Lake Springdale and the surrounding J.B. Hunt Park make up one of the best outdoor spots in the city — a roughly 200-acre park with fishing, paddling, disc golf, ball fields, paved trails, mountain biking, and a pump track. Best of all, it’s free and family-friendly.
Fishing
Lake Springdale is a favorite fishing hole, with free public access and no entry fee. Anglers cast for stocked rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and channel catfish from the bank or the fishing docks and piers. Walking-trail access makes it easy to find your spot.
Paddling & the Water
The lake is great for kayaking and paddleboarding around its scenic coves, and seasonal kayak and paddleboard rentals are available if you don’t have your own. It’s a calm, no-pressure place to get on the water close to town.
J.B. Hunt Park: Trails, Biking & Sports
The park wrapped around the lake packs in a lot:
- Paved trails for walking, running, and biking
- Mountain biking trails and a pump track
- Disc golf course
- Softball fields and picnic areas
For mountain biking maps, difficulty ratings, and conditions across the region, see our sister site NWA Bike Trails.
Cost, Parking & Accessibility
Visiting Lake Springdale and J.B. Hunt Park is free, with on-site parking and picnic areas. The lake area is noted as wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking and paved paths.
More: all parks in Springdale or the full Things to Do in Springdale guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fish at Lake Springdale?
Yes. Lake Springdale offers free public fishing from the bank and docks, with stocked rainbow trout plus largemouth bass and channel catfish.
Can you kayak or paddleboard at Lake Springdale?
Yes. The lake is great for paddling, and seasonal kayak and paddleboard rentals are available.
Does J.B. Hunt Park have mountain biking?
Yes. The park around Lake Springdale includes mountain biking trails and a pump track, plus paved trails, disc golf, and softball fields.
Is Lake Springdale free?
Yes. Access to the lake and J.B. Hunt Park is free, with on-site parking.
Location & Directions
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- Location: J.B. Hunt Park, Springdale, AR
- Cost: Free (fishing, trails, park); seasonal paddle rentals extra
- Good for: Fishing, kayaking, mountain biking, disc golf, trails