Arkansas Bend Park 

 One of the most isolated and untouched parks in Travis County, this peaceful 323-acre park lies on the north shore of Lake Travis near the community of Lago Vista and combines many of the best qualities of other Lake Travis parks. The parks' two miles of shoreline offer opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping, picnicking and lake access via an excellent boat ramp. Several inviting, shaded picnic and camping areas are situated along a bluff above a gently sloping, rocky waterfront.

Directions

From Highway 183, take FM 1431 south 11 miles to Lohmans Ford Road. Turn left on Lohmans Ford Road and travel 4 1/2 miles to Sylvester Ford Road. Turn left on Sylvester Ford Road and travel 1 1/2 miles to the park entrance.

Hours of Operation

Open 24 hours a day for camping.

Entrance Fees

• Day Permit -- $8.00 (per vehicle)
• Pedestrian / Bicyclist -- $3.00
• Primitive Camping -- $15.00 (per vehicle)

Annual permits are also available.
Seniors and Veterans with more than 60% service related disability may obtain a Lone Star Pass which provides for free admission and discounts on camping fees.

Acreage:  323    Annual Visitors:  10,000

Available Activities

• boating
• camping
• fishing
• hiking
• mountain biking
• picnicking
• swimming
• sunbathing

Amenities

• barbecue grills
• boat ramp
• nature/hiking trails
• picnic tables
• primitive campsites
• restrooms

Camping

Overnight camping is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are required. The gravel bars off the tip of the park's peninsula are popular anchorages for day and overnight sailors and boaters.

• Overnight campers should be aware that Arkansas Bend Park offers primitive camping only. No water or improved facilities are currently available.
• Ground fires are permitted as seasonal conditions allow, but visitors are required to bring in their own firewood. Cutting or gathering of firewood, including kindling, is not allowed.
• In an effort to allow all park visitors to enjoy their stay at Arkansas Bend, we ask that all overnight campers arrive by midnight and keep vehicle traffic to a minimum after dark. Quiet hours are enforced between the hours of 10 pm and 7 am. All radios and generators must be turned off at this time.

Special Notes

Day use only park. Ground fires are prohibited in all day use parks. Glass containers and fireworks are prohibited in all Travis County Parks.

Annual Permits

• Annual Day Permit -- $75.00
  (per vehicle)
• Pedestrian / Bicycle -- $25.00
  (with ID and permit when entering the park )
• Lone Star Senior Pass -- Free to ages 65 and older
• Lone Star Veteran Pass -- Free
  (to veterans with more than 60% service related disability)
• Overnight Camping
  with Lone Star or Annual Permits - $8.00
  (with vehicle permit)
• Camping for Lone Star Veterans -- Free
  (with Lone Star veteran pass)
• Trailer Parking -- $30.00

Information appears courtesy of Travis County