Dumas anchors Arkansas Delta's rice belt, where endless fields meet Lake Chicot's fishing shores just 25 miles north. Pitch your rig at Pendleton Bend from $14/night or Wilbur D. Mills at $24/night. These spots launch you into catfish hauls, watermelon festivals, and Highway 65 road trips.
Dumas pulses with Delta farm life along US Highway 65. Rice paddies stretch to the horizon near Bayou Bartholomew. Lake Chicot State Park draws anglers with its 13,000 acres of oxbow waters. The Desha County Fairgrounds host rodeos and harvest fairs each fall. Wright's Dairy Farm serves fresh peach ice cream on weekends.
Pendleton Bend suits budget hunters chasing river views at rock-bottom rates. Families and pet owners pick Wilbur D. Mills, with its 30-amp hookups, dump station, and open policies. Both parks position you five minutes from diners like Delta Fast Food and grocery runs at Harps.
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Dumas rules as Arkansas Delta's rice and soybean hub. Vast fields line Highway 65, fueling the local economy. Lake Chicot, the state's largest natural lake, lies nearby for top-tier fishing. Annual watermelon festivals and Desha County Fair draw crowds to celebrate farm heritage.
Pendleton Bend and Wilbur D. Mills top the list in Dumas. Pendleton Bend starts at $14/night with basic sites. Wilbur D. Mills offers 30-amp hookups and a dump station at $24/night, just off Highway 65 for easy access.
Yes, Wilbur D. Mills welcomes pets with 30-amp sites and a dump station. Pendleton Bend works for leashed dogs too, at $14/night rates. Both keep you close to dog-friendly Lake Chicot trails 25 miles away.