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Millwood State Park: Arkansas’ 39th state park

Millwood State Park near Ashdown is located on the banks of Millwood Lake, which is renowned for fishing

File photo of Millwood Lake. Photo by Kirk Jordan.

Exploring Wildlife Lane Nature Trail at Millwood State Park

Jun 2025

A variety of plants and animals can be found in Millwood State Park, and this trail offers many viewing opportunities. Common mammals that might be seen include deer, raccoon, opossum, fox, coyote and more. Uncommon visitors like bobcats and bears have also been documented in this area, but are rarely see.

Best parks for a family getaway

Jun 2022

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Arkansas State Parks Staff

Arkansas State Parks are perfect for your family getaway. With activities for everyone and every age, you’ll have plenty to do at any one of our state parks. Check out our list for some ideas on parks you should visit.

Family canoeing at Cane Creek and touching the lilly pads

Get Back to Nature This Fall

Sep 2021

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Arkansas State Parks Staff

As bright mornings give way to chillier weather and the leaves start to turn to auburn, garnet and gold, you’ll feel the pull to get outside. Whether you want to spend an entire weekend living around nature’s beauty or want to feel the thrill of speed as you race down a Monument Trail, Arkansas State Parks has something for everyone this autumn.

Fall camping at White Oak Lake State Park

5 Arkansas State Parks Summer Hot Spots

May 2021

Summer isn’t just a season — it’s a state of mind. And Arkansas is the perfect place to explore that sun-kissed bliss of nights around a campfire, hair drying from a jump in the lake, making gooey s’mores feel. Explore 5 state parks to find where you should kick your heels up for the warm months.

Photo Essay: Alligator Antics

Jul 2020

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Ivory Detter

Alligators can be observed during the warm months of the year at Millwood State Park in the southwestern region of Arkansas, and they are an important part of the aquatic habitat here. Follow along as we go on a virtual alligator spotting adventure! All of the alligators in the following pictures have made Millwood State Park their home.

Photo Essay: Spring Bird Migration at Millwood State Park

Jun 2020

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Ivory Detter

Millwood State Park is located in southwest Arkansas where two major migratory bird flyways intersect. Part of our park mission is to provide safe and enriching educational opportunities about park resources, and one of our most prominent resources is the wildlife protected here.

Millwood State Park

1564 Hwy. 32 East

Ashdown, AR 71822

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