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Stephens Park Day-Use Campground Reservations

Lake Ouachita

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Stephens Park Day-Use Campground quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Stephens Park Day-Use Campground for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.

As of November 2026, Stephens Park Day-Use Campground is a campground with 1 campsite. Stephens Park Day-Use Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Stephens Park Day-Use Campground is located at 34.5712° N, 93.1919° W.

people allowed on each site: 50

Stephens Park Day-Use Campground reservations and next available dates

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The calendar above shows which nights are open at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground and which are sold out.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 1 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Stephens Park Day-Use Campground, read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground

Group 1
Accessible 1
Hookups 1

Amenities

showers
potable water
playground
boat ramp

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography.

All sites at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Stephens Park Day-Use loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups	Access
PAVILION 1	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible

About Stephens Park Day-Use Campground

Overview

Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is Stephens Park Day-Use Area. This area has great shoreline fishing. 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.

Facilities

The Day-Use Pavilion has electrical hook-ups, picnic tables, and lighting. Other amenities include a bathroom/shower facility and a 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.

Rules and notices at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Stephens Park Day-Use Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

All reservations must be made through recreation.gov.

No off-road vehicles allowed.

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.

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Stephens Park Day-Use Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground?

Campsites at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Stephens Park Day-Use Campground?

Campgrounds near Stephens Park Day-Use Campground include Stephens Park Campground, Avery Campground, Spillway (Lake Ouachita) Campground, Brady Mountain Campground and Brady Mountain Day-Use Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground?

Stephens Park Day-Use Campground 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 Stephens Park Day-Use Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Stephens Park Day-Use Campground, 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. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Stephens Park Day-Use Campground have?

Stephens Park Day-Use Campground has 1 campsites.