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Gillham Lake

Grannis, Arkansas · Howard County

The Corps of Engineers invites you to visit Gillham Lake, "The Bright Spot on the Cossatot" and wishes you an enjoyable stay at the project and a memorable outdoor recreation experience. Overnight accommodations, food, bait, tackle, and other needs are available from businesses near the lake. Project personnel are avai…

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About Gillham Lake

The Corps of Engineers invites you to visit Gillham Lake, "The Bright Spot on the Cossatot" and wishes you an enjoyable stay at the project and a memorable outdoor recreation experience. Overnight accommodations, food, bait, tackle, and other needs are available from businesses near the lake. Project personnel are available and will be happy to assist in assuring you a pleasant stay.

Plan Your Visit to Gillham Lake

Heading to Gillham Lake? 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 Gillham Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Gillham Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/536) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Gillham Lake?

From DeQueen, 15 miles north on US 71, 5 miles east to lake.

How do I contact Gillham Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (870) 898-3343.