No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Lower Lake Recreation Area continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 64 tracked reservation dates (Mar 1 – May 3, 2027): 64 open for online reservation.
Where the open windows are
Load status
Mar 1 – May 3, 2027Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 37 fall on weekdays and 27 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Mar 2027 – May 2027March holds the most room. 31 of 31 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 1 day-use unit| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by day-use unit
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Unit | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Lower Lake Pavilion | 64 |
This day-use unit currently has 64 reservation dates available.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Mar 1, 2027. That is about 119 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Mar 1, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The reservation dates shown on this page describe Mar 1, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
Reservation dates
All 1 day-use unit with current availability
| Unit | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Lake Pavilion | 64 | 64 dates | Mar 1, 2027, Mar 2, 2027, Mar 3, 2027, Mar 4, 2027, Mar 5, 2027, Mar 6, 2027, Mar 7, 2027, Mar 8, 2027, Mar 9, 2027, Mar 10, 2027, Mar 11, 2027, Mar 12, 2027 +52 more |
About Lower Lake Recreation Area
Overview
Lower Lake is an area developed for visitors of the regulating dam. Fishing in the continuous outflow of the dam is a popular pastime. Other visitors fish the 400-acre pool above the dam or float and fish the river below the dam. Individual covered picnic tables plus one group shelter with a large cooking grill are available for use. The openness of the area lends itself to volleyball, softball, 18-hole disc golf course, and a fitness course.
Facilities
Lower Lake Recreation Area has a group use shelter available for renting. It is located beside the Caddo River and has a maximum seating capacity of 50 people. A playground, a sand volleyball court and an open playing field are adjacent to the shelter. A restroom is within walking distance of the shelter. There is a boat ramp in the park to access the river. The scenic Lower Lake Disc Golf Course is located in Lower Lake Recreation Area. Opening in late 2011, the course has become one of the most popular in the area. The Voss Fitness Trail is a 1 mile gravel trail with four fitness stops featuring a total of 19 workout stations.
DeGray Lake Sunset Trail is a 1.7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located at the Lower Lake that features lakeside views and is great for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The ADA-accessible trail meanders along a level paved surface, ideal for an easy afternoon walk.
To see USACE DeGray Lake Virtual Tour, click here
Natural Features
Degray Lake is one of the region's five Diamond Lakes, known for their crystal clear waters. The lake flows from the Caddo River in western Arkansas and spans 13,500 surface acres. The first settlers around the lake were the Caddo Indians, whose remains have been traced back to 700 A.D. The early inhabitants were skilled in agriculture, and grew crops like beans, squash, maize and sunflowers.
Nearby Attractions
The DeGray Lake Resort State Park offers golf courses, tennis courts, horseback riding trails and more along the 207 miles of lake shoreline. The Ouachita National Forest and Hot Springs National Park are both located nearby.
Getting there
From Interstate 30 take exit 78. Merge onto State Highway 7 north and turn onto AR- 390 for 2 miles.
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
Photo gallery
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Lower Lake Recreation Area?
Reservations for Lower Lake Recreation Area are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 64 of 64 tracked reservation dates are open (100%), though availability can change. Pick the unit on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Which month has the most availability at Lower Lake Recreation Area?
March 2027, with 31 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 31.
When is the next open date at Lower Lake Recreation Area?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Lower Lake Recreation Area begins Mar 1, 2027 — about 119 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Mar 1, 2027.
Let the app watch this shelter
Choose the reservation dates you want at Lower Lake Recreation Area.
Campsite Sniper can monitor this facility and notify you if a selected date becomes available.
When a selected date becomes available, you get a push with a Recreation.gov link so you can review and book it yourself.