Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake)
Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake) is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Arkansas. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Arkansas
- Coordinates
- 34.14764, -94.08765
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Camping, Canoeing, Paddling, Picnicking, Rafting, Whitewater Rafting
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 870-286-3214
Amenities
- Reservable sites
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About Horseshoe Bend (Dierks Lake)
Overview Horseshoe Bend Park, located along the Saline River just south of Dierks Dam, is home to a paddlers dream course. This aquatic whitewater park, built along three quarters of a mile of pristine river funneled over native river stone, offers four or more challenging drops. The course is designed with paddlers in mind and is an excellent training location. The water park was home to the Olympic trials in the late 90’s and is dependent on spillway releases from Dierks Lake dam. When water conditions are right the course simulates Class II to Class IV rapids, all within a safe location that is easily accessible for paddlers to practice new techniques. For those looking to stay and play a while, 12 class A campsites are available along the riverfront Recreation Camping Day use Playground Shelter Paddling Facilities 12 Campsites (Overnight) 1 Pavillion (Day Use) 2 Restrooms 1 Shower Facility Playground Natural Features Dierks Lake is in the Ouachitas region of Arkansas and sits on the Saline River. Horseshoe bend sets at the base of a 300 foot verticle cliff offering scenic views along the steep wooded areas Nearby Attractions A day trip to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, just 30 miles from the park, is a popular activity. The diamond mine is the only one of its kind in the country, where visitors get to keep any diamonds and semi-precious stones they unearth, regardless of value. Hot Springs National Park known for its naturally h
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- McCurtain County Propane, Inc. · 38 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Ridge | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 2.2 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Blue Ridge Park | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 3.2 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Cossatot Reefs | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 9.2 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Big Coon Creek | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 10 mi | — | Full hookups |
| Little Coon Creek Park | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 11 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| River Ridge Group Campground | Private campground | 13 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.