London, AR

Piney Bay

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

Download a Piney Bay park map HERE  Piney Bay Campground sits along Dardanelle Lake in western Arkansas. Campers come here to get a break from the city and take advantage of the ample swimming, boating and fishing opportunities.

Recreation

Picnicking, boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. The lake is brimming with white bass, largemouth bass, bream, crappie and large catfish.

Facilities

Piney Bay offers 68 reservable campsites, all equipped with electric hookups, along with a large group picnic shelter. Campers enjoy hot showers, two boat ramps, a playground and a swim beach.

Natural Features

Situated between the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests, Dardanelle Lake creates an excellent setting for nature lovers. The lake stems from the Arkansas River and spans 40,000 acres. Wooded area and hills surround the lake. The region is a favorite destination for bald eagles in wintertime.

Nearby Attractions

Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary, with nearly 86 acres of wetlands and low woods, provide an ideal habitat for native wildlife. Visitors can explore the area on the six-mile trail system.

Typical weather

Lake Dardanelle

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Lake Dardanelle, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.47°JJanuary: average water temperature 47°F47°FFebruary: average water temperature 47°F51°MMarch: average water temperature 51°F62°AApril: average water temperature 62°F65°MMay: average water temperature 65°F75°JJune: average water temperature 75°F84°JJuly: average water temperature 84°F77°AAugust: average water temperature 77°F78°SSeptember: average water temperature 78°F64°OOctober: average water temperature 64°F57°NNovember: average water temperature 57°F50°DDecember: average water temperature 50°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 18 field-sample stations

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