Which Way To Ouachita?!
Why come to Lake Ouachita (Wash-a-taw)? Because there are a lot of things to do that you can only do and see here! In the middle of Arkansas’s Ouachita National Forest, you will find the state’s largest lake scattered with over 210 islands surrounded by 975 miles of tree-lined shores. Here you will indulge in gloriously clear waters, biking, scuba diving, water sports and a geo-float trail that boasts underwater geological formations that you can only imagine unless seen. You will not regret your adventure to Lake Ouachita.
Houseboating-
North Shore Marina, located in Jessieville, Arkansas, offers the Presidential houseboat which comfortably sleeps 14! Once you've loaded up your houseboat, you get to sit back and enjoy the ride while a member of the staff drives you out to one of the “premium islands” (only a handful of islands out of the 200 are prime for parking a houseboat) for your stay. They offer 1 complimentary move for a week-long trip. They will come back at the end of your stay and bring you back to the marina.
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Scuba Diving- Only in the cleanest and clearest of waters can you experience freshwater jellyfish and sponges. Visible from
June-September, these dime-sized jellyfish do possess stinging cells however they are not big enough to penetrate human skin, so no fear! With over
30 dive sites and the countries first water-based trail, it is no surprise that this is a divers paradise. The Geo Trail begins at the Spillway Recreation Area at Lake Ouachita and ends at Brady Mountain Recreation Area. Boaters use a self-guided booklet describing the area's geology as they follow a 16-mile marked route exploring 12 different areas including Zebra Rock, one of the richest quartz-crystal districts in the world.
Womble Trail Bike Ride- featured in Mountain Bike Magazine. The Womble is considered the jewel of the Ouachita Mountains as far as trails go. This is by far the most famous trail in the state with travelers driving from all over the country to experience it. The Womble is listed as an IMBA Epic Ride and even made it into a couple of the bike mags. In total 37.8 miles, you can choose to complete the trail entirely or partially.
With so much beautiful scenery, a houseboat trip to Lake Ouachita should definitely be on your bucket list!
