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Shores Lake Recreation Area offers an 82-acre lake with a fully accessible bathroom facility with ramps for the physically challenged. The fishing piers were designed with wheelchair use in mind. Underwater structures were built to attract fish to the fishing piers. The pavilion is also fully accessible and is available by reservation. Construction of the dam at Shores Lake began in the 1930s by men in a nearby Civilian Conservation Corps camp. The dam was completed in 1958. A cooperative effort between the USDA Forest Service and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission helped complete the structure. Shores Lake Loop Trail is a showcase of upland hardwoods and shortleaf pine groves. The trail treats hikers to views of waterfalls and wildlife. 18 campsites and 28 family picnicking units. Pavilion for group picnicking by reservation only. Camping trailers allowed, no hook-ups or dumpsite available. Electric sites have 110 outlet & 30 amp outlet access. A campground host is present until November. Due to remote location of campground, water and electricity may be temporarily unavailable during inclement weather or other emergency situations. Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Bass ; Types of fishing available include: Shore, Motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait; ADA Accessible fishing access with fishing pier and boat launch. Information and map Information and map - Spanish Campground and Day-Use Area Rules
From Mulberry, AR, take State Rt. 215 north for 13.3 miles to Shores Lake sign (County Rt. 75). Bear left onto Rt. 75 and go 1.3 miles to campground.
Nature has reclaimed this place so I wouldn't recommend trying to go swimming there, but it is gorgeous.
Very beautiful and peaceful. We were told it’s closed for swimming at this time.
Beautiful. Serene. Uncrowded. Campgrounds are OPEN again. It's been cleaned up but not in top shape just yet. So if you loved the way it once was, be a part of making it that way again. I did. I am
beautiful, well kept camp grounds and parking areas. we swam in a little creek too cool off. great times
One of my top most favorite places I the Ozarks. Trails, rock formations, campsites, a lake, atv trails, waterfalls, bald eagles, etc...I could go on! Please, cherish this slice of heaven in the Ozarks and practice leaving no trace!
