This park is located in two areas on Lake Dardanelle, a 34,300-acre reservoir on the Arkansas River. The main site is in Russellville where you’ll find the Sport Fishing Weigh-in Pavilion, a fishing pier, swimming beach, boardwalk, trail, and visitor center with five aquariums, and the Lakeview Room meeting facility. Lake Dardanelle State Park is located at100 State Park Drive in Russellville, Arkansas. For more information, click here

Park interpreters lead a variety of programs and lake tours. There are 57 campsites in the Russellville area of the park (16 Class AAA, 14 Class AA, and 27 Class B) with 18 Class B sites in the Dardanelle area of the park. Pictures in this article are owned by the Arkansas Parks Service.

Lake Dardanelle State Park is a certified Trail of Tears National Historic Site. The Visitor Center, located on the Russellville side of the park, offers spectacular views of the river, along with exhibits that tell more of the removal story.

Lake Dardanelle State Park offers a mix of outdoor recreation, education, and conservation. The park is situated on the shores of Lake Dardanelle, a 34,000-acre lake that was created by the construction of the Arkansas River Navigation Channel. Visitors to the park can enjoy a variety of activities, including boating, fishing, and hiking.

One of the park’s most popular attractions is its visitor center, which offers interactive exhibits and a large aquarium featuring fish and other aquatic life from Lake Dardanelle. The park also offers guided lake tours, which provide information on the park’s history, geology, and wildlife. For those looking to enjoy the lake up close, the park features two fishing piers and a boat ramp. In addition, the park offers two sandy beaches, where visitors can soak up the sun and enjoy the scenic views. With its wide range of recreational activities and stunning natural beauty, Lake Dardanelle State Park is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts in Arkansas.

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