Horsehead Lake Recreation Area
usfs · AR
- dump station12 mi
- fuel station4.3 mi
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About
Horsehead Lake offers several amenities to its visitors. Managed cooperatively by the US Forest Service and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, it provides a developed camping area, restroom facilities with showers, a playground, and picnic area, most of which are fully accessible. There is primitive camping and a boat launch across the lake from the developed campground, offered by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. There is a 'no wake' limitation on the lake so visitors are encouraged to operate smaller motors or trolling motors while enjoying their day of boating and fishing. Swimming is allowed at Horsehead Lake, but be aware that you are swimming at your own risk
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 12 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 4.3 mi
fuel station
McCormick's One Stop
- 11 mi
propane
Blue Rhino
- 11 mi
grocery
Harps
- 10 mi
trailhead
Lick Branch
- 9.8 mi
attraction
Byrd’s Adventure Center
- 12 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
Forest road access near this stay: SINCLAIR in Ozark-St. Francis National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- AR
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

