Overview
Carter Cove Campground sits along the shores of Nimrod Lake and Dam, cradled between Arkansas' Ouachita and Ozark Mountains.
Visitors are greeted with shaded campsites, beautiful scenery and many outdoor recreation opportunities. Nimrod Lake provides the ideal spot to get away from it all, relax and enjoy yourself.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(33 of 34 campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(Majority of the campsites have 3:00 pm)
Checkout Time
(Majority of the campsites have 1:00 pm)
Driveway Entry
(Majority of the campsites have back in)
Max Num Of People
(Up to 20)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 10)
Pets Allowed
(33 of 34 campsites have Pets Allowed)
Picnic Table
(All campsites have Picnic Table)
Shade
(33 of 34 campsites have Shade)
Site Access
(1 of 34 campsites have Site Acceses)
Water Hookup
(All campsites have Water Hookup)
Natural Features
Nimrod Dam was completed in 1942 as part of a comprehensive plan for flood control and development of water resources in the Fourche LaFave River. Although recreation was not part of the initial mission of the dam project, the lake and surrounding 21,000 acres of pristine land have now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake, with an abundance of catfish, bluegill, bass and crappie available.
Boating, water skiing and tubing are also popular, with 11 boat ramps conveniently located around the lake, however, skiing and tubing are only allowed from the tip of Carden Point eastward toward the dam because areas west of there are too hazardous.
Campers are likely to spot white-tailed deer, eastern wild turkey, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbit, fox, mink, black bear, dove and waterfowl in the area. Seasonal hunting is also permitted throughout the lake, except in or near recreation areas.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 71ft
tent-N/A
trailer-Up to 71ft
5th wheel-Up to 71ft
pickup camper-N/A
pop up camper-N/A
Nearby Attractions
Nimrod Lake is conveniently located adjacent to State Highway 7, a National Scenic Byway and other nearby points of interest like Petit Jean State Park, Mount Nebo State Park and Hot Springs National Park.