About This Park
Overview
Brady Mountain Campground delights visitors with its family-friendly facilities, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas’s Lake Ouachita. The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful fishing opportunities.
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.
Recreation
A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.
Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.
Facilities
All 74 campsites have electric hookups. Other amenities include a dump station, fish cleaning station, hot showers, boat ramp, playground, and a swim beach.
Natural Features
Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park.
The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline with 178 islands.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
Nearby Attractions
Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa experience with the natural spring water.
Quick Information
- Type: Federal Park
- Network: Federal – Other
- Price Range: $15-35
- Rating: 4.3138075 / 5
Amenities
- ✓ Water Hookup
- ✓ Electric Hookup
- ✓ Pet Friendly
Contact & Location
110 Brady Mountain Overlook
ROYAL, AR 71968
Phone: 501-760-1146
Email: lakeouachita@usace.army.mil
Book This Park
The coastal setting delivers ocean air and water views that make every morning feel like a reward. On-site water access opens up fishing, boating, swimming and sailing — a strong draw for anyone who loves being on or near the water. Facilities are basic — bring what you need and expect a more self-sufficient camping experience.