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Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers

Available sites

21 total sites

About Willow Beach

Willow Beach Campground is located near the David D.Terry Lock and Dam of the Arkansas River. The wealth of recreational opportunities in the Arkansas River Valley provides visitors with endless fun for the whole family. Outdoor activities such as camping, picnicking, boating and sightseeing are favorite pastimes.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

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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

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

21 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 F-01, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-02, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-03, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-04, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-05, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-06, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-07, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-08, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-09, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-10, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-11, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-12, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-13, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-14, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-15, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-16, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-17, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-18, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-19, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-20, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F-21, Loop: WBEA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (1299)

What Guests Are Saying

Willow Beach is a beautiful campground with spacious, level sites and a serene atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities and the stunning views of the river, noting the campground's popularity. However, some guests expressed concerns about maintenance issues, such as unkempt grounds and the need for improved bathroom cleanliness. Overall, the park is highly recommended for a peaceful getaway.

Review Summary

4.5
1299 reviews
5
65.5%
851
4
23.8%
309
3
7.0%
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2.0%
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Joelee H

Verified

April 23, 2023 • Stayed at: F-15, Loop: WBEA

5

Wonderful location! Quiet, beautiful, very nice and caring grounds keepers!

Joelee H

Verified

April 23, 2023 • Stayed at: F-15, Loop: WBEA

5

Wonderful location! Quiet, beautiful, very nice and caring grounds keepers!

Darrell N

Verified

April 22, 2023 • Stayed at: F-19, Loop: WBEA

4

We usually always enjoy the stay at this park. I would have given it 5 stars if we could have emptied the gray water on the ground like at some of the other Corps of Engineers parks. Other than that we enjoyed several beautiful sunsets on the river and had a great time visiting with friends and family.

Darrell N

Verified

April 22, 2023 • Stayed at: F-19, Loop: WBEA

4

We usually always enjoy the stay at this park. I would have given it 5 stars if we could have emptied the gray water on the ground like at some of the other Corps of Engineers parks. Other than that we enjoyed several beautiful sunsets on the river and had a great time visiting with friends and family.

Joelee H

Verified

April 21, 2023 • Stayed at: F-20, Loop: WBEA

5

Area was beautiful, caretakers were very nice. Spots had plenty of room between each.

Joelee H

Verified

April 21, 2023 • Stayed at: F-20, Loop: WBEA

5

Area was beautiful, caretakers were very nice. Spots had plenty of room between each.

Nancy S

Verified

April 16, 2023 • Stayed at: F-17, Loop: WBEA

5

A beautiful little campground right on the banks of the Arkansas River. We only stayed 3 nights, but enjoyed it. Site was fairly level, huge, with pretty new utilities (water and electric only), though they were located pretty far back in our site (F-17), which was a bit awkward. Being backed right up to the river and having a wooded oxbow lake across the road was pretty awesome. Our site had a concrete picnic table, fire ring and grill, and a small table to hold your grilling preps. We didn't use the restrooms, so can't comment on those, but the dump station was okay, and located right on the way out. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.

Nancy S

Verified

April 16, 2023 • Stayed at: F-17, Loop: WBEA

5

A beautiful little campground right on the banks of the Arkansas River. We only stayed 3 nights, but enjoyed it. Site was fairly level, huge, with pretty new utilities (water and electric only), though they were located pretty far back in our site (F-17), which was a bit awkward. Being backed right up to the river and having a wooded oxbow lake across the road was pretty awesome. Our site had a concrete picnic table, fire ring and grill, and a small table to hold your grilling preps. We didn't use the restrooms, so can't comment on those, but the dump station was okay, and located right on the way out. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.

Penny R

Verified

April 14, 2023 • Stayed at: F-03, Loop: WBEA

4

My husband and I were in need of an overnight campsite while traveling back to Michigan from Texas. Willow Beach is close to the interstate for quick access, but far enough away to be quiet and peaceful. The campground host called me late in the afternoon of our arrival just to check in with us.....explained where our campsite was, etc. I appreciated that there was no gate to the campground that needed a code to enter.

Penny R

Verified

April 14, 2023 • Stayed at: F-03, Loop: WBEA

4

My husband and I were in need of an overnight campsite while traveling back to Michigan from Texas. Willow Beach is close to the interstate for quick access, but far enough away to be quiet and peaceful. The campground host called me late in the afternoon of our arrival just to check in with us.....explained where our campsite was, etc. I appreciated that there was no gate to the campground that needed a code to enter.

Location & Directions for Willow Beach

Po Box 7835, Pine Bluff, AR 71611-7835 United States

Elevation: 75 ft

Getting There

From Little Rock, Arkansas, take U.S. Highway 165 east for 2.5 mi. Turn right on Colonel Manard Road and continue for three miles. Turn right again onto Blue Heron Parkway and follow signs to Willow Beach Park.

Nearest town

Pine Bluff, AR - 54 mi

About 56 min to downtown

Highway access

Willow Beach is accessible via U.S. Highway 165, which connects to the area from Little Rock, Arkansas.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • A campground host is available to assist visitors.
  • The park is currently open for visitors.
  • Clean and drain boats and recreational gear; dispose of waste properly.
  • Prevent invasive species by cleaning gear and staying on designated paths.

Fires & fuel

  • Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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