Warning
GeneralUSACE is planning the drawdown in a partnership with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is expected to begin May 1, 2026, when the lake will be lowered to elevation 374. The lake is expected to reach this elevation by July 25, 2026, and will remain at this elevation until Nov. 1, 2026. The lake will gradually return to elevation 384, depending upon rainfall. During phase two of the drawdown, designated swimming areas within the parks will be closed. Boat access will be limited to a temporary ramp located at Ashley Creek Park. Water activities such as skiing, tubing and the use of personal watercraft will be prohibited. Boaters visiting the lake during this time are encouraged to use extreme caution due to shallow water and submerged hazards. For more information, contact the Nimrod-Blue Mountain Project Office at 479-272-4324.
About Waveland Park
Number of accommodations: 51
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (282)
What Guests Are Saying
Waveland Park is praised for its beautiful scenery, clean and well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful environment and stunning views of the lake, making it a great camping destination for families. Some challenges included site access and water connections, but overall, guests expressed a strong desire to return to the park.
What Guests Are Saying
Waveland Park is praised for its beautiful scenery, clean and well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful environment and stunning views of the lake, making it a great camping destination for families. Some challenges included site access and water connections, but overall, guests expressed a strong desire to return to the park.
Review Summary
Patsy W
VerifiedOctober 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: WAVE
This is our go to camping spot. Always have a great time. Good staff. Good camping sites. Clean rest rooms and showers. Highly recommend.
Gail F
VerifiedOctober 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: WAVE
No room to park your boat near your camp site, unless you like to park it off a deep raven. I guess they built the park to come and look at the lake.
Emmeth S
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: WAVE
Loved the camping grounds, only had one night stay, but the evening and morning photos were great. wish they would not have been booked up so we could have spent more time. We know how to book for next time! We know it will be great. It is a beautiful park, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Taking Beautiful Photos, all a great camping ground has to offer. Oh and things for the kids. Our time was short but great!
We Recommend This Camp Ground.
Happy Tent Camper
Scott C
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: WAVE
A fantastic stay, clean restrooms and friendly folks! Can’t go wrong!! Oh don’t forget Lou at the gate, he is a rock star! Thanks for everything!
Scott
Danny J
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: WAVE
Rained a lot this trip but we had fun camping.
Bartosz K
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: WAVE
Very nice place, wish there was more spots and property management more efficient. Also would be nice to add some kind of benefit of canceling the reservation if someone is not commiing , like future credit or partial credit.it would help last minute campers to utilize not occupied spots
David C
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: WAVE
We had campsite 16 and the water did not work. We had to ask our neighbors to split their water with us. Fortunately, we always carry a splitter. The repair guys did come out almost immediately but were unable to repair as the hardware was broke below ground and would have to be dug up to fix.
Also, it would be tremendously helpful to campers that do NOT have pets with them to be able to request a no pet camping area. We have dogs but we do not bring them with us. Our neighbors and their families had dogs everywhere and they barked and yapped at everything that moved. Then they would yell at their animals for barking.
It was annoying and very disrespectful to other campers. We couldn't even sit outside our camper and enjoy the peace and quite as there wasn't any. You could even hear the dogs barking and yapping inside their RV.
Sandra T
VerifiedOctober 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: WAVE
Our visit to Waveland Park was awesome! It was so relaxing and peaceful. The gatehouse staff is very helpful and friendly!
billy m
VerifiedOctober 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: WAVE
There was no dumpsters anywhere at the park for our trash for the first 2 days we were camping,
Scott B
VerifiedOctober 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: WAVE
We love this campground. Sunsets over the lake are hard to beat. Great selection of sites. Newer clean bath houses.
Location Waveland Park
Address:
10152 Outlet Park Road
Havana, AR, 72842-
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 35.1075 / -93.6581
Elevation: 133 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
|---|---|
| General |
We have combined the Waveland and Outlet gatehouses to more efficiently serve you. We are using the Outlet area gatehouse only. It is located at the top of the hill directly in front of the project office. |
| General |
All sites are reservable. |
| General |
Park attendants are on duty from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. |
| General |
Certain areas of the lake and parks may close due to high lake levels or storm damage |
| General |
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. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralUSACE is planning the drawdown in a partnership with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is expected to begin May 1, 2026, when the lake will be lowered to elevation 374. The lake is expected to reach this elevation by July 25, 2026, and will remain at this elevation until Nov. 1, 2026. The lake will gradually return to elevation 384, depending upon rainfall. During phase two of the drawdown, designated swimming areas within the parks will be closed. Boat access will be limited to a temporary ramp located at Ashley Creek Park. Water activities such as skiing, tubing and the use of personal watercraft will be prohibited. Boaters visiting the lake during this time are encouraged to use extreme caution due to shallow water and submerged hazards. For more information, contact the Nimrod-Blue Mountain Project Office at 479-272-4324.
