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Contact Greers Ferry Project Office

Location

Greers Ferry Project Office

P.O. Box 1088
Heber Springs, AR 72543

Phone Numbers

Project Office: (501) 362-2416

Visitor Center: (501) 362-9067

Email

ceswl-gf@usace.army.mil

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Greers Ferry Lake Recreation Activities

World-class fishing, camping, boating, and outdoor recreation in the heart of the Arkansas Ozarks

Campgrounds

13 Parks

Boat Ramps

22 Launches

Marinas

9 Available

Swimming Areas

9 Beaches

General Information

Day use fees, pet policies, and payment information

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Pets are NOT allowed in Day Use Areas around Greers Ferry Lake.

Payment Information: All Day-Use Fees are payable only through credit card. No cash can be accepted.

Day Use Fees

Access to designated swimming and day use areas requires a fee:

Daily Fee: $5 per vehicle
Annual Pass: $40 per year
America the Beautiful Pass Holders: FREE

For current conditions, availability, and additional information, contact the Greers Ferry Project Office at (501) 362-2416 or visit our facilities during operating hours.

Boating

22 boat ramps and 9 marinas provide access to 31,500 acres of clear, blue water

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With over 30,000 surface acres of clear, blue water to explore, Greers Ferry has room for boaters, skiers and fishermen to enjoy. Fuel, supplies and services are available at 9 marinas operated by private businesses. Twenty-two launch ramps provide access to those wishing to enjoy a day on the lake.

Launch Ramp Fees: Some ramps require a day use fee of $5 per day or purchase of a $40 annual pass.

SAFETY RESTRICTION: Boats are not allowed inside the buoyed line of Greers Ferry Dam.

Boating Safety Tips

Wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket - many types and styles are available
Check all safety equipment, replace and repair before launching
File a float plan with family and friends
Be a courteous boater - follow the rules of the road
Swimming near or under platforms on outboard motorboats, where CO (carbon monoxide) fumes accumulate, can kill

Marinas & Services

Nine full-service marinas around the lake offer:

Boat fuel and supplies
Boat rentals
Repair services
Slip rentals
General store items

Fishing

World record walleye and premier trout fishing on the Little Red River

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World-Class Fishery: Greers Ferry is home of the world record walleye (22lb. 11oz.) and state record hybrid-striped bass (27lb. 5 oz.)

Lake Fishing

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has stocked almost every game fish native to the state in the lake. The lake supports healthy populations of:

Bass: Black bass varieties
Bream: Bluegill and sunfish
Crappie: White and black crappie
Catfish: Channel and flathead
Walleye: World record fish
White Bass: Spring runs
Hybrid-Striped Bass: State record fish

Courtesy docks at designated launching ramps around the lake have been provided by various organizations for the benefit of all boaters.

Little Red River Trout Fishing

The Little Red River, downstream of Greers Ferry Dam, is known world-wide as a premier trout fishery. The river is home to several trout species including brown, brook, cutthroat and rainbow.

World Record: A world record brown trout (1992 – 2009) weighing 40 lb. 4 oz. was taken from the river in 1992.

Trout fishing on the Little Red River makes for exciting memories every day of the year. The cold, clear waters released from Greers Ferry Dam create ideal conditions for trophy trout.

Whether you fish every day, once a month or once a year, Greers Ferry provides angling excitement all year long.

Swimming

Nine designated swimming areas perfect for cooling off on sunny summer days

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Many parks offer designated swimming areas that are perfect spots to cool off on a sunny, summer day.

Swimming Locations

Designated swimming areas are available at:

Choctaw Park
Cove Creek Park
Dam Site Park
Devils Fork Park
Heber Springs Park
Hill Creek Park
Old Highway 25 Park
Shiloh Park
Sugar Loaf Park

Day Use Fees: $5 per vehicle or $40 annual pass required for designated swimming areas. America the Beautiful card holders swim free.

Swimming Safety

Swimmers are reminded to:

Swim and wade only where you are familiar with water depths and the bottom
Swim in the company of others - never swim alone
Do not overestimate your swimming ability - distances are deceiving over water
Watch children closely at all times
Avoid boat channels, launching ramps and docks
Remember that horseplay in the water can result in injuries
Wear Coast Guard approved life jackets when around water

Camping

13 campgrounds with over 900 campsites - from rustic to full hookups

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General Information

Season: Most parks open May 15 – September 15. Dam Site, John F. Kennedy, Devils Fork, and Choctaw are open year round.
Reservations: Made through Recreation One Stop at 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov
Advance Booking: Individual campsites 6 months in advance, group areas 12 months in advance
100% Reservable: Sites must have a reservation to occupy

Amenities

Electrical Outlets: Available at most sites
Water: Municipal drinking water supplies all parks
Sewer: No individual sewer hookups available
Dump Stations: Located at all fee parks except Mill Creek
Showers: Modern facilities at all campgrounds except Cherokee and Mill Creek
Playgrounds: Located at John F. Kennedy, Heber Springs, Old Highway 25, Devils Fork, Dam Site, Shiloh, Sugar Loaf and Choctaw Parks

Group Camping

Group camping provided at Shiloh and Old Hwy 25 Park - $150.00 fee/night. Advanced reservation required.

PET POLICY: NO PETS ALLOWED IN DAY USE AREAS

Cherokee Park

Location: From Drasco, AR, take Hwy 92 West 7 miles then 3 miles south on Brownsville Road

Address: 475 Cherokee Park Road, Greers Ferry, AR 72067

Facilities: 30 campsites (17 with electric), vault toilet, drinking water, dump station, and launch ramp

Fees: $16 non-electric, $18 with electric

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Choctaw Park

Location: From Clinton, AR, take US 65 5 miles south to AR 330 then 3.5 miles east

Address: 3850 Hwy 330 East, Clinton, AR 72031

Phone: (501) 745-8320

Facilities: 106 campsites (85 with electric), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, playground, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: $16 non-electric, $18 for 20/30 amp, $20 for 50 amp, $22 for 20/30 amp & water, $24 for 50 amp & water

Season: Year round

Make a Reservation

Cove Creek Park

Location: From Heber Springs, travel 6.3 miles southwest on SR 25, then 3 miles northwest on SR 16, then 1.25 miles northeast on access road

Address: 734 Cove Creek Road, Quitman, AR 72131

Phone: (501) 589-3568

Facilities: 48 campsites (28 with electric), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, and picnic shelter

Fees: $16 non-electric, $18 for 20/30 amp, $20 for 50 amp, $22 for 20/30 amp & water, $24 for 50 amp & water

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Dam Site Park

Location: From Heber Springs, take Hwy-25 3 miles north and follow signs

Address: 315 Heber Springs Road North, Heber Springs, AR 72543

Phone: (501) 362-5233

Facilities: 211 campsites (131 with electric), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, playground, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: Year round

Make a Reservation

Devils Fork Park

Location: From Greers Ferry, take SR 16 1/4 mile north and follow signs

Address: 73 Devils Fork Road, Greers Ferry, AR 72067

Phone: (501) 825-8618

Facilities: 55 campsites with electric, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramps, swimming areas, playground, and picnic shelter

Fees: $16 non-electric, $18 for 20/30 amp, $20 for 50 amp, $22 for 20/30 amp & water, $24 for 50 amp & water

Season: Year round

Make a Reservation

Heber Springs Park

Location: From Heber Springs, travel 2 miles west on Hwy 110, then 0.5 mile north on Park Road

Address: 89 Park Road, Heber Springs, AR 72543

Phone: (501) 250-0485

Facilities: 114 campsites (95 with electric), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, playground, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Hill Creek Park

Location: From Drasco, take Hwy 92 west 12 miles to Hwy 225, travel Hwy 225 northwest 3 miles, then 2 miles south on Hill Creek Road

Address: 474 Hill Creek Road, Edgemont, AR 72044

Phone: (870) 948-2419

Facilities: 26 campsites (21 with electric), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramps, swimming area, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

John F. Kennedy Park

Location: From Heber Springs, take Hwy 25 north 4 miles, cross dam, and turn right on the second road

Address: 375 Hatchery Road, Heber Springs, AR 72543

Phone: (501) 250-0481

Facilities: 68 campsites with electric (44 have water hookups), flush toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, playground, and picnic shelter

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: Year round

Make a Reservation

Mill Creek Park

Location: From Higden, take Hwy 16 south 2 miles, then Hwy 92 west 1 mile then north 2 miles on Mill Creek Road

Address: 1450 Mill Creek Road, Higden, AR 72067

Facilities: 31 non-electric campsites, vault toilets, launch ramp, and picnic shelter

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Narrows Park

Location: From Greers Ferry, take Hwy 16 southwest for 1/2 mile and follow signs

Address: 7699 Edgemont Road, Greers Ferry, AR 72067

Phone: (501) 825-7602

Facilities: 58 campsites with electric, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Old Highway 25 Park

Location: From Heber Springs, take Hwy 25 6.25 miles north to Hwy 25S, travel Hwy 25S 3 miles west and follow signs

Address: 1500 Old Highway 25, Tumbling Shoals, AR 72581

Phone: (501) 250-0483

Facilities: 116 campsites (80 with electric), group camp area, flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, playground, and picnic shelters

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Shiloh Park

Location: From Greers Ferry, travel 3.5 miles southeast on Hwy 110 and follow signs

Address: 1350 Shiloh Road, Greers Ferry, AR 72067

Phone: (501) 825-8619

Facilities: 100 campsites (53 with electric), group camp area (temporarily closed), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, playground, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Sugar Loaf Park

Location: 12 miles northeast of Bee Branch on State Hwy 92, then 1.5 miles west on State Hwy 337

Address: 1389 Resort Road, Higden, AR 72067

Phone: (501) 654-2267

Facilities: 70 campsites (55 with electric), flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water, dump station, launch ramp, swimming area, playground, picnic shelter, and marina

Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates

Season: May 15 – September 15

Make a Reservation

Hiking & Nature Trails

Five scenic trails from wheelchair-accessible to mountain summit adventures

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Buckeye National Nature Trail

Length: 660 feet (0.125 miles)

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with smooth surface

Features:

Constructed in conjunction with Mossy Bluff Trail
Quality trail experience for persons not physically able to negotiate difficult areas
Two picnic tables for breaks and picnics under forest canopy
Two vista points with lofty views downstream of the dam
Brochures available in large print and Braille at Visitor Center

Collins Creek Trail

Length: Approximately 3,000 feet (0.6 miles)

Accessibility: Portion handicap accessible

Features:

Nature trail follows alongside the stream
Cold-water pipeline from the dam creates year-round cold flows
Rock riffles form pools for trout reproduction
Cost-share environmental restoration project
Public access and interpretive trails

Josh Park Memorial Trail

Length: Primary trail 6,485 feet (1.2 miles)

Location: Within Dam Site Park, off Hwy 25B North near Heber Springs

Features:

Multi-purpose trail for hiking and running
Vault toilet at trailhead
Drinking water available
Picnic area and fitness station
Hosts large multi-school cross-country meet every fall

Mossy Bluff National Nature Trail

Length: 1.6 miles round trip

Hiking Time: Approximately 45 minutes

Trailhead: Just outside the Visitor Center

Features:

Follows along wooded bluff overlooking Little Red River below Greers Ferry Dam
Points of interest: trees grown together as one, lichens in primary succession, balanced rock from weathering
96 steps at trail end lead to spectacular overlook above Little Red River and Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery
Perfect rest spot with stunning views before return walk to Visitor Center

Sugar Loaf Mountain National Nature Trail

Length: 1.6 miles round trip

Hiking Time: Approximately 2 hours

Access: Boat access only - island on western end of upper lake

Nearest Marinas: Sugar Loaf and Fairfield Bay

Unique Island Adventure: Since Sugar Loaf Mountain is an island, the trail can only be reached by boat. A courtesy dock is provided at the trailhead.

Features:

Built by Corps of Engineers Little Rock District employees
Large information sign with trail map at trailhead
Numerous rest stops along winding path
Panoramic views from various elevations
Well-drained trail even after heavy rainfalls

Geology:

Result of long erosional and weathering process
Rock cap has protected underlying softer shale and sandstone
Flat-topped surface with nearly vertical walls (pedimentation)
Rocks are more than 300 million years old

Flora:

Red cedars, sassafras, mimosa, redbud, sumac
Red oak, winged elm, black gum, persimmon, pecan
Sweet gum, red maple, mint trees
Wild grape, saw brier, huckleberry, blackberry
Wild azalea, prickly pear cactus, muscadine

Wildlife:

The island is a game refuge
Deer, raccoons, opossums, fox, mink, bobcat
Rabbits, squirrels, armadillos, turkeys, beaver
Numerous bird species
Lizards, chipmunks, land terrapins in forest floor

Best Seasons:

Spring: Wildflowers blooming in lower elevations
Summer: Best for hiking and sight-seeing
Fall: Radiant colors from frost-touched leaves

The trail attracts many visitors each year including Boy and Girl Scout troops, bird watchers, naturalists, church and school groups, families and individuals - all coming to enjoy the unlimited adventure of Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Hunting

9,000 acres managed for deer, turkey, rabbit, and squirrel hunting

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Wildlife Management Partnership: Wildlife management at Greers Ferry Lake is a coordinated effort between the Corps of Engineers and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

Approximately 9,000 acres of land lying above the conservation pool is leased to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission for wildlife management purposes. This area is known as the Greers Ferry Lake Wildlife Management Area.

Game Species

White-tailed Deer: Good to excellent hunting
Eastern Wild Turkey: Good to excellent hunting
Rabbit: Good populations
Squirrel: Good populations

WEAPON RESTRICTIONS: Deer hunting is restricted to archery tackle only. No rifles (including muzzleloading rifles) or handguns may be used to harvest any game species.

Prohibited Areas

Developed parks
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Areas marked with appropriate signage

Licensing & Regulations

Licenses for hunting and fishing are required in accordance with state and federal law. Sportsmen should consult and follow Arkansas Game and Fish Commission regulations.

Hunting Area Maps

Maps and information available by contacting the Project Office or downloading from these links:

Picnicking

Picnic facilities and shelters available throughout the lake

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Picnicking facilities are available at many parks and are often located near playgrounds. Picnic shelters are ideal for family reunions, weddings, company picnics or civic organization gatherings. Many shelters afford scenic views of the lake.

Picnic Shelter Locations

Shelters are located in all Corps of Engineers parks except:

Cherokee Park
Mill Creek Park
Cove Creek Park

Reservations

Reservations for picnic shelters are not required for Dam Site Shelter #2. Reservation fees vary from location to location.

Phone: Contact Recreation One Stop at 1-877-444-6777
Online: Visit www.recreation.gov for more information

Amenities

Covered shelters with tables
Scenic lake views at many locations
Proximity to playgrounds and swimming areas
Restroom facilities nearby
Parking areas