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


Riverglen Ouachita River National Forest Family Vacation Getaway Cabin Rentals

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


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...

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...

Marilyn's RV Park & Old Country Store

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....

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...

Joplin Recreation Area-USACE

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...

Lake Ouachita Marinas


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...

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...

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...

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...

Lake Ouachita What To Do


Capo's Tacos

Capo's Tacos is old-school mexican dining in Hot Springs, AR. This is a family-owned business. They offer handmade corn tortillas and slow-cooked meats and vegetables. They offer soups, ensaladas, tortas,...

Historic Malco Theatre

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.

Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum

Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum features life-size wax reproductions of historical and imaginary figures, as well as gambling memorabilia. There is also a horror section of images that are good. But not all 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,...

Isabella Golf Course

Isabella golf course is a 27-hole facility with three distinct nine-hole rotations: Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria. Isabella is home to a golf shop, driving range, putting green, a short game area, and Isabella...

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Lake Ouachita Current Weather Alerts

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Lake Ouachita Weather Forecast

Tuesday

Chance Rain Showers

Hi: 87

Tuesday Night

Rain Showers Likely

Lo: 71

Wednesday

Rain Showers Likely

Hi: 80

Wednesday Night

Partly Cloudy

Lo: 64

Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Hi: 77

Thursday Night

Clear

Lo: 59

Friday

Mostly Sunny

Hi: 80

Friday Night

Clear

Lo: 59