Lake Dardanelle State Park

Arkansas is known for its hidden beauty. With beautiful open fields and clear skies with a friendly atmosphere, it is the perfect place for a vacation. While there, you should visit many of the state parks, but one in particular is very fun and exciting. The Lake Dardanelle State Park is settled in the Arkansas River Valley, covering 34,300 acres.

Directions/Location

If you are coming from Russellville on the I-40, then exit at Russellville and take the Highway 7 South. Turn right on Highway 326, and in about 4 miles, you should see the park.

Activities/Amenities

The main attraction to this park is its famous bass fishing. It has been the home of major bass fishing tournaments for many years. It also provides pavilions, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, and launch ramps for your boats. The visitor center is also of interest to many patrons. It houses interpretive exhibits and touch screen kiosks. Nestled in the center of the visitor center is an aquarium that displays the type of fish found in the lake. Lastly, the park provides a nearly 2000 square-foot weigh in area for fish.

Whether you are just looking for a place to relax for the day or you want to catch that new record bass, the Lake Dardanelle State Park is the perfect place to spend your time anytime of the year.