About This Park
Overview
Jefferson Ridge Campground is located on Dierks Lake in southwestern Arkansas. Rugged ridges bordering the lake create stunning views, and visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and hunting.
Recreation
The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie fishing.
Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of waterfowl.
A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional recreation opportunities.
Facilities
This year-round campground offers 85 family sites and two day-use group picnic shelters. All sites include full electric and water hookups.
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dump stations.
Natural Features
Sitting in the Ouachita Mountain Region of Arkansas, Dierks Lake is fed by the Saline River.
Nearby Attractions
Crater of Diamonds State Park, Little Missouri Falls, and Cossatot River State Park are popular recreational areas located in close proximity to Dierks Lake.
Quick Information
- Type: RV Resort, State Park, Overnight Parking
- Network: Federal – Other
- Price Range: $15-35
- Rating: 4.5102043 / 5
Amenities
- ✓ Water Hookup
- ✓ Electric Hookup
- ✓ Pet Friendly
- ✓ Pull-Through Sites
- ✓ Picnic Tables
- ✓ Grills/Fire Ring
- ✓ Fire Pit
Contact & Location
246 JEFFERSON RIDGE RD P.O. BOX 8
DIERKS, AR 71833
Phone: 870-286-3214
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 and swimming — a strong draw for anyone who loves being on or near the water. Fire pits or grills at each site make evenings around the campfire a natural end to the day.