Lake Ouachita Arkansas

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Lake Ouachita (pronounced "Wash-ah-taw") is the largest lake located entirely within the state of Arkansas, encompassing some 40,000 surface acres at normal pool level. From Blakely Mtn. dam near Mtn. Pine at the lake’s eastern terminus, to the westernmost point of Aerial photo of Lake Ouachita where State Highway 27 north of Mt. Ida crosses the lake, Ouachita is some 40 miles in length. Its shoreline extent approaches 1,000 miles in length (Yep, that’s a one and three zeros!) and contains about 200 islands of varying size. It’s easy to motor all day on the lake and never visit the same cove or island twice.

The lake is well-known for so many recreation pursuits. Of course, houseboating and boating for fun and pleasure ranks at the top (well, that IS why Almost Home Houseboat Rentals chose to locate here!). The lake was made to order for all sorts of boating excursions In the fall and winter, cruising the shoreline in a party barge looking for bald eagles and peregrine falcons is a favorite activity on the north and east ends of the lake. And, a favorite year-round activity is motoring from point to point on the Corps of Engineers 16 mile Geo FloatTrail. The FloatTrail, which features outstanding geologic formations, is located a short distance from our dock and our staff will be happy to supply you with a free self-guided booklet. You might even find out where one of the world’s largest quartz crystal veins is located on the lake!

Because of the lake’s size, one never has to worry about crowds, thus houseboating enthusiasts consider Lake Ouachita an absolute paradise. There are literally hundreds of quiet and secluded coves to overnight in your houseboat. Early morning and late afternoon times will find most coves smooth as glass and perfect for skiing and ‘boarding.