Merrisach Lake

Campground · Arkansas · 69 bookable sites ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Wilbur D. Mills Pool Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

69
Bookable sites
103 ft
Max rig length
up to 75
People per site
168 ft
Elevation
Merrisach Lake
Photo: USACE - Ranger Walker · Recreation.gov

Overview

Merrisach Lake Campground and Day Use Park is situated on the banks of Merrisach Lake and the Arkansas Post Canal in the lush bottomland forest of eastern Arkansas. The campground is described as off the beaten path, providing visitors with the peace and quiet to enjoy fishing, hunting, picnicking and boating.

Recreation

The campground and day use park offers visitors the perfect amount of seclusion to enjoy the outdoors. Visitors enjoy fishing for bass, crappie and catfish in Merrisach Lake and other tributaries of Pool 2. The tailwaters of Wilbur D. Mills Dam provide excellent opportunities to catch many species of gamefish, especially catfish. Visitors to this area also find great hunting, birding and boating opportunities. Merrisach sits on the famed Mississippi Flyway, where millions of songbirds, ducks, geese and butterflies pass during migration.

Facilities

Campsites are spacious, with a few backing right up to the lake. Most sites offer electric and water hookups. Additional amenities include hot showers, a playground, boat ramp and dump station. Two large group picnic shelters are available, and can accommodate up to 75 guests each.

Natural Features

The Arkansas Post Canal creates a waterway from the Arkansas River to the White River, and Merrisach Lake stems from the pool between the Wilbur D. Mills Dam and Lock Number 2. Wilbur D. Mills Pool boasts 96 miles of shoreline and 10,600 acres of water.

Nearby Attractions

The Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge is a haven for wildlife and migratory birds, and is one of the largest remaining bottomland hardwood forests in the Mississippi River Valley. The National Park Services's Arkansas Post National Memorial is also a great place to visit while camping in the area.

The facts

  • 69 bookable sites
  • 2 sites for day use only
  • Vehicles up to 103 ft
  • Up to 75 people per site
  • Loops: A, B, C, D, E, MERRISACH

Site types

  • 66 Standard Electric
  • 1 Group Shelter Electric
  • 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
  • 1 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Campfires allowed
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

69 campsites at Merrisach Lake

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
A-01AStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
A-02AStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft8 🐾
A-03AStandard ElectricBack InPaved59 ft8 🐾
A-04AStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
A-05AStandard NonelectricBack InPaved27 ft8 🐾
A-06AStandard ElectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
A-07AStandard ElectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
A-08AStandard ElectricBack InPaved80 ft8 🐾
A-09AStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
A-10AStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
A-11AStandard ElectricBack InPaved73 ft8 🐾
A-12AStandard ElectricBack InPaved90 ft8 🐾
A-13AStandard ElectricBack InPaved80 ft8 🐾
A-14AStandard ElectricBack InPaved49 ft8 🐾
B-01BStandard ElectricBack InGravel49 ft8 🐾
B-02BStandard ElectricBack InGravel53 ft8 🐾
B-03BStandard ElectricBack InGravel43 ft8 🐾
B-04BStandard ElectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾
B-05BStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
B-06BStandard ElectricBack InGravel89 ft8 🐾
B-07BStandard ElectricBack InGravel96 ft8 🐾
B-08BStandard ElectricBack InGravel75 ft8 🐾
B-09BStandard ElectricBack InGravel25 ft8 🐾
B-10BStandard ElectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾
B-11BStandard ElectricBack InGravel75 ft8 🐾
B-12BStandard ElectricBack InGravel54 ft8 🐾
B-13BStandard ElectricBack InGravel60 ft8 🐾
B-14BStandard ElectricBack InGravel100 ft8 🐾
C-01CStandard ElectricBack InPaved75 ft8 🐾
C-02CStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
C-03CStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
C-04CStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
C-05CStandard ElectricBack InPaved63 ft8 🐾
D-01DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-02DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-03DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-04DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-05DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-06DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-07DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-08DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-09DStandard ElectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
D-10DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-11DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-12DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-13DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-14DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-15DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
D-16DStandard ElectricBack InPaved—8 🐾
E-01EStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8 🐾
E-02EStandard ElectricBack InPaved73 ft8 🐾
E-03EStandard ElectricBack InPaved100 ft8 🐾
E-04EStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8 🐾
E-05EStandard ElectricBack InPaved97 ft8 🐾
E-06EStandard ElectricBack InPaved75 ft8 🐾
E-07EStandard ElectricBack InPaved80 ft8 🐾
E-08EStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
E-09EStandard ElectricBack InPaved43 ft8 🐾
E-10EStandard ElectricBack InPaved97 ft8 🐾
E-11EStandard ElectricBack InPaved46 ft8 🐾
E-12EStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
E-13EStandard ElectricBack InPaved68 ft8 🐾
E-14EStandard ElectricBack InPaved103 ft8 🐾
E-15EStandard ElectricBack InPaved98 ft8 🐾
E-16EStandard ElectricBack InPaved75 ft8 🐾
E-17EStandard ElectricBack InPaved75 ft8 🐾
E-18EStandard ElectricBack InPaved75 ft8 🐾
SHELT1MERRISACHGroup Shelter Electric—Gravel—75 🐾
SHELT4MERRISACHGroup Shelter Nonelectric—Gravel—75 🐾

Getting there

From DeWitt, Arkansas, take US-165 south for 8.1 miles to State Route 44. Turn east for 5.3 miles and continue south onto Tichnor Blacktop Rd. After 10 miles, turn right onto Merrisach Lake Lane and continue into the park.

34.03028, -91.26639 · 34°1'49.0"N 91°15'59.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 52°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F525765738187909085756254
Low °F353946546370737266554538
Precip in4.85.25.55.85.03.33.03.42.64.54.46.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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More photos

Merrisach Lake - Nature Trail
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov
Merrisach Lake - Playground 2
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Merrisach Lake

Can you reserve a site at Merrisach Lake?
Yes, Merrisach Lake is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Merrisach Lake have?
69 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Merrisach Lake?
103 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Merrisach Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Merrisach Lake.
Does Merrisach Lake have hookups?
Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Merrisach Lake?
Campfires are allowed at Merrisach Lake. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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