About Carden Point
Carden Point Day Use Park sits along the shores of Nimrod Lake and Dam, cradled between Arkansas' Ouachita and Ozark Mountains.
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026
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2026 Season availability
Current season
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Currently open - Mar 1 to Sep 15
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
Water Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp
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Location Carden Point
Address:
Carden Point Recreation Area
Plainview, AR, 72857
United States
From Plainview, Arkansas, take Route 60 east for 5.5 miles to the Access Road, then follow signs into campground.
Highway access
Carden Point is accessible via State Highway 60, which connects to Plainview.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.9675 / -93.1913
Elevation: 113 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Off-road vehicles not permitted. Highway legal transportation only.
- Picnic shelter users must pay the day use fees to swim or use the boat launch
- Group Shelters are Day Use Only. Camping is not allowed at group shelters.
- 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.
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 3, 2026
Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers