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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

Site
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
2.0%
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1.7%
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Terese P

Verified

November 21, 2024 • Stayed at: F-21, Loop: WBEA

5

Nice campground, easy to get into sites and most sites had ample space around them.

Terese P

Verified

November 21, 2024 • Stayed at: F-21, Loop: WBEA

5

Nice campground, easy to get into sites and most sites had ample space around them.

Megan O

Verified

November 27, 2024 • Stayed at: F-21, Loop: WBEA

4

Good campground on the lake. Older and clean bath house (warm too!). I camped the last part of November so the crowds were gone and the night time temps cool. Site 47 was almost level with a nice forest view. Utilities were good. I enjoyed the hike from the campground.

Megan O

Verified

November 27, 2024 • Stayed at: F-21, Loop: WBEA

4

Good campground on the lake. Older and clean bath house (warm too!). I camped the last part of November so the crowds were gone and the night time temps cool. Site 47 was almost level with a nice forest view. Utilities were good. I enjoyed the hike from the campground.

Susan R

Verified

December 8, 2024 • Stayed at: F-01, Loop: WBEA

4

We stayed here on our way south for the winter. Small campground, 21 sites, water electric. Campground hosts are great was super friendly and informative. We stayed hooked up to the truck and used our camper facilities so we did not look at the showers.

Ami B

Verified

December 8, 2024 • Stayed at: F-16, Loop: WBEA

5

I just love this place. It’s so refreshing to camp somewhere and be able to see the stars at night. So many campground places have very bright street lights and it feels like you’re in a parking lot, not here. I would say this is a really great place for adults That want a peaceful setting. Not to say that it’s not child friendly. There is a playground and stuff but, it’s nice and quiet and not too big. The sunsets and sunrises are just beautiful, especially with all the aquatic nature around certainly a lot of camera worthy shots at this location.

I would not say that these are the best bathrooms I’ve ever seen at this type of facility, but most people aren’t using them for showers anyways.

Very friendly guest hosts we’re here to help me when I arrived.

I would definitely recommend this place

Susan R

Verified

December 8, 2024 • Stayed at: F-01, Loop: WBEA

4

We stayed here on our way south for the winter. Small campground, 21 sites, water electric. Campground hosts are great was super friendly and informative. We stayed hooked up to the truck and used our camper facilities so we did not look at the showers.

Ami B

Verified

December 8, 2024 • Stayed at: F-16, Loop: WBEA

5

I just love this place. It’s so refreshing to camp somewhere and be able to see the stars at night. So many campground places have very bright street lights and it feels like you’re in a parking lot, not here. I would say this is a really great place for adults That want a peaceful setting. Not to say that it’s not child friendly. There is a playground and stuff but, it’s nice and quiet and not too big. The sunsets and sunrises are just beautiful, especially with all the aquatic nature around certainly a lot of camera worthy shots at this location.

I would not say that these are the best bathrooms I’ve ever seen at this type of facility, but most people aren’t using them for showers anyways.

Very friendly guest hosts we’re here to help me when I arrived.

I would definitely recommend this place

Pamala W

Verified

December 14, 2024 • Stayed at: F-18, Loop: WBEA

5

Lovely small park on the Arkansas River. Has a great playground for the kids. Only drawbacks here are the shower house and no sewer connections. Shower houses are not very nice at all. We didn’t use them so depending on how long you camp here that could put a strain on your camper holding tanks. There is a dump station near the park entrance tho.

Pamala W

Verified

December 14, 2024 • Stayed at: F-18, Loop: WBEA

5

Lovely small park on the Arkansas River. Has a great playground for the kids. Only drawbacks here are the shower house and no sewer connections. Shower houses are not very nice at all. We didn’t use them so depending on how long you camp here that could put a strain on your camper holding tanks. There is a dump station near the park entrance tho.

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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