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Covering over 49,000 acres, Lake Ouachita is the state's largest manmade lake and according to the EPA, one of the cleanest lakes in the United States. The reservoir is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the shoreline covers some 970 miles. Deer, black bear, wild turkey and other wildlife roam the surrounding forest and the lake provides a wintering home for many eagles. You can enjoy the crystal clear waters by swimming, scuba diving, water skiing, sailing, and fishing. Visitors may choose from a variety of accommodations from luxury lake view condominiums to rustic cabins or inexpensive motel offerings. See our camping section.
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receive a detailed map of Lake Ouachita, send $12.00 to the Mount Ida Area
Chamber of Commerce, P. O. Box 6, Mount Ida, AR, 71957. This is a waterproof, fishing and boating map that also depicts the lake contours, structure, boat ramps, fishing information and GPS points. No boater or fisherman should be without one! (price includes postage) |
Floating with Canoes & Rafts • Rockhounding • Horse Back Riding • Other Activities
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Ouachita River Haven Resort (870) 326-4941 122 Ouachita River Haven Road, Pencil Bluff, AR 71965 Location: On the Ouachita River east of Pencil Bluff on Highway 88 Canoe rentals, cabins and camp sites. WEB Site: http://www.ouachitahaven.com/ E-mail: info@ouachitahaven.com |
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Spirits Ltd. (800) 841-3632 or (870) 867-5028 1167 Pucket Bend Road, Mount Ida, AR 71957 8
Air-conditioned camp cottages on the Ouachita River - Note: No Bedding
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M Canoe Rentals Owner Ric Sharp P O Box 81 Pencil Bluff, AR. 71965 Telephone Number 1-800-99-FLOAT Visit Our Web Site: http://www.mmcanoes.com
E Mail address:
mmcanoes@yahoo.com
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Canoe Outfitters on the Caddo River
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Arrowhead
Cabin & Canoe Rentals, Inc. (870) 867-2295 • (800) 538-6578 69 Arrowhead Drive Located: located on the Caddo River near Caddo Gap, turn at the junction of Highways 8 and 240, cross over the river and take the third drive on your right. WEB Site: http://www.arrowheadcabinandcanoe.com E-mail: arrcab@ipa.net |
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Caddo River
Camping & Canoe Rental, Inc. (870) 356-5336 • (888) 300-8452 26 Highway 8 East, Glenwood, AR 71943 Full service for all your floating and camping needs. Camp sites are on the river. Reserve your canoe today. Special group rates available. WEB Site: http://www.caddoriver.com E-mail: caddoriver@canoemail.com |
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Harbor Riding Stable Owner: Ray Beechy (501) 622-9742 for information P. O. Box 1268, Mount Ida, AR 71957 Located: Stable is located by Mountain Harbor Resort Enjoy a guided trail ride through the Ouachita Mountains overlooking Lake Ouachita. Open 7 days a week (9:00am) Memorial Day through Labor Day and open weekends spring and fall. Children under 6 ride free with an adult. |
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| The Ouachita Mountains have some of the
most unusual geological formations in the world are are a paradise for
Rockhounds. Quartz crystal can be found around almost any white
quartz outcropping. There is a lot more information about crystal on
the Crystal page. Both Novaculite and Stanley Shale (Devonian and Mississippian Age) can be seen along Highway 8 and 27 East of Caddo Gap. Novaculite is popular for sharpening stones. Another natural rock is Sandstone (Ordovican Age) found along Collier Creek. The Geo-Float Trail is a self-guided tour for boaters that showcases many of Lake Ouachita's unique geological formations. |
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Heritage House
Museum (870) 867-4422 Located: Museum is on Highway 27 South (south of Mount Ida) at the junction of 27 South and Luzerne Street. The museum committee is accepting photographs, memorabilia, information about the early timber industry, Lake Ouachita information and other county history. They welcome input from everyone interested in preserving history. WEB Site : www.hhmmc.org E-mail at museum@hhmmc.org |
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| Marilyn's
Antiques & R.V. Park (870) 867-0168 Located: Six miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270 Antiques, Collectibles, Glassware, Old Jewelry and Furniture. 12 RV Sites - Full Hook-Ups including Wireless internet & Cable TV - Open All Season - Electric and Water Hook Ups - Dump Facilities. Rental Campers on a Daily & Monthly Basis. E-mail: marilyns@ipa.net |
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Pine Ridge Lum & Abner Museum & Jot
'Em Down Store Owners: Lon & Kathy Stucker (870) 326-4442 4562 Highway 88, Pine Ridge, AR 71966 Location: 2o miles west of Mount Ida on Highway 88. This unique historic place is a step back in time, back to the 1930s and 40s, with the Lum and Abner radio show. The Juddleston Store holds the souvenir and gift shop, offers Lum 'n' Abner programs, souvenirs & gifts. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. WEB Site: http://www.lum-abner.com/ E-mail: nlstucker@earthlink.net |
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Camp Ozark (870) 867-4131 • fax (870) 867-4344 155 Camp Ozark Drive, Mount Ida, AR 71957 The premier summer camp for kids! WEB Site: http://www.campozark.com E-mail: campozark@campozark.com |
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