Lake Dardanelle State Park

Very beautiful park. We stayed in a "camper site" even though we are tent campers, because we wanted the electrical hookup and to be close to the water edge. We would have liked if we could get in the water right from our campsite, but with the boat docks right there and the rock edge and weeds about, it's probably not a great idea - nonetheless, they have a nice little beach area perfect for the kids. The visitor center is awesome, with lots of aquariums, great views, and a bee hive station - plus plenty of video and reading education. We hiked, we biked, we played on the playground - everything was good here. Only downside is number of bathrooms is a bit sparse, so you will have to walk from your site or from the playground/etc - yep, no bathroom near a playground, kind of poor design if you have kids, you know! Bathrooms we found though were very clean and well taken care of. Hot showers, private bath with shower in it. All in all, this was a great park and if we revisit, we'll stay at the camper sites again but probably with a less obstructed view - that boat dock really ruined the sunsets/etc. The staff was VERY awesome in the park everyone we met. Plenty of parking. Plenty or acreage. Great stay.
Only complaint really was the obnoxious people with dogs who camped here and tied their dog to a tree and weren't paying attention to it at all. I suppose the park employees could check on that activity more often. That, and people with dogs on NO LEASH!

What a gorgeous place. The park is well maintained and the staff was friendly. Well worth a stop. I could have camped here for a month.

Beautiful lake, relaxing place. Lots of history here, including one of the passage ways for the Indians on the Trail of Tears. Check out the office area for huge aquariums, lots of trinkets, history videos and more

Absolutely breathtaking. We were lucky enough to get a spot here. We were so in awe that we extended our stay a 2nd night. The nature center is beautiful. The staff is kind and extremely helpful. This state park has so much to offer. It is extremely well maintained.
They offer a loaner fishing pole program as well. We live 1000 miles away and are already talking about coming back.

The sunset was gorgeous.

Has always been a nice park. Close to things but also a lake/woods vibe. Great improvements to the main shower/bathrooms.

Great park! Has playground, swimming area plenty of room for camping. Lake Dardanelle is so much fun. The visitor center is beautiful and has some really cool things inside to check out and learn. Has plenty of piers to fish off. Bathrooms stay taken care of and clean. The staff at the park is always friendly. Has a small ramp for boats to launch at the rear as well as the main ramp at the park. Has lots of picnic tables around the park to enjoy lunch and watch sunsets!

Absolutely Marvelous lake front area, the pier allows for access for fishing and the views are breathtaking, combined with an assortment of different activities that may be accomplished if you desire! Absolutely ideal place for families and friends to enjoy the water front and camping with a cozy atmosphere in a secure area that's quiet and friendly, with shopping close by and restaurants with your every desire 😀

One of our favorite places to stop and camp if you’re traveling i40. Great access, huge rv camp sites, lake access, bathhouse, boat rentals, lots of activities and cheap! We have stayed 3 different times on our travels.

Wonderful beautiful nice scenery is breathe taking didn't want to leave fishing was ok caught small bream and wind was cool and park was clean they have area just for swimming it had mountains way over straight on front of me. I have pics I will try and load them on here

This place is beautiful well spaced RV spaces. I didn't catch your name but the lady in the office was amazing highly recommend

Nice playground for the kids to play at. Beach access looks like a great time in the summer. A lake with some mountains is always a nice place to stop and take in the scenery. We will visit again next time we are in town.

Beautiful clean day park as well as camping. Small RV spots overall, but pretty individual docks over the lake for many of them. Could use more tent camping space. Playground was a hit and had great shade coverage. Bathroom amenities were clean. Thank you!

We are from out of state and I absolutely love coming to the Lake when we visit here. All facilities and buildings are nice, clean and upkept. Staff workers are always friendly. I love the visitors office and the educational attractions inside. Great for school field trips too. So many things to do here. Tables and grounds are always kept clean and inviting. Love the wildlife always showing up and showing out.
Playground is spacious and dogs are always welcome. Handicap facilities available. Awesome place with a view.

Very beautiful park! While I was there, I spoke to a local fisherman, and while we were talking, he caught a couple of very nice catfish.

We were there 4 nights. The campground is always clean as well as the bathhouse/showers. One of our favorite places to camp.

My dog and I enjoy our walks here. It's very peaceful right near the lake, where they have plenty of picnic areas to enjoy the lovely view. It's as a playground for the kids, and is dog friendly, with waste bags and trash receptacles throughout the park. The restrooms are nice and clean with showers as well, for the over night campers.

Camping In D, small tight area, wouldn’t recommend Area D for anyone with more than 16ft trailer and 1 vehicle.. areas are right fit but area A & B nicest. Bathrooms in Area A is nice. Don’t go to the one by the boat ramp!
Park is guarded so we feel secure, though of course signs recommend you lock your doors, which is common sense.
Sunsets in the Lake are beautiful, the down fall is the nuclear Plant across the lake.. As for everything I made this is a nice place to come and enjoy fishing and camping. Thought the sunset was beautiful enjoy the pictures.

Beautiful park!! Great place to fish, have picnics, and a small beach. I hope the pontoon tour boats are repaired soon.

I loved stopping and the info. Center, the lady working was so Helpful and nice. Even helped us find a spot to use our paddle boards. Being from LV. The place was neat. And alot of info about all the national parks They have so Many. Loved it. Also alot of people walking around 🎣 and boating , walking to picnics

We love Darndelle State Park. The visitor center is beautiful and we enjoy the walking paths down by the water. Covered picnic tables with great views of the Lake. Highly recommend whether your camping or just visiting for a day!