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DeGray Lake - COE/Arlie Moore
Overview
Arlie Moore Campground sits along the northern shores of the stunning 13,800-acre DeGray Lake. As a popular US Army Corps of Engineers facility, this park offers a serene escape into the rolling foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. The campground is characterized by a thick canopy of pine and hardwood trees, providing ample shade and a peaceful atmosphere for travelers. It serves as an ideal base for exploring the crystal-clear waters and diverse wildlife of the region while maintaining a quiet, rustic charm.
Location & Surroundings
Located in Bismarck, Arkansas, the park is conveniently situated for those traveling through the central part of the state. The surrounding landscape is defined by the DeGray Lake shoreline, which spans over 200 miles of protected wilderness. This area is known for its natural beauty, far removed from the noise of major highways. Visitors will find themselves surrounded by lush greenery, with the sapphire waters of the lake serving as a constant backdrop for their outdoor adventures.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground features 87 spacious campsites, most of which are equipped with water and electric hookups to accommodate various RV sizes. The park is well-maintained and offers several practical amenities for long-term or weekend stays:
- Clean bathhouses with hot showers and flush toilets
- On-site dump station and laundry facilities
- A designated swimming beach and multiple boat ramps
- Large group picnic shelters and playground areas
These features ensure that guests can enjoy the ruggedness of the outdoors without sacrificing basic comforts.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Beyond the campground, visitors can explore the extensive trail systems or enjoy world-class bass and crappie fishing on the lake. Just a short drive away is DeGray Lake Resort State Park, which offers an 18-hole golf course and horseback riding. Additionally, the historic charm of Hot Springs National Park is less than 30 miles north, providing access to the famous Bathhouse Row, unique shopping, and diverse dining options that complement the quiet lakeside experience.
Who This Park Is Best For
Arlie Moore is a perfect fit for RVers who prioritize a quiet, natural setting over high-end resort luxuries. It is particularly well-suited for families seeking affordable lakeside recreation and anglers looking for easy boat access. If you enjoy the classic COE camping experience where the focus remains on the great outdoors and star-filled nights, this park offers an authentic Arkansas experience that is hard to beat.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Charles Wayne Dub, Jr
Pretty decent reception even inside the camper for a campsite. Spot 14 is very angled so it would be good to back your rear tires over 4 or 5 lynx levelers on each back tire before you let your front end down to level it. I had to fully stow my hitch and then let it down in order to get my camper within level, even then it wasn't perfectly level like it prefer it, it was slightly out of level. Electric and water hook-ups at most sites, dump station available. Beware of fire ants near your fire pits or chairs. Easy access to Degray Lake, bring your kayak, bikes or walking shoes. There are also some little antique shops and flea markets. Hot Springs is about 30 miles away and Lake Hamilton is about 20 miles away.
Est M
Well spaced campsites with easy access to Degray Lake. Bathrooms were a little dated but kept clean. We were at site #10 which felt like we were on our own island but it wasn’t very shaded. Too hot in the afternoon for our tent. Site #12 would have been better. $20 a night on recreation.gov. All other sites near ours (#8-13) had the same water and electric hookup (50-30-15). We were attacked by 🐜 ants on night 2 so we decided not to extend.
Mickey Webb
Love, arlie Moore, take my Sasha girl there all the time. Even though I live in hot Springs.
Nomad Nate
This is almost an excellent campground. There are pretty great sites in the woods as swell as sites on the very lovely lake, and the trail I done here was purdy darn good, too. Some of the sites have QR markers that allow you to reserve a spot much more easily than app or mobile website typically allow. The only problem is they seem to have plopped the power station right in the middle of the best two sections of campground, and that power station is humming all hours, even into the night, as the RV power hogs juice their glamp to max. Really disturbs the tranquility. I poked into a dozen different sites and simply couldn’t escape the noise. I finally just had to accept it, come to terms and be at peace with it, one with The Great Ohm. Seemed to mesh well in the key of D minor. Every few hours it cut off for a minute, just long enough for you to acknowledge the absence, and then she kicks back on again. Oooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmmm.
Elaine Korwek
Nice park and very inexpensive. We have 50amp hookup. No water hookup at site, but there are several places in the park to fill your tank. The dump station is at the front check in point and it has a fresh water faucet there. It’s very convenient to just fill up on your way in. Since the dump station is at the gate and it’s a very steep hill from our campsite to it, we chose not to use our portable tank to dump at this park. We conserve tank space by using the bathrooms (in the daytime) and showers available in the park. These bathrooms were clean enough although everything is very old and some fixtures are rusted. The bathroom in our area was always stocked which was nice as it was 4th of July weekend and the park was completely full. The showers were okay. The water was nicely hot and the pressure was excellent. There were hooks in each stall and on the stall door. There was a bench, however it was way too small and way too short! The drain worked great and the water stayed hot. Access to the lake was easy from all campground areas, there are 3 in this park. The beach area is nice and appears to be comfortable for the kids to romp. We were able to walk the roads in the entire park without a problem, but the roads out of the camp areas and the beach have steep hills to climb. The entire trek around the park is about 5 miles. We did not take our bikes out because of the steep hills and we just are not that good! There is one trail in the park. It’s called the interpretive nature trail. Due to all the rain this year the trail was somewhat overgrown and needs maintenance. Beware on this trail; we saw lots and lots of huge spider webs crossing the path. Shirley at the front desk was super and really fun to talk with. Good luck with your trip to North Carolina and retirement, Shirley.