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 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 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 CavingBull 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 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 FishingOld Davidsonville State Park
Food Service/Picnic Area Available Directions: U.S. 63 To Black Rock, then north on Ark. 361 for 6 miles to the park. South of Pocahontas, 9 miles on Ark. 166 to park 180-acre historical state park that interprets and preserves the town of Old Davidsonville; 12
Pocahontas, AR State ParksBatesville Speedway
Directions: Seven miles west of Batesville Racing modifieds, super stocks, hobbies, super stars and front-wheel drives on Friday nights at 8 p.m. Season runs from March until early October on a three-eighths mile dirt oval. The track was opened in the early 1970s and rebuilt in 1991
Batesville, AR Race TracksWild Wilderness Safari
Directions: Taking Ark. 59 South to Gentry.Turn right on Ark. 12 and cross the viaduct. Turn at the first road on the right (Collins Street). Follow it to refuge. Five-mile drive through provides viewing of about 200 species of animals; petting zoo; areas for walking and driving
Gentry, AR Wildlife AreasSaunders Memorial Museum
Extensive collection of firearms (almost four hundred items) including antique and unusual pieces;
Berryville, AR MuseumsThe Bible Museum
Directions: Off U.S. 62 East, on Passion Play Road Contains over 10,000 Bibles in 625 languages and dialects; large collection of parchments, artifacts; original page of Gutenberg Bible;
Eureka Springs, AR Museums