Ozark Mountains, Arkansas


In the Ozark Mountains, the White River is Internationally famous for its beauty and great trout fishing, and several resorts and full-service marinas are available. Bull Shoals Lake, with more than 45,000 surface acres of water and a 1,000-mile shoreline, is a popular destination for those interested in fishing, water sports or just relaxation. Largemouth bass and big stripers are on the fishing menu. Many accommodations and guide services are available. There are many campgrounds in the area, including Bull Shoals-White River State Park, which also has a full-service marina with rental boats and which offers year-round interpretive programs.
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Bull Shoals Lake Camping
Campgrounds operated by the Corps of Engineers offer camping enthusiasts a wide variety of opportunities and experiences. Over 500
, AR CampingBull Shoals Lake Trails
The Dogwood Trail, located in Lakeview Park, is the only hiking trail on Corps of Engineers land around Bull Shoals Lake. The trail is 3 miles round trip and rated as moderately difficult. The trailhead is located near the campground dump station.
, AR TrailsBull Shoals Lake Boating
With over 45,000 surface acres of clear, blue water to explore, Bull Shoals has ample room for boaters, skiers, and fishermen to enjoy their pursuit. Fuel, supplies, and services are available at 11 marinas operated by private concessionaires.
, AR BoatingRivercliff Golf Course
Rivercliff Golf Course in Bull Shoals, Arkansas is located in the natural beauty of the Ozarks. Just a few minutes from Bull Shoals Lake and some of the best trout fishing in the country, golfers of every age are welcomed to play this course. Rivercliff is an 18-hole 6382
Bull Shoals, AR Golf CoursesCosmic Cavern
Cosmic Cavern was discovered in 1845, but wasn't developed until 1927. The cave features a 9 foot soda straw - the longest known in the Ozarks, and two bottomless lakes, one of which has had trout in it for over 50 years. One of the lakes was discovered in 1993 in the "Silent Splendor"
Berryville, AR CavingBull Shoals Lake Fishing
Bull Shoals Lake supports many species of game fish, from crappie to walleye, and is one of the few places where you can fish for bass and trout in the same water. This magnificent lake has produced seven state records, including a monster 53
, AR FishingCompton Gardens
Gardens including 6.5 acres of native plants, state champion trees, streams, bridges, and walking trails;
Bentonville, AR GardensOzark National Forest, Sylamore District
Food Service/Picnic Area Available Directions: The forest is located 100 miles north of Little Rock. It's primarily on Highways 14 and 5, 7 miles north of Mountain View. Blanchard Springs Caverns, within the forest, is located on Highway 14, 15 miles northwest of Mountain View. Some 130,000
Mountain View, AR National ForestsWilderness Valley Ranch
Overnight guided horseback rides; buggy rides; hay rides; riding lessons; horseback riding; campsites available
Pocahontas, AR RanchesEureka Springs Downtown Historic District
"America's Victorian Village" preserves turn-of-the-century charm with shopping and dining in its historic downtown and the bed and breakfasts that surround it. Relics of the city's past can be viewed at the Historical Museum. The 1886 Crescent Hotel overlooks this district.
Eureka Springs, AR Historic DistrictsThe Imperial Dinner Theatre
Seating Capacity: 100 Non-Smoking Area Available Entertainment/Bar Available Type of Service: Banquet After many seasons in a refurbished 1940 movie house in downtown Pocahontas, the theatre has moved to a modern facility along U.S. 67, south of town in 2004
Pocahontas, AR TheatresCruise Greers Ferry Lake
Tube rides, kneeboarding, skiing, plus leisurely sightseeing trips available; two-hour, sunset and moonlight cruise packages available.
Heber Springs, AR Water Sports