Notrebes Bend Park
Arkansas River - Wilbur D. Mills Pool
This small, quiet campground contains 30 campsites and sits on the Arkansas River just below Wilbur D. Mills Dam. It is also along the Mississippi Flyway, the route millions of migratory birds take to get to and from the Gulf of Mexico.
Notrebes Bend Campground offers 30 campsites with 50 amp electric hookups, drinking water and campfire rings. Twenty-four sites may be reserved. There is a comfort station located in the Campgound offering restrooms and hot showers for park users. There is also a boat ramp for visitors seeking access to the Arkansas River below Wilbur D. Mills Dam.
Need to Know
Campground is currently closed.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- No Swimming, Wading or Diving is in effect in the Arkansas River.
- Water levels may rise or fall rapidly due to the close proximity below Wilbur D. Mills Dam. Boaters should exercise caution and maintain a proper lookout for changing river conditions.
CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec
STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec
Natural Features
Notrebes Bend Campground is located on the Arkansas River just below Wilbur D. Mills Dam. The Arkansas River below Wilbur D. Mills meanders for 26 miles before it meets the Mississppi River. Just upriver of the Dam is Pool 2; which includes the Arkansas Post Canal which stretches east to connect with the White River, Merrisach Lake and Coal Pile Lake, a state designated waterfowl rest area.
Nearby Attractions
The Arkansas Post National Memorial marks the spot for the first European village built west of the Mississippi River in 1686. The Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge is also nearby, offering excellent fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing.
Recreation
Fishing the tailwaters of Wilbur D. Mills Dam attracts anglers with an abundance of largemouth bass, crappie, bream and catfish, with catfish being a priority to many fishers. Boating, hunting, hiking and birding are also popular pastimes in this area.
Contact Information
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1286 WILBUR D. MILLS ROAD TICHNOR AR 72166
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 870-548-2291
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From DeWitt Arkansas, take US-165 south for 8.1 miles. Exit onto State Route 44 east and continue south for 5.3 miles to Tichnor. Take Tichnor Blacktop Road for 10 miles, cross the Arkansas Post Canal Bridge, and turn right onto Wilbur D. Mills Road. Continue for 6.5 miles and enter park.
Available Campsites
- Site B12, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C09, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B14, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C07, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C10, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C13, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B01, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C11, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C03, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B06, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B03, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B09, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C14, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C08, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B07, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B13, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C04, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C02, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C05, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C01, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B08, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C12, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B05, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C06, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B10, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C16, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B04, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B02, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site C15, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
- Site B11, Loop NOTREBES BEND PARK , Type Standard Electric
