Lake Ouachita State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- arkansas.com(501) 767-9366
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Lake Ouachita State Park is a 461-acre park in Garland County, about 12 miles northwest of Hot Springs.
For overnight stays there are 4 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor center | Daily | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Visitor Center: Open daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Campground/Picnic Area: Open all year
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Arkansas State Parks reservations (reserve.arkansasstateparks.com)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording
(Cabin #1 & 2) Cabin 1 is also ADA and Dog Friendly (Cabins #3, 4, 5, & 6) Cabin #5 is ADA and Dog Friendly
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camper Cabin Camper Cabin | — | Camper Cabin | — |
| Class AAA - Water/50 Amp/Sewer Class AAA - Water/50 Amp/Sewer | — | Water/50 Amp/Sewer | — |
| Walk-in Site - Tent (Lake Ouachita) Walk-in Site - Tent (Lake Ouachita) | — | — | |
| Class D - No Hookups Class D - No Hookups | — | None | — |
Camping details from the park
Camper Cabin
Walk-in Site - Tent (Lake Ouachita)
Class D - No Hookups
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Full Service Cabins
Full Service Cabins
The full-service cabins at Lake Ouachita State Parks have all the amenities guests need for a relaxing getaway including satellite television, heat and air conditioning, full kitchens with cookware and dinnerware. Linens are provided in these cabins. Outdoor seating is also provided. (See cabin photos)
- 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Cabin with fireplace and Spa-tub. Sleeps 10. (Cabin #1 & 2) Cabin 1 is also ADA and Dog Friendly
- 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Cabin with fireplace and Spa-tub. Sleeps 6. (Cabins #3, 4, 5, & 6) Cabin #5 is ADA and Dog Friendly
- 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Cabin no Spa-tub. Sleeps 10. (Cabins # 7 & 8)
Things to do
Camping
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caddo Bend Trail | — | — | Trail page: https://www.arkansas.com/state-parks/explore/trails/caddo-bend-trail |
| Dogwood Trail | — | — | Trail page: https://www.arkansas.com/state-parks/explore/trails/dogwood-trail |
Boating and paddling
22 ft. Barge w/90 hp Motor
8 Hour Daily Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $350
6 Hour Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $315
Deposit : $50
Half Day Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $275
Canoe
Daily Rate: $40
Half-daily Rate: $25
Per Hour: $12.5
Solo Kayak
Kayaks are available through a kiosk at the marina.
Tandem Kayak
26 ft. Tri-Toon Party Barge w/Upper Deck and 150 hp Motor
Daily Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $500
6 Hour Rate: $465
Deposit : $50
Half Day Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $440
Flat Bottom Boat
8 Hour Daily Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $85
6 Hour Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $72.5
Half Day Rate (Plus Tax & Fuel): $60
Slip Rental - Transient Slip
Daily Rate: $20
Amenities
Water
- Marina or boat slips
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Sewer hookups
Lodging
- Cabins
- Glamping or camper cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 5451 Mountain Pine Rd
Mountain Pine, AR 71956 - Nearest town
- Hot Springs — about 12 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 34.6186, -93.1767
- Phone
- (501) 767-9366
- lakeouachita@arkansas.com
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Arkansas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Arkansas State Parks park map (Leaflet features in drupalSettings)
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology