Lake Ouachita In Arkansas

Boating, camping and fishing.

An excellent boating venue surrounded by the scenic Ouachita National Forest, Lake Ouachita is the largest lake in AR. The 40,000-acre lake has 690 miles of shoreline and a multitude of ways to enjoy the outdoor activities, boating and fishing. Conveniently located mid-state, slightly west of center, the lake is only 25 miles northwest of Hot Springs. Primary public access, along with marinas, boat launch ramps and camping facilities, is along the southern perimeter of the lake. In and nearby these public access areas are sections of shoreline for fishing from the bank. Bass, crappie, walleye, trout, catfish, sunfish, white bass, pike and stripers roam these waters and thrill anglers both young and old, novice and experienced. And the water is clear enough to attract scuba divers and snorkel enthusiasts. Boat rental outlets can expand options for getting on the water for water sports and fishing. Cautious use of kayaks, canoes and small fishing boats can enhance a weekend fishing and camping weekend, or a family vacation.

Area Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Camping

Highway 27 Fishing Village Campground - 870 867-2211

Caddo/Womble Campground - 870 867-2101

Lake Ouachita State Park Campground - 501 767-9366

Marilyn's RV Park & Old Country Store - 870 867-0168

Denby Point Campground - 870 867-4475

Joplin Recreation Area Campground - 501 767-2101

Crystal Springs Campground - 501 767-2101

Brady Mountain Recreational Area Campground - 501 760-1146

Treasure Isle RV Park - 501 767-6852

Lake Ouachita Map

Fishing

Fish species found in Lake Ouachita include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, bluegill, green sunfish, longear sunfish, redbreast sunfish, redear sunfish, warmouth, white bass, striped bass and chain pickerel.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Spotted bass Channel catfish Flathead catfish Blue catfish Black crappie White crappie Walleye Rainbow trout Bluegill Green Sunfish Longear Sunfish Redbreast Sunfish Redear Sunfish Warmouth Sunfish White Bass Striped bass Chain pickerel