Little Fir
Campground · 29 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 29
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 12
- People per site
- 595 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Little Fir is a small quiet campground located along the western shores of Lake Ouachita. Little fir is a popular destination for many anglers who desire a quiet atmosphere while still being close to prime fishing habitat.
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.
Recreation
World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.
Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake.
Facilities
The campground has 29 sites with water and 50 amp hookups. Other amenities include shower house, dump station, and boat ramp
Natural Features
Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.Nearby Attractions
Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.
The facts
- 29 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 12 people per site
- Loops: A, B
Site types
- 29 Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Pets allowed
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: fire pits, shade.
29 campsites at Little Fir
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 10 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 11 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 12 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 13 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 20 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 14 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 15 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 25 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 16 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 17 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 2 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 3 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 4 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 5 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 6 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 7 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 8 | A | Standard Electric | — | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 9 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 18 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 19 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 20 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 21 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 22 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 23 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 24 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 25 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 26 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 27 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 28 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 29 | B | Standard Electric | — | — | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Mount Ida, AR: Take US 270 west to AR-27 North. Continue on AR-27 North for 4.8 miles and
then turn right onto state hwy 188 for 8 miles. The Little Fir Campground entrance will be on your
right.
34.63206, -93.47025 · 34°37'55.4"N 93°28'12.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.8 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Little Fir
- Can you reserve a site at Little Fir?
- Yes, Little Fir is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Little Fir have?
- 29 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Little Fir?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Little Fir?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Little Fir.
- Does Little Fir have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Little Fir?
- Campfires are allowed at Little Fir. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 501-767-2101
- Email lakeouachita@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-14.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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