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Lake Ouachita (Wash-i-taw)

Covering over 49,000 acres, Lake Ouachita is the state's largest manmade lake and according to the EPA, one of the cleanest lakes in the United States.  The reservoir is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the shoreline covers some 970 miles.  Deer, black bear, wild turkey and other wildlife roam the surrounding forest and the lake provides a wintering home for many eagles.

You can enjoy the crystal clear waters by swimming, scuba diving, water skiing, sailing, and fishing. Visitors may choose from a variety of accommodations from luxury lake view condominiums to rustic cabins or inexpensive motel offerings.  See our  camping  section.

 

If you would like to receive a detailed map of Lake Ouachita, send $12.00 to the Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce, P. O. Box 6, Mount Ida, AR, 71957.
This is a waterproof, fishing and boating map that also depicts the lake contours, structure, boat ramps, fishing information and GPS points.  No boater or fisherman should be without one! 
(price includes postage)

 


  Floating with Canoes & Rafts  •  Rockhounding  •  Horse Back Riding  •  Other Activities


Canoe Outfitters on the Ouachita River

Ouachita River Haven Resort
(870) 326-4941
122 Ouachita River Haven Road, Pencil Bluff, AR  71965
Location: On the Ouachita River east of Pencil Bluff on Highway 88
Canoe rentals, cabins and camp sites.
WEB Site: http://www.ouachitahaven.com/
E-mail: info@ouachitshaven.com
Ouchita River Haven Resort

 

Ouachita River Mountain Outfitters
(870) 867-4757 for Reservations
Owner:  Jann Hubbard
95 Riverside Drive
Mount Ida, AR  71957
Canoe Rentals, Riverside Camping, Shower & Restroom
River House - Sleeps 8, 2 night minimum
Visit our web at:  www.ormo.biz
E-mail: info@ormo.biz

 

 

Two Spirits Ltd.
(800) 841-3632 or (870) 867-5028
1167 Pucket Bend Road, Mount Ida, AR  71957

8 Air-conditioned camp cottages on the Ouachita River - Note:  No Bedding provided
Separate Shower and Restrooms
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner available with advance notice

Have fun all day!  We'll do everything for you back at camp.
"We do the Whole Package"
All meals, Canoe and Camp Shelters Furnished.


Ouachita River Float Trips

Visit our web at www.twospiritsltd.com
E-mail: twospiritscanoeadventures@earthlink.net

 

M & M Canoe Rentals
Owner Ric Sharp
P O Box 81 Pencil Bluff, AR. 71965
Telephone Number 1-800-99-FLOAT

 
E Mail address:  mmcanoss@yahoo.com


 

 

 

 

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Canoe Outfitters on the Caddo River

 

Arrowhead Cabin & Canoe Rentals, Inc.
(870) 867-2295  •  (800) 538-6578
69 Arrowhead Drive
Located: located on the Caddo River near Caddo Gap, turn at the junction of Highways 8 and 240, cross over the river and take the third drive on your right.
WEB Site: http://www.arrowheadcabinandcanoe.com
E-mail: arrcab@ipa.net

Arrowhead Cabin & Canoe

 

Caddo River Camping & Canoe Rental, Inc.
(870) 356-5336  •  (888) 300-8452
26 Highway 8 East, Glenwood, AR  71943
Full service for all your floating and camping needs.  Camp sites are on the river.  Reserve your canoe today.  Special group rates available.
WEB Site: http://www.caddoriver.com
E-mail: caddoriver@canoemail.com

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Horse Back Riding

Mountain Harbor Riding Stable
Owner: Ray Beechy
(501) 622-9742 for information
P. O. Box 1268, Mount Ida,  AR  71957
Located: Stable is located by Mountain Harbor Resort
Enjoy a guided trail ride through the Ouachita Mountains overlooking Lake Ouachita.
Open 7 days a week (9:00am) Memorial Day through Labor Day and open weekends spring and fall.
Children under 6 ride free with an adult.

Mountain Harbor Riding Stable

 

Caddo River Ranch
(870) 334-2598  •  (870) 334-3248
Location: The Ranch is located three miles north of Caddo Gap, Arkansas at highway 8 East & highway 27 north.
We have a lovely 200 acre ranch with the Caddo River running through the middle of it.  Cabins are open year-round by reservation.  RV space with complete hoop ups.
Horse back riding is open Wednesday through Sunday, June through August or by reservation any time during the year.
The Cabins are located at 1985 Highway 8 east, Norman, AR  71960
The Stables are located at 1875 Highway 8 east, Norman, AR 91960

E-mail: crr@norman.lib.ar.us

Caddo River Ranch

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Rockhounding

The Ouachita Mountains have some of the most unusual geological formations in the world are are a paradise for Rockhounds.  Quartz crystal can be found around almost any white quartz outcropping.  There is a lot more information about crystal on the Crystal page.

Both Novaculite and Stanley Shale (Devonian and Mississippian Age) can be seen along Highway 8 and 27 East of Caddo Gap.  Novaculite is popular for sharpening stones.  Another natural rock is Sandstone (Ordovican Age) found along Collier Creek.

The Geo-Float Trail is a self-guided tour for boaters that showcases many of Lake Ouachita's unique geological formations.

For more information, just click here.

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Other Activities

Heritage House Museum
(870) 867-4422
Located: Museum is on Highway 27 South (south of Mount Ida) at the junction of 27 South and Luzerne Street.
The museum committee is accepting photographs, memorabilia, information about the early timber industry, Lake Ouachita information and other county history.  They welcome input from everyone interested in preserving history.
WEB Site :
www.hhmmc.org
E-mail at
museum@hhmmc.org

Heritage House Museum

 

JR's Daughter at the Red Barn
(870) 867-5003

JR's Daughter at the Red Barn has a flair for collecting "Collectables" and this store is a must to be seen and is a "Blast from the Past".   There is everything for everyone from age 3 - 103.  Paintings grace the walls, antiques fill the floors, jewelry and gems line the shelves.
Katey's motto is "Arrive as strangers, leave as friends".

The Shop hours are from 10.00am- 5.00pm Seven days a week

 

 

Splendid Splinters
Wood carvings & other fine crafts, featuring creations by:
J Hodge Black, Unique wood Carvings
Charlee Kimball, Lazy Creek Studio, fine handmade pottery
Please stop in and take a look around.  We have a variety of unique, handmade items. Store is located on the square in downtown Mount Ida, open Monday - Saturday.
(870) 867-5243
133 South West Street
Mount Ida, AR  71957

Splendid Splinters

 

Marilyn's Antiques & R.V. Park
(870) 867-0168
Located: Six miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270
Antiques, Collectibles, Glassware, Old Jewelry and Furniture.
E-mail: marilyns@ipa.net

Marilyn's Antiques

 

Pine Ridge Lum & Abner Museum & Jot 'Em Down Store
Owners:  Lon & Kathy Stucker
(870) 326-4442
4562 Highway 88, Pine Ridge, AR  71966
Location: 2o miles west of Mount Ida on Highway 88.
This unique historic place is a step back in time, back to the 1930s and 40s, with the Lum and Abner radio show.  The Juddleston Store holds the souvenir and gift shop, offers Lum 'n' Abner programs, souvenirs & gifts.  Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
WEB Site: http://www.lum-abner.com/
E-mail: nlstucker@earthlink.net 

Pine Ridge Lim & Abner Museum

 

Camp Ozark
(870) 867-4131  •  fax (870) 867-4344
155 Camp Ozark Drive, Mount Ida, AR  71957
The premier summer camp for kids!
WEB Site: http://www.campozark.com
E-mail: campozark@campozark.com

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