Bear Creek Lake’s water level is low due to spillway damage. It is recommended that boats use caution while unloading on the Bear Creek Lake Boat Ramp while water is low. Courtesy docks at the campground and boat ramp are dry-docked. The park continues to rent flat-bottom boats with motors and kayaks to access the lake. Storm Creek, Saint Francis River, and Hornor Neck Lake boat launches within Mississippi River State Park are open.
ATTENTION: There is a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) at Bear Creek Lake. It is strongly advised to avoid contact with the water while the advisory is active as HABs can be harmful to humans and animals. Please read more at the Arkansas Department of Energy & Environment.
Mississippi River State Park
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What to know
Mississippi River State Park provides quality access to the St. Francis National Forest and offers visitors endless adventures where the Mississippi River, Crowley’s Ridge and the Arkansas Delta meet. Visitors can explore everything from hardwood forests to the sandy shores of the Mississippi River while enjoying three lakes, the All American Great River Road and Crowley's Ridge Parkway (Both are National Scenic Byways), four hiking trails and two recreational areas. Interpretive programs include tours of historic sites, cooking demonstrations, hiking, biking, kayaking and much more. The visitor center includes interactive exhibits, a gift shop, and a large, multi-purpose area for hosting meetings, family reunions and other group events. Boat, kayak, canoe and bicycle rentals are available.
Bear Creek Lake Recreational Area in Marianna
- Beech Point Campground (AAA sites 1-17 with electricity, water, sewer and bathhouse)
- Lone Pine Campground (Primitive sites 18-31, no water or electricity)
- Maple Flats Group Campground (Primitive, no water or electricity. Group grill, picnic tables and vault toilet)
- Beaver Point Day-Use Area (Bear Creek Lake swim beach and Bear Creek Nature Trail)
Storm Creek Lake Recreational Area in Helena-West Helena
- Storm Creek Lake Campground ( AAA sites 32-45 with electricity, water, sewer and bathhouse)
- Storm Creek Lake Campground Camper Cabins (See full description below and common packing list)
- Storm Creek Day-Use Area (Storm Creek Lake swim beach, rentable pavilion and boat launch)
- Hornor Neck Lake (Boat ramp and Hornor Neck Wildlife Viewing Trail)
Plan Your Adventure
- Queen bed, twin bunk beds (must bring own bedding, including pillows)
- Dining table
- Heating and air conditioning
- Electricity
- Screened in porch
- Outdoor grill and fire pit
- No coffee maker, kitchen, bathroom or TV
- 4 unit family-style bathhouse within eyeshot
- All Cabins are dog friendly with a 1 time $15 fee per dog
- Cabins #4 & #5 are ADA accessible
- Bedding or sleeping bags
- Pillows
- Bathroom towels
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Paper towels
- Coffee Maker or Instant Coffee
- Plates/cups/cutlery
- Dish soap/sponge
- Charcoal for outdoor grill
- Ice cooler
Meeting Rooms, Visitor Center, Restrooms
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Open Pavilion
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Boats
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Solo Kayak, Tandem Kayak
Mississippi River State Park has two 8-slot kiosks - located at Bear Creek and Storm Creek swim beaches - where you can rent a kayak and accessories (such as lifejackets and paddles). Just scan your phone to reserve and pay for your rental. Visit HERE to reserve yours now!
Wherever Watersports reserves the right to offer special rates for slow periods or special promotions. Rates will not increase unless agreed upon by the concessionaire and Arkansas State Parks.
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SUP Board
Mississippi River State Park has two 8-slot kiosks - located at Bear Creek and Storm Creek swim beaches - where you can rent a paddleboard and accessories (such as lifejackets and paddles). Just scan your phone to reserve and pay for your rental. Visit HERE to reserve yours now!
Wherever Watersports reserves the right to offer special rates for slow periods or special promotions. Rates will not increase unless agreed upon by the concessionaire and Arkansas State Parks.
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