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Highway 7 Recreation Area in Arkansas
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Highway 7 Recreation Area

Degray Lake, Arkansas

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As of September 2026, Highway 7 Recreation Area is a campground in Arkansas with 1 campsite. Highway 7 Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Highway 7 Recreation Area is located at 34.2364ยฐ N, 93.1094ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
50

Highway 7 Recreation Area reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Campsites at Highway 7 Recreation Area

  • Group 1
  • Accessible 1
  • Hookups 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water
  • playground

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, horse riding, water sports.

All sites at Highway 7 Recreation Area, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the 1 loop.

SiteTypeSleepsHookupsAccess
Highway 7 PavilionGroup50Electric, WaterAccessible

About Highway 7 Recreation Area

Overview

Highway 7 is a small, popular scenic area adjacent to State Highway 7. A narrow wooded land spur provides the facilities and ennvironment picnickers enjoy throughout the warm and mild season. A group shelter is located inside the loop turn-around at the extreme west end of the area. The open and gradually sloping land near State Highway 7 provides two beach areas where visitors find relief from high summer temperatures.

Recreation

DeGray Lake hosts thousands of professional fishing tournaments, triathlons and it is one of the most popular swimming destinations in the region. The area is also ideal for boating and jet skiing.

Facilities

Hwy 7 Recreation Area is a day use area that features two swim beaches, playground, two restrooms, numerous picnic areas, and a reservation group use pavilion.

To see USACE DeGray Lake Virtual Tour,click here

Natural Features

The pavilion is located at the end of a tree-covered peninsula. Highway 7 Recreation Area is known for the many black squirrels that call it home. Degray Lake encompasses 13,500 water acres, with 207 miles of shoreline and an average depth of 47 feet.

Nearby Attractions

The DeGray Lake State Resort Park lies on the northern shores of the lake, and kayaking tours, golf, tennis courts and a horseback riding trail are available.

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Highway 7 Recreation Area FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Highway 7 Recreation Area?

Highway 7 Recreation Area is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Highway 7 Recreation Area?

Cancellations happen frequently at Highway 7 Recreation Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Highway 7 Recreation Area have?

Highway 7 Recreation Area has 1 campsites.

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