## Overview

Little Fir is a small quiet campground located along the western shores of
Lake Ouachita. Little fir is a popular destination for many anglers who desire
a quiet atmosphere while still being close to prime fishing habitat.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and
incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded
forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.

Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the
southern end of the lake.

## Facilities

World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and
incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded
forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.

Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the
southern end of the lake.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central
Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's
crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the
largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.

## Nearby Attractions

Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake
Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Little Fir is a small quiet campground located along the western shores of Lake Ouachita. Little fir is a popular destination for many anglers who desire a quiet atmosphere while still being close to prime fishing habitat.   </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.  </p>
<p>Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.  </p>
<p>Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Campground Map

Boat Ramp

Little Fir

Fish Cleaning Station

Shower house

## Overview

Joplin Campground on Lake Ouachita is an excellent destination for pristine
lakefront camping. Joplin is perched on a slender peninsula with plenty of
attractive scenic views of the water and surrounding mountain terrain.  
  
  
  
World-class striper fishing goes on in the lake, and wildlife watchers can
find everything from bobcats to rare freshwater jellyfish.  
  
  
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Prized as one of the clearest lakes in the nation, Ouachita Lake is ideal for
scuba diving.  
  
Visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, scenic driving, water skiing, fishing and
hunting, as well.

## Facilities

Prized as one of the clearest lakes in the nation, Ouachita Lake is ideal for
scuba diving.  
  
Visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, scenic driving, water skiing, fishing and
hunting, as well.

## Natural Features

Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains of Central Arkansas, Lake Ouachita spans a
surface area of over 40,000 acres, making it the biggest lake completely
within the state of Arkansas. The region has a climate with four seasons.
Spring and fall are mild, summer is hot and humid, and winter is variable with
temperatures ranging from below freezing on up to the 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest. Boat rentals, horseback riding rentals and the
Hickorynut Mountain Vista are not far from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Joplin Campground on Lake Ouachita is an excellent destination for pristine lakefront camping. Joplin is perched on a slender peninsula with plenty of attractive scenic views of the water and surrounding mountain terrain. <br><br><br><br>World-class striper fishing goes on in the lake, and wildlife watchers can find everything from bobcats to rare freshwater jellyfish.<br><br><br><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>  for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Prized as one of the clearest lakes in the nation, Ouachita Lake is ideal for scuba diving. <br/><br/>
Visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, scenic driving, water skiing, fishing and hunting, as well.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Prized as one of the clearest lakes in the nation, Ouachita Lake is ideal for scuba diving. <br/><br/>
Visitors also enjoy hiking, biking, scenic driving, water skiing, fishing and hunting, as well.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains of Central Arkansas, Lake Ouachita spans a surface area of over 40,000 acres, making it the biggest lake completely within the state of Arkansas. 
  
The region has a climate with four seasons. Spring and fall are mild, summer is hot and humid, and winter is variable with temperatures ranging from below freezing on up to the 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.
  
Boat rentals, horseback riding rentals and the Hickorynut Mountain Vista are not far from the campground.

Joplin Redesign Campground Map

Joplin Campground

Joplin

## Overview

Tompkins Bend on Lake Ouachita, is a great family camping destination. The
combination of lush mountain scenery and roomy sites big enough for two
camping units, make this quiet location an ideal place for an outdoor getaway.  
  
  
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita
Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife
enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the
forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in
winter.

## Facilities

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita
Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife
enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the
forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in
winter.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central
Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's
crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the
largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest. Here, off-roading enthusiasts can take on the Wolf
Pen Gap Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Tompkins Bend on Lake Ouachita, is a great family camping destination. The combination of lush mountain scenery and roomy sites big enough for two camping units, make this quiet location an ideal place for an outdoor getaway. <br><br><br> <a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>  for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.   
Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.   
Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest. Here, off-roading enthusiasts can take on the Wolf Pen Gap Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Tompkins Bend Campground

Tompkins Bend

## Overview

Tompkins Bend Day-Use Area on Lake Ouachita, is a great spot to getaway for
the day. The combination of lush mountain scenery and wildlife, make this
quiet location an ideal place for a family gathering, reunion, or group
retreat.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita
Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.

Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer
in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often
spotted in winter.

## Facilities

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita
Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.

Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer
in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often
spotted in winter.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central
Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's
crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the
largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest. Here, off-roading enthusiasts can take on the Wolf
Pen Gap Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Tompkins Bend Day-Use Area on Lake Ouachita, is a great spot to getaway for the day.  The combination of lush mountain scenery and wildlife, make this quiet location an ideal place for a family gathering, reunion, or group retreat.  </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>  for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.   </p>
<p>Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.   </p>
<p>Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is fed from the cool waters of the Ouachita River in central Arkansas. Surrounded by the Ouachita Mountains and National Forest, it's crystal waters span over 40,000 acres and extend for 30 miles, making it the largest lake completely in the state of Arkansas.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest. Here, off-roading enthusiasts can take on the Wolf Pen Gap Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System.</p>

Tompkins Bend Day-Use Area

Day-Use Pavilion

Tompkins Bend Day-Use Pavilion

Tompkins Bend Day-Use

## Overview

Groups and families of all sizes come to camp at Denby Point for its scenic
views, year-round fishing and convenient boating facilities. The campground
promises to entertain jet skiers, boaters, hikers and birders alike.  
  
  
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and
incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded
forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface. Hikers take pleasure in
the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the
lake.

## Facilities

World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and
incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded
forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface. Hikers take pleasure in
the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the
lake.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 28 miles west
of Hot Springs National Park. The lake stems from the Ouachita River and
boasts 692 miles of shoreline and over 40,000 surface acres.

## Nearby Attractions

Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake
Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Groups and families of all sizes come to camp at Denby Point for its scenic views, year-round fishing and convenient boating facilities. The campground promises to entertain jet skiers, boaters, hikers and birders alike.  <br><br><br> <a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>  for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.  
Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
World-class striper fishing brings crowds of anglers year-round, and incredibly clear waters attract scuba divers, hoping to explore the flooded forests and mountain valleys below the lake's surface.  
Hikers take pleasure in the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which lines the southern end of the lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 28 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline and over 40,000 surface acres.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Explore Ouachita National Forest's 1.8 million acres, surrounding Lake Ouachita and extending across central Arkansas and southeastern Oklahoma. 

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Denby Campground

Denby Point

## Overview

Crystal Springs Campground, perched on the shores of Lake Ouachita in
Arkansas, is an ideal spot for families, friends and couples. Approximately
1.2 million people visit the lake each year to explore its crystal clear
waters and scenic mountain landscape.  
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is
particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small
and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many
types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks.  
  
Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter
months.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is
particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small
and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many
types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks.  
  
Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter
months.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot
Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita
River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

## Nearby Attractions

Part of the scenic 223-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail runs just north
of the lake. Here, hikers and mountain bikers can explore an array of
breathtaking views in the Ouachita Mountains.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Crystal Springs Campground, perched on the shores of Lake Ouachita in Arkansas, is an ideal spot for families, friends and couples. Approximately 1.2 million people visit the lake each year to explore its crystal clear waters and scenic mountain landscape.<br><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>  for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks. 
<br/><br/>
Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter months.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks. 
<br/><br/>
Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter months.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Part of the scenic 223-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail runs just north of the lake. Here, hikers and mountain bikers can explore an array of breathtaking views in the Ouachita Mountains.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Day-use Pavillion

Crystal Springs

Day-use Playground

Lake Ouachita Vista Trail Access

Swim Beach Campground

Crystal Springs (AR)

## Overview

Crystal Springs Day-Use Area, perched on the shores of Lake Ouachita in
Arkansas, is an ideal spot for families, friends and couples. Approximately
1.2 million people visit the lake each year to explore its crystal clear
waters and scenic mountain landscape.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is
particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small
and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many
types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks.

Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter
months.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is
particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small
and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many
types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks.

Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter
months.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot
Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita
River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Part of the scenic 223-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail runs just north
of the lake. Here, hikers and mountain bikers can explore an array of
breathtaking views in the Ouachita Mountains.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p> Crystal Springs Day-Use Area, perched on the shores of Lake Ouachita in Arkansas, is an ideal spot for families, friends and couples. Approximately 1.2 million people visit the lake each year to explore its crystal clear waters and scenic mountain landscape.</p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>   for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks. </p>



<p>Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter months.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors enjoy fishing, water skiing, hiking and boating. Scuba diving is particularly popular because of the lake's high underwater visibility. Small and rare freshwater jellyfish (non-stinging) can be found, in addition to many types of fish, including the striped bass, lazily drifting between rocks. </p>



<p>Bald eagles are a big attraction for bird watchers and photographers in winter months.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Part of the scenic 223-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail runs just north of the lake. Here, hikers and mountain bikers can explore an array of breathtaking views in the Ouachita Mountains.</p>

Crystal Springs Day-Use Area

Crystal Springs Day-Use Pavilion 1

Crystal Springs Day-Use Pavilion 2

Crystal Springs (AR) Day-Use

## Overview

Brady Mountain Campground delights visitors with its family-friendly
facilities, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas's Lake Ouachita.
The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful
fishing opportunities.  
  
Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as
the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails
System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see
incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area
to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.  
  
Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the
campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded
mountain valley are also popular here.

## Facilities

A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as
the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails
System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see
incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area
to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.  
  
Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the
campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded
mountain valley are also popular here.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west
of Hot Springs National Park. The lake stems from the Ouachita River and
boasts 692 miles of shoreline with 178 islands.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa
experience with the natural spring water.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Brady Mountain Campground delights visitors with its family-friendly facilities, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas's Lake Ouachita. The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful fishing opportunities. <br><br> <a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>  for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.   
<br/><br/>
Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.<h2>Facilities</h2>
A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.   
<br/><br/>
Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park.   
The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline with 178 islands.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa experience with the natural spring water.

View from Brady Mountain Swim Beach

Brady Mountain Campground Swimbeach

Brady Mountain

Brady Mouantain Vista

## Overview

Brady Mountain Day-Use Area delights visitors with its family-friendly
facility, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas's Lake Ouachita.
The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful
fishing opportunities.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as
the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails
System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see
incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area
to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.

Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the
campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded
mountain valley are also popular here.

## Facilities

A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as
the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails
System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see
incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area
to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.

Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the
campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded
mountain valley are also popular here.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west
of Hot Springs National Park.

The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline with
178 islands.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa
experience with the natural spring water.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Brady Mountain Day-Use Area delights visitors with its family-friendly facility, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas's Lake Ouachita. The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful fishing opportunities.  </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a>   for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.   </p>



<p>Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.   </p>



<p>Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park.   </p>
<p>The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline with 178 islands.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa experience with the natural spring water.</p>

Brady Mountain Day-Use Pavilion

Brady Mountain Day-Use Area

Brady Mountain Boat Ramp

Brady Mountain Day-Use

## Overview

Spillway Recreation area is tucked away in a small cove of Lake Ouachita. The
day-use area offers shoreline fishing access, swim beach, restroom, boat ramp,
reservable pavilion and access to the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT). The
LOViT trail is a 40 mile long trail system that meanders along the southern
shore of Lake Ouachita. The area is also home to Echo Canyon Resort and
Marina.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail
(LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.

## Facilities

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail
(LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot
Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita
River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Spillway Recreation area is tucked away in a small cove of Lake Ouachita. The day-use area offers shoreline fishing access, swim beach, restroom, boat ramp, reservable pavilion and access to the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT). The LOViT trail is a 40 mile long trail system that meanders along the southern shore of Lake Ouachita. The area is also home to Echo Canyon Resort and Marina. </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Spillway Swim beach

Spillway

Spillway (Lake Ouachita)

## Overview

Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is
Stephens Park Day-Use Area. This area has great shoreline fishing. There is
also boat ramp access nearby for Lake Ouachita by using the Spillway Ramp and
access to Lake Hamilton using the Avery Ramp. In the area is Wood Duck Slough
trail and the east end of the LOViT (Lake Ouachita Vista Trail). The LOViT is
a 44 mile long trail system that meanders along the south end of Lake
Ouachita.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot
Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita
River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is Stephens Park Day-Use Area. This area has great shoreline fishing. There is also boat ramp access nearby for Lake Ouachita by using the Spillway Ramp and access to Lake Hamilton using the Avery Ramp. In the area is Wood Duck Slough trail and the east end of the LOViT (Lake Ouachita Vista Trail). The LOViT is a 44 mile long trail system that meanders along the south end of Lake Ouachita. </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.</p>

Stephens Park Day-Use Area

Stephens Park Day-Use Pavilion

Stephens Park Day-Use

## Overview

Avery Recreation Area sits just below Blakely Mountain Dam and along the
western shore of the Ouachita River/ Lake Hamilton. This day-use area offers
great shoreline fishing access, an ADA fishing pier, boat ramp, reservable
pavilion, restroom, and hiking trails. There is a small paved ADA trail with
scenic benches. The Wood Duck Slough Trail has great wildlife viewing
opportunities. Avery is also home to one of the main trailheads of the Lake
Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) a 40 mile long trail system that meanders along
the southern shore of Lake Ouachita.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail
(LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.

## Facilities

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail
(LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot
Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita
River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Avery Recreation Area sits just below Blakely Mountain Dam and along the western shore of the Ouachita River/ Lake Hamilton. This day-use area offers great shoreline fishing access, an ADA fishing pier, boat ramp, reservable pavilion, restroom, and hiking trails. There is a small paved ADA trail with scenic benches. The Wood Duck Slough Trail has great wildlife viewing opportunities. Avery is also home to one of the main trailheads of the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) a 40 mile long trail system that meanders along the southern shore of Lake Ouachita. </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.</p>

ADA Trail Bench

Avery Day-Use fishing

Avery Boat Ramp for the Ouachita River/ Lake Hamilton

Avery Day-Use

Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) Trailhead

Avery

## Overview

Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is
Stephens Park. This small quiet campground has great shoreline fishing access
in the Stephens Park and Avery Day-use Area. There is also boat ramp access
nearby for Lake Ouachita by using the Spillway Ramp and access to Lake
Hamilton using the Avery Ramp. In the area is Wood Duck Slough trail and the
east end of the LOViT (Lake Ouachita Vista Trail). The LOViT is a 44 mile long
trail system that meanders along the south end of Lake Ouachita.

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita
Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife
enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the
forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in
winter.

## Facilities

Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of
the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita
Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife
enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the
forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in
winter.

## Natural Features

Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot
Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita
River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname,
"The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of
Ouachita National Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located just below Blakely Mountain Dam along the shoreline Lake Hamilton is Stephens Park. This small quiet campground has great shoreline fishing access in the Stephens Park and Avery Day-use Area. There is also boat ramp access nearby for Lake Ouachita by using the Spillway Ramp and access to Lake Hamilton using the Avery Ramp. In the area is Wood Duck Slough trail and the east end of the LOViT (Lake Ouachita Vista Trail). The LOViT is a 44 mile long trail system that meanders along the south end of Lake Ouachita. </p>
<p><a href="https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/virtual/ouachita/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Water skiers, jet skiers and anglers can all enjoy the crystal clear waters of the lake, while hikers enjoy the campground's location on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), which meanders across the south end of the lake. Wildlife enthusiasts can find everything from bobcats to black bears and deer in the forested mountains surrounding the lake, and Bald eagles are often spotted in winter.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ouachita is nestled in the Ouachita Mountains just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park. The pool is fed by the cool waters of the Ouachita River and extends about 30 miles over 40,000 surface acres.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Hot Springs National Park and discover how it earned the nickname, "The American Spa." Or take a scenic drive through the 1.8 million-acres of Ouachita National Forest.</p>

Campground and Blakely mtn Dam area map

Stephens Park

Stephens Park Campground & Blakely Mtn Dam Area Map

Stephens Park Campground Area Map

Lake Ouachita, AR is located on the Ouachita River near the resort spa of Hot
Springs. Its crystal-clear waters make the lake a popular site for scuba
diving. There are numerous camping, fishing and swimming opportunities at the
lake as well as concessions with marinas, motels, restaurants and horseback
riding. There is a boating trail for viewing geological formations on the
shoreline.

Lake Ouachita, AR is located on the Ouachita River near the resort spa of Hot Springs.  Its crystal-clear waters make the lake a popular site for scuba diving.  There are numerous camping, fishing and swimming opportunities at the lake as well as concessions with marinas, motels, restaurants and horseback riding.  There is a boating trail for viewing geological formations on the shoreline.

Lake Ouachita

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