Willow Beach
WILLOW BEACH
Part of Arkansas River - Terry Lock and Dam
Overview
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.
Facilities
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.
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.
Nearby Attractions
Little Rock, the state capital and largest city of Arkansas, is just minutes away, offering groceries, gas, restaurants and tourist attractions.Important Notices
- Campground host is on duty from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Park is open from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.
STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.
Available Activities
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Boating
Directions
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.
Contact Information
Phone: 501-961-1332
PO BOX 7835PINE BLUFF, AR 71611-7835
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site F-18, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-10, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-03, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-09, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site S3, Loop WBEA, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site F-12, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-02, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-15, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-11, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-04, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-20, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-06, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-01, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-13, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-19, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-05, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site S2, Loop WBEA, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site F-14, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-17, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-16, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site S1, Loop WBEA, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site F-08, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-07, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
- Site F-21, Loop WBEA, Type Standard Electric
