Crystal Springs (AR)
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Crystal Springs Campground, perched on the shores of Lake Ouachita in Arkansas, is an ideal spot for families, friends and couples. Approximately 1.2 million people visit the lake each year to explore its crystal clear waters and scenic mountain landscape. Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour. Recreation Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks. Keep reading
Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter months. Facilities The campground consists of 63 sites with electric and water hookups. There is also a reservable group campsite that includes electrical and water hookups. The two group picnic shelters have electricity. Other amenities include a dump station, fish cleaning station, hot showers, boat ramp, playground and a swim beach. Natural Features Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres. Nearby Attractions Part of the scenic 223-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail runs just north of the lake. Here, hikers and mountain bikers can explore an array of breathtaking views in the Ouachita Mountains. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
The sites · 75
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 01 | tent only electric | — | 30/20 | |
| A | 02 | tent only electric | — | 30/20 | |
| A | 03 | standard electric | 2 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 04 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 05 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 06 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 07 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 08 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 09 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 10 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 11 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 12 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 13 | tent only electric | — | 30/20 | |
| A | 14 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 15 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 16 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 17 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 18 | tent only electric | 16 ft | 30/20 | |
| A | 19 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 20 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 21 | standard electric | — | 50/30/20 | |
| A | 22 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | yes |
| B | 23 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 24 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 25 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 26 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 27 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 28 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 29 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 30 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 31 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 32 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 33 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 34 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 35 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 36 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| B | 37 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 38 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 39 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 40 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 41 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 42 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 43 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 44 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 45 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 46 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 47 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 48 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 49 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 50 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 51 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 52 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 53 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 54 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 55 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 56 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 57 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 58 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 59 | standard electric | 20 ft | 50/30/20 | |
| C | 66 | management | 20 ft | — |
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Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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