LAKE POINSETT STATE PARK
Anglers will find the relatively shallow waters of 640-acre Lake Poinsett, nestled atop the rolling hills of Crowley's Ridge in northeast Arkansas, a special getaway for crappie, catfish, bream and bass fishing. Situated on the northern end of this Arkansas Game and Fish Commission lake, the state park offers 29 campsites (4 Class A, 22 Class B and three Class D), picnic areas, a standard pavilion (screened with restrooms), boat launch ramp, boat rentals and interpretive programs. Near the picnic area is ample room for impromptu softball games. A children's playground is located between the picnic area and campground.
Activities offered by park interpreters include trail walks, guided kayak and canoe tours, birding and watchable wildlife excursions, Dutch oven cooking workshops, fishing derbies, and more.
Anglers can enjoy fishing from the shoreline or by boat. Common catches include bass, bream, crappie, and catfish.
Lake Poinsett State Park is located near Jonesboro, Jonesboro
Lake Poinsett State Park offers scenic picnic areas with tables and grills overlooking the lake. Shelters are available for rent.
For hiking enthusiasts, the 1.1-mile Great Blue Heron Trail can be enjoyed in a leisurely 45-minute hike.
The park offers diverse birding opportunities, with waterfowl and wading birds frequenting the lake's shores. Species include Great Blue Herons, Double-crested Cormorants, and various duck species during migration seasons. Woodland areas attract songbirds like warblers, vireos, and woodpeckers throughout the year. Birdwatchers can explore trails or use observation decks for optimal viewing experiences in different habitats within the park.
To reach Lake Poinsett State Park from Harrisburg, travel one mile east on Ark. 14, then go three miles south on Ark. 163 to the park.