US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · Army Corps lake in Yell County, Arkansas. Run by US Army Corps of Engineers.
| Operator | US Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 34 |
| Site types | 33 standard, electric, 1 group shelter electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 35 sites (water at 35) |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 75 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump station | Yes |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (479) 272-4983 |
| Website | www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232543 |
| Address | 10692 Carter Cove Road, Plainview, AR, 72857 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Carter Cove Public Use Area before you go.
Carter Cove Campground sits along the shores of Nimrod Lake and Dam, cradled between Arkansas' Ouachita and Ozark Mountains. Visitors are greeted with shaded campsites, beautiful scenery and many outdoor recreation opportunities. Nimrod Lake provides the ideal spot to get away from it all, relax and enjoy yourself. Recreation Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake, with an abundance of catfish, bluegill, bass and crappie available.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Carter Cove Public Use Area is in Yell County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.