Stephens Park
Campground · 9 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 9
- Bookable sites
- 20 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 407 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is Stephens Park. This small quiet campground has great shoreline fishing access in the Stephens Park and Avery Day-use Area. There is also boat ramp access nearby for Lake Ouachita by using the Spillway Ramp and access to Lake Hamilton using the Avery Ramp. In the area is Wood Duck Slough trail and the east end of the LOViT (Lake Ouachita Vista Trail). The LOViT is a 44 mile long trail system that meanders along the south end of Lake Ouachita.
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.
Recreation
Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.
Facilities
The campground has 9 large class A sites with sewer, water, and 50 amp hookups. Other amenities include shower house and playground.
Natural Features
Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.Nearby Attractions
Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.
The facts
- 9 bookable sites
- 10 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 20 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: A
Site types
- 9 RV Electric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
10 campsites at Stephens Park
Check-in 06:00 PM · Check-out 04:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAV 1 | — | Management | — | Paved | Lakefront | 20 ft | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 1 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 2 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 3 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | — | — | 20 ft | — | |
| 4 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 5 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 6 | A | Rv Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 7 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 8 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — | |
| 9 | A | Rv Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | — |
Getting there
From Hot Springs, AR: Take US 270 west to AR-227 N/Mountain Pine Rd for 6 miles. Continue straight on Blakely Dam road through Mountain Pine and past Mountain Pine school. Stephens Park Campground will be on your left just before you get to the base of Blakely Mountain Dam.
34.57056, -93.19021 · 34°34'14.0"N 93°11'24.8"W
Typical weather
Typically 91°F in Aug, down to 50°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 50 | 54 | 63 | 72 | 79 | 87 | 91 | 91 | 84 | 73 | 61 | 52 |
| Low °F | 29 | 32 | 38 | 46 | 56 | 63 | 67 | 66 | 60 | 48 | 38 | 32 |
| Precip in | 3.9 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 3.3 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 5.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.3 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 Stephens Park
- Can you reserve a site at Stephens Park?
- Yes, Stephens Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Stephens Park have?
- 10 sites in total, of which 9 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Stephens Park?
- 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Stephens Park?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Stephens Park.
- Does Stephens Park have hookups?
- Electric, Water, Sewer.
- Are campfires allowed at Stephens Park?
- Campfires are allowed at Stephens Park. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Stephens Park
- Stephens Park Day-Use 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Avery 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Spillway (Lake Ouachita) 1.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Brady Mountain 4.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Brady Mountain Day-Use 4.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crystal Springs (AR) Day-Use 9.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Gulpha Gorge Campground 9.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crystal Springs (AR) 9.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Charlton Recreation Area 11.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Joplin 14.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mid America Science Museum 5.5 mi · Facility
- Camp Clearfork 12.3 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 501-767-2101
- Email lakeouachita@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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