About Paraloma Park
Overview Paraloma Park is located in a secluded, low traffic area on the North portion of Millwood Lake, in the small community of Paraloma. Recreation Visitors to this area enjoy fishing, duck hunting and relaxing in this peaceful campground. This area affords a great diversity of fish and wildlife habitat. Millwood Lake is one of the top fishing lakes in the country. Some 20,000 acres of submerged timber provide excellent fish habitat for a wide variety of fish including largemouth, white striped and spotted bass, channel and flathead catfish, bluegill, sunfish, buffalo carp, crappie, and drum. Facilities Paraloma Park offers 30 paved sites with water and electricity, flush toilets, showers, and a trailer dump station. Area amenities also include a boat ramp, a playground, and fishing pier. Natural Features Paraloma campground is located directly on Millwood Lake with lake views from most of the campsites. The surrounding landscape is flat, low land areas with dense timber. Known as a catfishing "hotspot", Paraloma Park attracts many visitors in the spring and early fall. Nearby Attractions Nearby towns include Ashdown and Nashville, Arkansas, and Texarkana, Texas.
How to Get There
Paraloma Landing is located approximately 1.5 miles south of Paraloma, AR off of Highway 234.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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Long-sleeve shirt
Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
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Light shell or windbreaker
Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 0 mph).
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Hiking pants or convertible
Layer for variable conditions.
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Trail runners or low boots
Comfortable, broken in.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Paraloma Park
Heading to Paraloma Park? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Paraloma Park?
No central reservation system listed for Paraloma Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10068584) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Paraloma Park?
Paraloma Landing is located approximately 1.5 miles south of Paraloma, AR off of Highway 234.
How do I contact Paraloma Park?
You can reach the park at phone: 870-898-3343.
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