Avery
Avery
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Price
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Sites
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Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Check Site
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Avery
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Campsite Fees
Pavilion is described as reservable. No specific fees or fee amounts are listed in the provided information.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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Provider(501) 767-2101
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"Based on the single available review, campers generally view Avery positively. The reviewer gave it 4 out of 5 stars and described it as a “nice place,” suggesting a good overall experience with no major issues noted."
About Avery
Nestled just below Blakely Mountain Dam on Lake Hamilton's western shore, Avery Recreation Area welcomes day visitors to explore the meeting point of the Ouachita River and pristine lake waters. This accessible lakeside destination combines excellent fishing opportunities—including an ADA-compliant pier—with scenic hiking trails, a convenient boat launch, and shaded pavilion spaces perfect for family gatherings.
Facility is described as a day-use recreation area; no camping or overnight facilities are indicated.
Natural Features and SceneryThe crystal-clear waters of Lake Ouachita create a stunning backdrop as they lap against the shoreline, where carefully placed benches invite you to pause and soak in mountain lake views. A smooth, paved ADA trail winds through the landscape, offering easy access to the water's edge and connecting visitors to longer adventures on the Wood Duck Slough Trail and the renowned Lake Ouachita Vista Trail.
This is prime territory for spotting wildlife in their natural habitat—watch for waterfowl gliding across the slough, deer moving through the forest edges, and the occasional glimpse of the wood ducks that give one trail its name. The combination of lake, shoreline, and mountain forest creates a diverse ecosystem that changes beautifully with the seasons.
Geological RegionOuachita Mountains
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Campsite details
AccessibilityADA fishing pier; small paved ADA trail with scenic benches.
Total Campsitesnull campsites
Recommended CampsitesGood location for shoreline fishing, use of the ADA fishing pier, boat launching at the ramp, and access to the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail and Wood Duck Slough Trail for wildlife viewing.
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Tents
Tents are not allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed
Site layoutDay-use layout with shoreline fishing access, ADA fishing pier, boat ramp, reservable pavilion, restrooms, a small paved ADA trail with benches, and trailheads for the Wood Duck Slough Trail and Lake Ouachita Vista Trail.
Activities you can enjoy
Day-use recreation focused on shoreline and lake-based activities plus hiking and wildlife viewing. The area is a main trailhead for the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) and contains the Wood Duck Slough Trail.
Hiking
Hiking trails onsite include a small paved ADA trail with scenic benches, the Wood Duck Slough Trail (wildlife viewing), and a main trailhead for the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), a 40-mile trail system.Fishing
Shoreline fishing access and an ADA fishing pier provide fishing opportunities on Lake Ouachita.Boating
Boat ramp available; lake supports boat-based recreation.Wildlife viewing
Wood Duck Slough Trail offers wildlife viewing opportunities.Water Sports
Water skiing and jet skiing are mentioned as recreational uses of the lake.Advertisement
Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
Hazards
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Humidity: 55%
Wind: 7.4 mph
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Proximity to water featuresLocated along the western shore of the Ouachita River / Lake Hamilton and immediately below Blakely Mountain Dam.
HostThis location is unstaffed. For general information contact the main office at (501) 767-2101.
Campground Map
Avery
Driving directionsFrom Hot Springs, AR: Take US 270 west to AR-227 N/Mountain Pine Rd for 6 miles. Continue straight on Blakely Dam Road through Mountain Pine and past Mountain Pine school. Drive across the base of Blakely Mountain Dam and Avery Recreation Area will be on your left.
Accessible from US 270 west via AR-227 N/Mountain Pine Rd and Blakely Dam Road; drive across the base of Blakely Mountain Dam to reach the area.Nearby places
Hot Springs — Lake Ouachita is described as about 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park.
Reviews from booking and map sources
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1 reviews
Avery has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Based on the single available review, campers generally view Avery positively. The reviewer gave it 4 out of 5 stars and described it as a “nice place,” suggesting a good overall experience with no major issues noted.
Review Summaries
Based on 1 reviews
What Campers Love
The campground is characterized as a “nice place,” indicating a generally pleasant environment and satisfactory experience. The 4/5 rating implies the camper was happy overall with the stay.
Based on 1 reviewsCamper Quotes
"Nice place"
Based on 1 reviewsSite-Specific Reviews
One reviewer stayed at PAV 1 in Loop A and rated their experience 4 out of 5 stars, describing Avery as a “nice place.” No additional details were provided about this specific site.
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Last updated December 10, 2025
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