Mississippi River State Park
What to know
Mississippi River
State Park provides quality access to the St. Francis National Forest and
offers visitors endless adventures where the Mississippi River, Crowley’s
Ridge and the Arkansas Delta meet. Visitors can explore everything from
hardwood forests to the sandy shores of the Mississippi River while enjoying three
lakes, the All American Great River Road and Crowley's Ridge Parkway (Both are National Scenic Byways), four hiking trails and two recreational areas. Interpretive programs include tours of historic sites, cooking demonstrations,
hiking, biking, kayaking and much more. The visitor center includes interactive exhibits, a gift shop, and a large, multi-purpose area for hosting meetings, family reunions and other group events. Boat, kayak, canoe and
bicycle rentals are available.
Bear Creek Lake Recreational Area in Marianna
Bear Creek Lake Recreational Area in Marianna
- Beech Point Campground (AAA sites 1-17 with electricity, water, sewer and bathhouse)
- Lone Pine Campground (Primitive sites 18-31, no water or electricity)
- Maple Flats Group Campground (Primitive, no water or electricity. Group grill, picnic tables and vault toilet)
- Beaver Point Day-Use Area (Bear Creek Lake swim beach and Bear Creek Nature Trail)
- Storm Creek Lake Campground ( AAA sites 32-45 with electricity, water, sewer and bathhouse)
- Storm Creek Lake Campground Camper Cabins (See full description below and common packing list)
- Storm Creek Day-Use Area (Storm Creek Lake swim beach, rentable pavilion and boat launch)
- Hornor Neck Lake (Boat ramp and Hornor Neck Wildlife Viewing Trail)