Casinos in Arkansas, USA

Arkansas has 2 licensed casinos in our database, distributed across 2 cities. Whether commercial, tribal, or a mix depends on the state's specific compact and licensing history.

All 2 properties

Frequently asked

How many casinos are in Arkansas?

Arkansas has 2 casinos in our database, spread across 2 cities. Mix of commercial and tribal properties depending on the state's compact.

What's the biggest casino operator in Arkansas?

Independent / Other runs 2 of the 2 casinos in Arkansas. The remainder are operated by smaller chains and independents.

What's the biggest casino in Arkansas?

By amenities and resort scale, Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort is among the largest in Arkansas. The "biggest" can also mean by floor size, slot count, or revenue — these often differ; we list every property with its specific scope at /casinos.

What are the most common games in Arkansas casinos?

Slots, Blackjack, Roulette, Poker, Craps appear most often across Arkansas's casino floors. Specific table mins and rule sets vary by property — see individual casino pages for details.

Are Arkansas casinos commercial or tribal?

Arkansas has a mix of commercial and tribal properties. Commercial casinos operate under state regulation; tribal properties operate under federal Class III compacts negotiated between the tribe and the state.

Do I need a player's card to gamble in Arkansas casinos?

Player's cards are universally optional and free — they're for tracking comp earnings, not access. For slots, always card-on (the casino tracks plays anyway; the card just credits comps). For tables, card-on if you'll play 2+ hours.