Lake Ouachita
Lake Ouachita lies in the eastern section of the Ouachita National Forest in Garland and Montgomery counties in Arkansas. Its southern border is about 15 miles from Hot Springs, Arkansas, the closest metro area. It covers 66,324 acres with over 600 miles of shoreline. The average depth is 50 feet, but can reach 200 feet deep. It is the biggest lake in Arkansas and one of the cleanest lakes in the U.S. The Corps of Engineers oversees Lake Ouachita and its shoreline. The Ouachita River feeds Lake Ouachita. There are over 200 islands in the lake and standing timber in the lakebed. Some of the trees when Lake Ouachita was impounded were over 60 feet tall. Lake Ouachita sees over eight million visitors a year. More Lake Information
Lake Ouachita Vacation Rentals and Cabins
A private, gated, family-owned property for rent ft. Cabin w/ 45 Acres of River, Bluff Lookout & Manicured Trails deep in the Ouachita National Forest. Conveniently located on Highway 270 West, 45 minutes from Hot Springs, Arkansas. Near Pencil...
Lake Ouachita Camping
Joplin Recreation Area-USACE is on the south side of the lake, Joplin. They offer 65 campsites with ground and pedestal grills, a concrete table, a lantern post, and shaded areas. There are no places or areas...
Marilyn's RV Park & Old Country Store is located near Quartz Crystal mines and Lake Ouachita. They offer private RV park campsites, and vacation lodging with vintage villa units, and a healthy food store....
There are 57 RV sites and 17 tent sites at Brady Mountain Recreation Area & Campground, as well as flush toilets, showers, and water. A full-service marina, a scuba diving shop, and a boat ramp are all...
Big Fir Campground is a basic campground on Lake Ouachita's northwest shore. It offers 50 non-electric campsites. Only tent camping is allowed here. There is also a boat ramp and restrooms in the park. For...
Highway 27 Fishing Village is located in the Ouachita National Forest 40 miles West of Hot Springs, Arkansas. They offer campsites with electricity and water and a waterfront view. There's also a lakefront...
Lake Ouachita Marinas
Echo Canyon Resort was formerly known as Spillway Resort and Marina. It offers cabin rentals, a restaurant, a boat dock, boat rentals, and a lot of family fun. If you have your own boat, you can rent a boat...
Lake Ouachita Shores Resort Mrn is located in Mt. Day, Arkansas. They offer motel rooms, small bungalows, big bungalows and boat rentals. They have 29' Aloha Party Barge with 115 hp motor with hard top and a...
Mountain Harbor Marina is located in Mt Ida, Arkansas. They offer luxurious cabins, lake view guest rooms and boat rentals. They have a 26' Tritoon with a slide and 150 hp engine for 600$ per day. A 30'...
Crystal Springs Resort is located 15 miles west of Hot Springs. They offer a full-service marina with a snack, bait, and gift store, as well as a seasonal restaurant, a motel, several cottages with views of...
Brady Mountain Resort and Marina is located in Royal, AR. It offers a full-service marina with a dive shop, houseboat rentals, lovely cabins, a mini-golf course, and a full-service restaurant are all...
Lake Ouachita What To Do
The Historic Malco Theatre, located on the corner of Central Avenue. This is a restored movie theater that still serves great movies. It also has a large stage and also adds an additional cast for production.
The Heritage House Museum is dedicated to preserving Montgomery County's heritage while also providing educational opportunities. They also collect, identify, record, and conserve historical items, pictures,...
The shotmaker's course at Cortez Golf Club is well-known. It's a 425-yard par four with a downhill slope that leads to an elevated green. SRT 1020 Bentgrass is used on the greens, and Hybrid Bermuda grass is...
Fiesta Bowling Center is located in Hot Springs Village in Arkansas. It offers birthday party packages are provided with a 16-lane bowling center, 5 billiard tables, a video game section, and a snack bar.
Splash Wine Bar is located adjacent to Barrels Unlimited at 325 Ouachita Avenue. This is a great place to enjoy drinks with your family and friends. They serve the best wine, hard liquor drinks, and a cheese...