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Jefferson Ridge Campground in Arkansas
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Jefferson Ridge Campground

Dierks Lake, Arkansas

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As of October 2026, Jefferson Ridge Campground is a campground in Arkansas with 86 campsites. Jefferson Ridge Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Jefferson Ridge Campground is located at 34.1482ยฐ N, 94.1267ยฐ W.
people allowed on 83 of 86 sites
12
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites
100

Jefferson Ridge Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum consecutive stay: 28 consecutive nights
  • Maximum stay: 28 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Jefferson Ridge Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Jefferson Ridge Campground

  • Standard 81
  • Tent 3
  • Group 2
  • Accessible 3
  • Hookups 86

What an RV fits

  • 21 ft2 sites
  • 30 ft9 sites
  • 65 ft37 sites
  • 124 ft33 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water
  • dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Jefferson Ridge Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
0011Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0021Standard1221 ftElectric, Water-
0031Standard1221 ftElectric, Water-
0041Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0051Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0061Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0071Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0081Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0091Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0101Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0111Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0121Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0131Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0141Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0151Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
0161Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
017- Tent Site1Tent12-Electric, Water-
018- Tent Site1Tent12-Electric, Water-
019- Tent Site1Tent12-Electric, Water-
0201Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
021 Buddy Site1Standard2465 ftElectric, Water-
0221Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
0231Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
0241Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
Group Pavilion 1- Day Use1Group100-Electric, Water-
Group Pavilion 2- Day Use1Group100-Electric, Water-
0252Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
0262Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0272Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0282Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0292Standard1265 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
0302Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0312Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0322Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0332Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0342Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0352Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0362Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0372Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0382Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0392Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0402Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0412Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0422Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0432Standard1265 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
0442Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0452Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0462Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0472Standard1265 ftElectric, Water-
0482Standard1265 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
0492Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
0502Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
0512Standard1230 ftElectric, Water-
052JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
053JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
054JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
055JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
056JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
057JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
058JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
059JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
060JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
061JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
062JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
063JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
064JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
065JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
066JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
067JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
068JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
069JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
070JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
071JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
072JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
073JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
074JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
075JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
076JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
077JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
078JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
079JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
080JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
081JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
082JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
083JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-
084JEFFERSON RIDGEStandard12124 ftElectric, Water-

About Jefferson Ridge Campground

Overview

Jefferson Ridge Campground is located on Dierks Lake in southwestern Arkansas. Rugged ridges bordering the lake create stunning views, and visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and hunting.

Recreation

The 1360-acre lake offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities. Dierks Lake is known for its excellent bass and crappie fishing.

Hunters will find nearly 600 acres of public hunting lands in the upper reaches of the project. Game species include white-tail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, grey and fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, and a variety of waterfowl.

A playground, two swimming beaches and two boat ramps provide additional recreation opportunities.

Facilities

This year-round campground offers 85 family sites and two day-use group picnic shelters. All sites include full electric and water hookups.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and dump stations.

Natural Features

Sitting in the Ouachita Mountain Region of Arkansas, Dierks Lake is fed by the Saline River.

Nearby Attractions

Crater of Diamonds State Park, Little Missouri Falls, and Cossatot River State Park are popular recreational areas located in close proximity to Dierks Lake.

Rules and notices at Jefferson Ridge Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Jefferson Ridge Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Dierks Lake Project Office: 870-286-2346

Arkansas Game and Fish: 501-223-6459

Howard County Sheriffโ€™s Office: 870-845-2626

Sevier County Sheriffโ€™s Office: 870-642-2125

Jefferson Ridge Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Jefferson Ridge Campground?

Jefferson Ridge Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 86 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Jefferson Ridge Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Jefferson Ridge Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Jefferson Ridge Campground have?

Jefferson Ridge Campground has 86 campsites.

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