State Parks and National Parks

Cane Creek State Park

Cane Creek State Park covers 2,053 acres of woodlands along 1,675-acre Cane Creek Lake. The park straddles two major natural divisions in Arkansas: the West Gulf Coastal Plain and the Mississippi Alluvial Plain.

The landscape is characterized by a series of deep gullies and steeply sloping ridges, which are common in the West Gulf Coastal Plain. This landscape is best experienced by hiking or biking the 2.5-mile Delta View Trail.

The Mississippi Alluvial Plain, known as the "Delta," offers some of the best fishing in Arkansas. The shallow, timber-filled waters of Cane Creek Lake provide excellent habitat for warm-water fish, including bass, crappie, sunfish and bream.

Access to the lake is facilitated by a free launch ramp, free parking and wheelchair-accessible fishing piers.

The park also offers a beautiful wooded camping area, with 30 campsites, water, electrical hookups, a modern bathhouse and grills. Campers must register at the visitor center before occupying a site. Ten sites are available for reservation.

The state park's visitor center includes the camping reservations office, exhibits describing the park's plants and wildlife, a gift shop, and historic photographs of the area. Park staff provide guided walks, kayak tours, nature programs and other services.

Mountain bikes and kayaks are available for rent.

Photo credits in order: Photo by A.C. Haralson, courtesy of Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. Photo by A.C. Haralson, courtesy of Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. Courtesy of Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.