Washita - Lake Ouachita campground
Washita - Lake Ouachita
The campground offers several amenities, including showers, grills, picnic tables, and electrical hookups. There are both reservation and first-come-first-serve sites available, and the campground has a total of 73 campsites. An interesting fact about the area is that Washita Lake was created in the 1950s by damming the Washita River, and it now provides a crucial source of drinking water for the surrounding communities.
The best time of year to visit is in the fall, from September to November, when the temperatures are mild and the leaves begin to change colors. Average temperatures during this time range from 60-80°F during the day and 40-60°F at night. Overall, the Washita Lake Ouachita camping area is a beautiful and peaceful destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Washita - Lake Ouachita
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Washita - Lake Ouachita, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highway 27 - Lake Ouachita | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Fir - Lake Ouachita | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| High Shoals Cabins | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| River Bluff | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Dragover | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Washita - Lake Ouachita -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ouachita River Near Mount Ida | 175 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly | 89 cfs | → |
| Caddo River Near Caddo Gap | 51 cfs | → |
| Dutch Creek At Waltreak | · | → |
| West Fork Hot Springs Creek At Hot Springs | 0 cfs | → |
| Petit Jean River At Danville | 739 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Muddy Creek Wildlife Management Area
- Ouachita National Wildlife Refuge
- Mark Green Memorial Park
- Lake Ouachita State Park
- Glenwood City Park
- Hill Wheatley Park
Boat launches
- Lake Vista Drive Montgomery County
- Montgomery County
- Brady Mountain Road Garland County
- Lena Use Area Cove Garland County
- Blakely Dam Road Garland County
Fishing spots
- Dragover Day Use
- Rocky Shoals Day Use
- Lake Ouachita
- Camp Clear Fork Reservoir
- Clearfork
- Big Brushy Creek Day Use
Paddle runs
- Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita
- Nf Boundary At Pine Ridge, Ar To Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar
- Sec 30, T3s, R27w To Sec 19, T4s, R24w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T2n, R18w To Forest Road 132c
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Washita - Lake Ouachita as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Washita - Lake Ouachita
Can I make reservations at Washita - Lake Ouachita?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Washita - Lake Ouachita?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Washita - Lake Ouachita.