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 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 BoatingBull 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 FishingBull 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 TrailsRivercliff 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 CavingJackson Memorial Museum of Funeral Service
Family-owned facility exhibits a horse-drawn hearse and funeral buggy from the 19th century, a chapel and other exhibits.
Newport, AR MuseumsQueen Anne Mansion
This Queen Anne masterpiece, featured in Southern Living Magazine, was built in 1891 and has $400,000 of antique furnishings; listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Property includes the historic Kelley House, an original Eureka Springs home. Perfect for weddings, receptions, parties;
Eureka Springs, AR Historic HomesBeaver Lake
28,000 acres of clear water attract thousands of water sports lovers, fishermen, hikers, birdwatchers. Located in the Ozark Highlands near Rogers, Eureka Springs, Springdale, Fayetteville. Forests, tall bluffs, meadows crisscrossed by hiking trails. Boat docks, camping, parks, swimming, fishing.
Rogers, AR RecreationSerenity Day Spa
Located in the historic Basin Park Hotel; Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, manicures, pedicures, facials and body wraps.
Eureka Springs, AR SpasOld Independence Regional Museum
Featuring historical exhibits and research materials from 12 counties that comprised the original 1820 Independence County. Active program of temporary exhibits and special events year-round; housed in a former National Guard Armory built as WPA Project in 1936;
Batesville, AR MuseumsNorfork National Fish Hatchery
One of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service's largest producing fish hatcheries. On display are eyed eggs and various sizes of rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Hatchery tours, off-site presentations; fishing for the disabled and for those 15
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