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 Camping


Denby Point Campground

The Tompkins Bend campground is close to Denby Point. It has 58 RV campsites with electricity and water, as well as 9 tent sites. Showers, flush toilets, a playground, picnic areas, pathways, and an...

Tompkins Bend Campground

On the southwest end of Lake Ouachita, Tompkins Bend is found. Tompkins Bend has 77 campsites to choose from, each with its own set of facilities. There are BBQ grills on the ground and on pedestals, concrete...

Brady Mountain Recreational Area

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...

Highway 27 Fishing Village

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...

Big Fir Public Use Area

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...

Lake Ouachita Marinas


Mountain Harbor Marina

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'...

Brady Mountain Resort and Marina

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...

Crystal Springs Resort

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...

Echo Canyon Resort

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

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...

Lake Ouachita What To Do


AMC CLASSIC Central City 10

In the late 1990s, Central City 10 opened its doors. Carmike Cinemas is the company that runs it. Digital projection and sound, 3D capabilities, internet tickets, stadium seating, and first-run attractions are...

Superior Bathhouse Brewery

The World's Only Thermal Water Beer Brewery is located inside a United States National Park and offers 18 taps of artisan beer and unique food. They have a wide variety of crafted beers. Plus, the place has...

Splash Wine 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...

Balboa Golf Course

Balboa is a more walker-friendly course than the others in the Village, having broader fairways and fewer elevation changes. It also contains a number of difficult par 3s. Penn Cross/Crenshaw Bent grasses are...

Heritage House Museum

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,...

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Lake Ouachita Weather Forecast

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Sunday

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Tuesday

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Tuesday Night

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