Lake Ouachita
WHILE EACH LAKE SHINES in its own way, Lake Ouachita near Hot Springs is arguably the crown jewel of the Diamond Lakes region. Beautiful, quiet and clean, it is one of the state’s best lakes for boating, swimming, fishing, floating and scuba diving with hiking, biking and camping along the forested shoreline. What stands out most about this wilderness lake is its size – it’s Arkansas’s largest lake at 40,000 acres – with views for miles. Setting out on this vast wilderness lake feels like a grand adventure, and you’ll soon discover seemingly untouched islands and uncharted coves – perfect for swimming or camping.
WHAT WE LOVE:
Because it is so large, it feels very private and exclusive even during peak times in the summer.
40,000 ACRES • One of the Cleanest lakes in the country • Striped Bass Capitol of the World
WHERE TO STAY:
Echo Canyon Resorts & Marina
501-767-2997 echocanyonar.com
Lake Ouachita Shores Resort & Marina Inc.
870-867-3651 lakeouachitashores.com
Lake Ouachita State Park
877-879-2741 arkansasstateparks.com/lakeouachita
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
870-867-2191 mountainharborresort.com
Shangri-La Resort
870-867-2011 shangrilaresortar.com
WHERE TO EAT:
Echo Canyon Resorts & Marina
On-site restaurant 501-767-2997 echocanyonar.com
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
Harbor Lodge Restaurant 870-867-2191 mountainharborresort.com
Jenn’s Specialty Foods 870-867-0113
Subway 870-867-1266
Shangri-La Resort
on-site restaurant 870-867-2011 shangrilaresortar.com
WHERE TO RENT WATERCRAFT:
Echo Canyon Resorts & Marina
501-767-2997 echocanyonar.com
Lake Ouachita Shores Resort & Marina Inc.
870-867-3651 lakeouachitashores.com
Lake Ouachita State Park
877-879-2741 arkansasstateparks.com/lakeouachita
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
870-867-2191 mountainharborresort.com
Shangri-La Resort
on-site restaurant 870-867-2011 shangrilaresortar.com
WHERE TO Camp
Brady Mountain Campground
Crystal Springs Campground
501-991-3390
Denby Point Campground
870-867-4475
Joplin/Mountain Harbor Campground
870-867-4472
Tompkins Bend Campground
870-867-4476
