Lake Ouachita

Lake Mt Ida, Arkansas, United States

What to expect

Lake Ouachita is a pristine public lake with 66,324 acres of land and water surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest. It offers various outdoor activities such as camping, boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking. The lake has over 200 islands, and its crystal-clear water makes it an ideal spot for scuba diving and snorkeling. Visitors can enjoy fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, bream, crappie, catfish, walleye, and striped bass. The lake also features a Geo-Float Trail, a marked water trail that can be followed with a brochure detailing prominent geologic features along the way. With its natural beauty and abundant recreational opportunities, Lake Ouachita is a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts

Plan your family visit to the Lake Ouachita with these blog insights 👇

Lake Ouachita Camping

This family's experience:

Activities: We camped and canoed on the lake. We explored the islands, swam, and played in the water

Highlights: My kids loved swimming in the clear water and playing on the shore. They also enjoyed the canoe ride and spotting turtles and fish ✨

Stand Up Paddle Board Camping with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We went stand up paddle board camping on Lake Ouachita, exploring its islands and shoreline

Highlights: We enjoyed the sunset and stars, and my daughter slept soundly all night ✨