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GeneralFire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all wood-burning fires. Charcoal and gas grills are permitted in designated areas.
About Merrisach Lake
Number of accommodations: 67
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Sites & Availability
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Reviews (224)
What Guests Are Saying
Merrisach Lake is a serene and well-maintained campground, offering spacious sites and clean facilities, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful views and wildlife, making it a favorite retreat for camping enthusiasts. However, some noted issues with accessibility to water and the distance to supplies, along with a lack of on-site staff and maintenance in certain areas.
What Guests Are Saying
Merrisach Lake is a serene and well-maintained campground, offering spacious sites and clean facilities, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful views and wildlife, making it a favorite retreat for camping enthusiasts. However, some noted issues with accessibility to water and the distance to supplies, along with a lack of on-site staff and maintenance in certain areas.
Review Summary
Marilin S
VerifiedApril 9, 2022 • Stayed at: D-08, Loop: D
When we checked in, the representative at the gate was so helpful and assigned us to a very nice space. The park is in a pretty setting. The spacing of the sites is good, and there are many amenities. Plus, the rate for golden-agers like us is great.
Salinda H
VerifiedApril 7, 2022 • Stayed at: D-10, Loop: D
My Family and I spent 14 nights over spring break and once again we enjoyed our time at Merrisach Park.
It appears some of the pads are showing some major cracks and could use some attention.
Area D is the most recently renovated area and is very nice. It would be nice to see the same type of renovation project for area A. I would like to see some asphalt work done in area around playground as the asphalt was taken up over a decade ago and never resurfaced.
What about adding wi-fi to the park? just asking... I love Merrisach and have been camping there over 30 years now. Thank you for all the improvements: LED street lights, Area D projects, Restrooms, courtesy dock, trash dumpsters, sea wall, Kiddie pond improvement, cleaning out brush in near by wooded areas has made park safer, ect...
Campground director is very nice and helpful.
Boat ramp used to have a pole showing where the edge and end of the boat ramp is. It is gone and I ran my boat trailer off the side edge. Totally my vault! I hate to see this happen to anybody else. We love the park!
Thank you
jennifer n
VerifiedApril 4, 2022 • Stayed at: A-10, Loop: A
The lady at the desk when you come in is excellent! Very sweet and very helpful! She definitely "made it happen for us" when we arrived early! Thank you!
Stephanie J
VerifiedApril 3, 2022 • Stayed at: B-11, Loop: B
Always great experience!!!
Greg D
VerifiedMarch 18, 2022 • Stayed at: A-04, Loop: A
Nice quite campground during our stay. Bathrooms/ showers were clean and showers hot. Host was friendly and helpful. Great birding during our stay also!
Candy S
VerifiedFebruary 18, 2022 • Stayed at: A-03, Loop: A
The bathrooms were filthy. I never saw anyone cleaning or picking up trash.
Roger W
VerifiedJanuary 5, 2022 • Stayed at: D-08, Loop: D
Awesome Campground , Nice sites near the water
royce m
VerifiedDecember 26, 2021 • Stayed at: D-12, Loop: D
Large, level sites. Had a good view of the barge traffic.
Darrell H
VerifiedDecember 11, 2021 • Stayed at: A-09, Loop: A
Great place to stay. Really close to the refuge.
Jason F
VerifiedDecember 8, 2021 • Stayed at: B-01, Loop: B
We enjoyed the spot so much we decided to stay another two weeks but the ranger kicked us out and said we couldn’t come back for another week because they couldn’t find our request form. After he found the request form he still made us leave and wrote us a warning citation for being there an day extra. No one was working the front gate all week and we left the form to stay in the drop box. Very unorganized! I support Arkansas parks and recreation but that was not fair.
Location Merrisach Lake
Address:
148 Merrisach Lake Lane
Tichnor, AR, 72166
United States
From DeWitt, Arkansas, take US-165 south for 8.1 miles to State Route 44. Turn east for 5.3 miles and continue south onto Tichnor Blacktop Rd. After 10 miles, turn right onto Merrisach Lake Lane and continue into the park.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.0303 / -91.2664
Elevation: 51 feet
Policies & Rules
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Campground is open year-round |
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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. |
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Please clean, drain and dry your boats and boat trailers to prevent the spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species. More info can be found at: www.ProtectYourWaters.net |
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No Swimming, Wading, or Diving allowed in Merrisach Lake |
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Only wood and paper products may be placed in the fire rings. All trash must be placed in dumpsters and trash cans. |
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Alligators are native residents in Merrisach Lake. Please do not feed the alligators. |
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No more than 2 tents per campsite, or 1 camper and 1 tent. |
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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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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 |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralFire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all wood-burning fires. Charcoal and gas grills are permitted in designated areas.
