Carden Point Day Use Park sits along the shores of Nimrod Lake and Dam, cradled between Arkansas’ Ouachita and Ozark Mountains.Carden Point features a large day use group picnic shelter, with drinking water, grills and tables. A playground, horseshoe pit and swimming beach make the area ideal for large parties or family functions.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.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.Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake, with an abundance of catfish, bluegill, bass and crappie available.
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2:00 PM
12:00 PM
May through October
6 people
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Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
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Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.
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