Lake Sylvia Recreation Area
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What to know
Lake Sylvia Recreation Area is nestled between scenic pine and oak-clad mountains in the northeast corner of the Ouachita National Forest. The serene 18-acre lake is noted for its swimming and fishing opportunities only 38 miles west of Little Rock. The trail system offers visitors an opportunity to hike, enjoy an easy nature walk, connect with the Ouachita National Recreation Trail for a backpacking experience, go trail running or gravel grinding. There is also a swimming beach, bathhouses, playground, event center, pump track and picnic sites. Interpretive programming is offered.
Hours
Park opens at 6:30 AM and closes one hour after sunset.
Plan Your Adventure
Camping
Group Facilities
Camper Cabins
Cabin #1:
- Sleeps up to 6 people. It has 1 queen bed and 4 twin beds. You need to bring your own bedding and pillows.
- There is no kitchen or coffee maker but does include a microwave and full-size refrigerator.
- It has a bathroom that includes a toilet, shower and sink.
- It has heating and air conditioning.
- Includes a porch and standing grill.
- TV is not provided.
Cabins #2 - #7:
- Sleeps up to 2 people. It has 1 full bed. You need to bring your own bedding and pillows.
- There is no kitchen or coffee maker but does include a microwave and mini-refrigerator.
- It has a bathroom that includes a toilet, shower and sink.
- It has heating and air conditioning.
- Includes a porch and standing grill.
- TV is not provided.
Common packing list for camper cabins:
- Bedding or Sleeping Bags
- Pillows
- Bathroom Towels
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Paper Towels
- Coffee Maker or Instant Coffee
- Plates/Cups/Cutlery
- Dish Soap/Sponge
- Charcoal for Standing Grill
- Ice Cooler
RV Sites
RV Sites #1 - 14
- 30 AMP
- Water
- Wi-fi
Primitive Sites
Primitive Sites #1 - 23
Ogden Hall
Daily Rate: $500
Catering Kitchen Only
Kitchen Only Daily Rate:
$250
Kitchen with Ogden Hall Rental Daily Rate:
$100