Aux Arc Playground
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Playground Playground

About Aux Arc

Download a park map HERE  Aux Arc Campground sits on the shores of Ozark Lake in the picturesque Arkansas River Valley. "Aux Arc" is a name that originated with French explorers when they mapped the territory. The term means "the big bend," describing the bend in the Arkansas River. Over time, the name was simplified to "Ozark," thus the name for Ozark Lake.

Available sites

82 total sites

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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82 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 B01, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B02, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B03, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B04, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B05, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B06, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B07, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B08, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B09, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B10, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B11, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B12, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 B13, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B14, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B15, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B16, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B17, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B18, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B19, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B20, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B21, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B22, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B23, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B24, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B25, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B26, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B27, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C01, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C02, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C03, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C04, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C05, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C06, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C07, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C08, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C09, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C10, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C11, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C12, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D01, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D02, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D03, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D04, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D05, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D06, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D07, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D08, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D09, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D10, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D11, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D12, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D13, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D14, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D15, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D16, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D17, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D18, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D19, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 D20, Loop: AARC RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 E1, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E2, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E3, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E4, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E5, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E6, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E7, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 E8, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F01, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F03, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F04, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F05, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F06, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F07, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F08, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F09, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F10, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F11, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F12, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F13, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F14, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F15, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 F16, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved

Reviews

725 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Aux Arc campground is highly praised for its well-maintained facilities, spacious and shaded sites, and beautiful river views. Many guests appreciated the friendly and helpful hosts, as well as the quiet, relaxing atmosphere that makes it a favored spot for camping. While some visitors noted minor issues like occasional noise from trains and areas needing better upkeep, the overall experience remains positive with clean bathrooms and a welcoming environment.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 725 reviews

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5 stars 66.1% (479)
4 stars 21.4% (155)
3 stars 7.4% (54)
2 stars 3.3% (24)
1 star 1.8% (13)

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Lynette A

Verified

August 13, 2021 Stayed at: B20, Loop: B

Nice quiet park (at least on weekdays when we were there). Most sites are very shaded, except F loop. B campsites all have nice water views. Possible water access for kayak/SUP from some sites. There is a train that occasionally runs along the opposite bank. There is also a lock on the opposite side of the dam, which we didn't realize initially and wondered where the boats were going.

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johnny w A

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: F08, Loop: F

The sites are spacious and clean, the bath houses are second to none with the hard work of Paula Franklin the house keeping. The camp host Judy and Richard are really great host.
The sites are level and clean, You can watch the river boats go through the lock and dam

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Karl H

Verified

August 9, 2021 Stayed at: F15, Loop: F

Beautiful little park at Ozark dam in Ozark AR. The folks who run the park were wonderful hosts and took great care of us. The sites are large, many sites are tucked in old-growth woods, and many are also situated next to the lake formed by the dam. We'd stay again if we pass this way.

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Trisha B

Verified

August 1, 2021 Stayed at: B08, Loop: B

Peaceful

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ERIC V

Verified

August 1, 2021 Stayed at: B25, Loop: B

Campsite was right on Arkansas River which was neat. Grass had not been cut for a bit. We weren't given any campground information upon arrival such as where our campsite was or what to do with garbage. However it is really a very scenic site

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Vickie P

Verified

July 27, 2021 Stayed at: C02, Loop: AARC

Made reservations online for 2 nights at Aux Arc. Recreation.gov took my money at the time reservations were made and sent me confirmation emails. On the day I was supposed to arrive I called the park and spoke to the attendant, no reservation existed, she went on to tell me that I was supposed to be there the day before, which made me a no show and then she had me for the following day but not on the day I was SUPPOSED to arrive. She could not return my funds because I was a no show the day before and not on the future date because it wasn't 24 hours prior. I will NEVER make reservations through Recreation.gov again. Apparently the parks don't honor what you book, bump you for friends is my guess and then keep your money.

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Nancy G

Verified

July 27, 2021 Stayed at: E8, Loop: E

Easy access!

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Aaron E

Verified

July 21, 2021 Stayed at: F01, Loop: F

Bathrooms were very nice, the grounds were kept very clean. Lady in the office was very kind and helpful. Overall I think this place is top notch in COE camping. Love it and would return more often if we didn't live over 800 mi away! Definitely a 5 star campgrounds, we had site F1, which is the best site in the whole park my opinion.

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Brian N

Verified

July 20, 2021 Stayed at: D08, Loop: AARC

We had no idea what to expect as we were driving across country and randomly chose Aux Arc as a location to stay for a few days. We were more than delighted by our experience there. The lots were flat, the hookups all worked, we woke up every day to a great view and spent some time fishing. The bathrooms were clean and functional. No issues at all with the dump sites. We couldn't have been happier.

Lots of reviews will mention the train that runs on the other side of the river, and we did see/hear that on occasion, but it didn't bother us at all. We slept with a fan on and it didn't wake us up once.

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Camy L

Verified

July 19, 2021 Stayed at: B22, Loop: B

The park was nice and clean. Nice playground for my grandson. The spaces were a bit awkward and no sewer. We had a great time.

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Location & Directions for Aux Arc

1314 Aux Arc Park Road, Ozark, AR 72949 United States

Elevation: 114 ft

Getting There

From Ozark, Arkansas, take SR-23 south for 1.5 mi to SR-309. Turn left and follow signs to the park.

Nearest town

Ozark, AR - 2.3 mi

About 5 min to downtown

Highway access

Aux Arc Park is accessible via State Route 23 and State Route 309. The nearest major road is SR-23, which connects to other regional roads.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

4PM

Check out time

3PM

General

  • NOTICE: Group shelters are open for reservations, Please follow all CDC/State guidelines for social distancing, sanitizing, and face covering for COVID-19. NOTE: A special event application is required for any event including, but not limited to one or more of the following: 1. An entry, spectator, or participating fee is charged 2. If you have an anticipated attendance of 100 or more persons 3. An extraordinary impact on project resources is expected 4. Corps personnel provide additional patrols, surveillance, refuse collection, and/or crowd control 5. Event involves the use of concession tents and/or vendors 6. Event involves Bounce Houses/Bump N Jump Inflatables 7. Fishing Tournament 8. Music Festival: In addition to the special event application, you may be asked to submit the following information before approval can be granted: (1) proof of liability insurance; (2) event details & description; (3) schedule of events; (4) parking plans. PROHIBITED: Please note that livestock, exotic animals, explosives, loaded projectile firing devices, pinatas, water balloons, and commercial activities are prohibited on project lands unless written permission has been received from the District Commander. If commercial tents are permitted for your special event, please note that driving tent stakes into concrete or asphalt on project lands is prohibited.  For additional information regarding Special Event Applications & Permit Fees, please contact the Russellville Project Office at (501) 340-1762.
  • 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.
  • • For Aquatic Facilities (Lake, Reservoir, or River Recreation): CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.     • For Terrestrial Facilities (Trailheads or Campsites): STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec .    • For Combined Aquatic and Terrestrial Facilities (Trailheads or Campsites with Lake, Reservoir, or River Recreation): STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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