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Access Site AR

Beards Bluff

Little River - Millwood Lake

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

City: AR
County: Hempstead
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 33.70448228, -93.93983621
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About This Access Site
Beard's Bluff offers convenient boat access to Millwood Lake and the Little River in southwestern Arkansas. The facility features a boat ramp that provides open water access to navigate the lake and river.

The Little River flows into Millwood Lake, creating a scenic waterway for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats. The lake and river are navigable through marked boat lanes, allowing paddlers and boaters to explore the area. Visitors can also take advantage of the campground, picnic area, and bank fishing access on-site.

Beard's Bluff is located 13 miles east of Ashdown, Arkansas, near the Millwood Dam and spillway. The campground offers basic amenities like flush toilets, showers, and a trailer dump station. While the facility is reservable, it is not listed as ADA accessible. Paddlers and boaters should plan accordingly and check current conditions before launching at this access point on Millwood Lake and the Little River.
Federal Facility Information
870-388-9556 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Beard's Bluff is located 13 miles east of Ashdown on State Highway 32. It is a bird watcher's paradise with a birding overlook and access to the best sunset viewing on the lake.Recreation
The campground offers open water access to the lake and Little River. The area is made navigable by boat lanes which mark the river and other designated waterways through the lake. Outside of these...

Overview
Beard's Bluff is located 13 miles east of Ashdown on State Highway 32. It is a bird watcher's paradise with a birding overlook and access to the best sunset viewing on the lake.Recreation
The campground offers open water access to the lake and Little River. The area is made navigable by boat lanes which mark the river and other designated waterways through the lake. Outside of these channels is submerged timber and aquatic vegetation that appeal to anglers and duck hunters alike. Millwood Lake is home to over 300 species of birds including the American Bald Eagle and Great White Pelicans, many of which can be found in the Beard's Bluff area.Facilities
The campground contains lake side campsites as well as those not located directly on the lake but with a lake view. Flush toilets, showers, and potable water are located throughout the campground. The facility also offers one centrally located sewage dump station. Campsites are equipped with picnic tables, grills, fire rings, 30/50 amp electricity, water hydrants, and lantern poles.
Natural Features
The campground is located directly on Millwood Lake with lake views from most of the campsites. Bluffs overlook the lake and the area is surrounded by a variety of dense forest.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby towns include Nashville, AR, Ashdown, AR, and Texarkana, TX.

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