Winter weather leads to temporary park closings

LITTLE ROCK – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close recreation areas around Millwood, De Queen, Gilham and Dierks lakes beginning Jan. 23 because of hazardous winter weather in the forecast and public safety concerns.

USACE is taking these actions out of an abundance of caution, as emergency and medical services may be unable to reach visitors during periods of severe weather.

Temporary closures are necessary to protect both visitors and staff and reflect USACE’s commitment to safety and accountability through proactive communication.
The following parks and facilities will be closed:

Millwood Lake
• White Cliffs
• Wilton Landing
• Beard’s Bluff
• Cottonshed

De Queen Lake
• Story Creek Boat Ramp
• Glen Canyon
• Oak Grove Park
• Oak Grove Landing
• Pine Ridge Park
• Bellah Mine Park

Gillham Lake
• Little Coon Creek Park
• Coon Creek Park
• Cossatot Reefs Park
• Cossatot Point Boat Ramps
Dierks Lake

• Jefferson Ridge Park
• Blue Ridge
• Horseshoe Bend

Parks will reopen once weather conditions improve and it is safe for public access.