Greers Ferry Lake
USACE Little Rock District • Built 1962 • 31,500 surface acres • 340 miles shoreline
Greers Ferry Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.7 ft), water temp is a comfortable 74°f, light winds around 0 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Greers Ferry Lake
Dedicated by President John F. Kennedy in October 1963 in one of his final public appearances. The Little Red River tailrace downstream produced a former 40-pound world record brown trout.
Boat Ramps & Usability
3 Ramps| Ramp / Access Point | Lanes | Fee | Usable Min Pool | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greers Ferry Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground Waterfront RV sites with 50-amp electric hookups and beach access. | 2 lanes | $18-$28 / night | 456.0 ft | Open & Usable |
| Greers Ferry Lake Main Marina Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop. | 2 lanes | $10 ramp fee / free slip guests | 453.0 ft | Open & Usable |
| Greers Ferry Lake State Park Public Ramp Paved concrete ramp with dual courtesy docks and lit parking. | 4 lanes | $5 day-use pass | 455.0 ft | Open & Usable |
Full-Service Marinas
1 MarinasGreers Ferry Lake Main Marina
Full service marina with ethanol-free fuel, slip rentals, and bait shop.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: AGFC license.
Regulations Summary: World-class fly fishing tailrace downstream.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Sugar Loaf Mountain trail accessible only by boat; hiking allowed dawn to dusk.
Recent Community Reports
Washita river arm has excellent clear green water. Ran south to Wood Island this morning; no floating logs or hazards observed. Striper boils active off Soldier Creek.
Highport ramp had 4 lanes moving with zero wait. Dock hands assisted with tie-off. Sandbars near North Island are clearly visible in the sun.
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Heavy-Duty 3-Rider Towable Tube & Quick-Connect
Water temp is a warm 74°F—ideal for family tubing and towing.
USCG Approved Inflatable Life Vest (Auto-Hydrostatic)
Low profile, lightweight, and legally compliant for adult operators.
Castable GPS Fish Finder & Depth Transducer
Pinpoint submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, and school bait balls.
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Featured Lake Partners on Greers Ferry Lake
Texoma Pro Striper Charters
Full-day & half-day guided striped bass fishing on 24ft custom center consoles. All tackle, bait, and fish cleaning included. Departs from Highport Marina.
Call for Booking: (580) 555-0199Lakeside Pontoon & PWC Rentals
Premium 24ft tri-toons with 150HP outboards, Bluetooth audio, and bimini tops. Double-decker slide boats available for weekend island raft-ups.
Reserve Online / Call: (580) 555-0144Living on Greers Ferry Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Greers Ferry Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
25-foot flood pool buffer in the Little Red River valley.
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