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Lake Poinsett State Park

Lake Poinsett State Park
Photo: Thomas R Machnitzki ([email protected]), CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Location
Poinsett County, Arkansas
Nearest town
2.8 miles southeast of Harrisburg
Type
State Park
DirectionsOfficial park site ↗

About Lake Poinsett State Park

The 640-acre lake here was formed in 1960 when Distress Creek was dammed for recreation, and the park now sits along its western shore on Crowley's Ridge. At 132 acres, the park offers camping, fishing, picnicking and boat rentals, giving visitors direct access to the water for outings centered on the lake itself rather than on trails or historic sites.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Lake Poinsett State Park is in Poinsett County, Arkansas, 2.8 miles southeast of Harrisburg. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

State parks near Lake Poinsett State Park

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.