
Campfires are allowed at Aux Arc. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-14.

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