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Kayaking at Lake Charles State Park

Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Park

  • Davidsonville
  • Delta Heritage Trail
  • Lake Fort Smith
  • Lake Ouachita
  • Moro Bay
  • Woolly Hollow

Region

  • Central
  • Lower Delta
  • Northwest
  • Upper Delta

Park Activity

  • Fishing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Watchable Wildlife
  • [X] Kayaking / Canoeing

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Author

  • Arkansas State Parks Staff
  • Jason Parrie
  • Meg Matthews
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  • Seth Boone
  • [X] Jenn Menge
  • [X] Robin Gabe

Date Published

  • August 2020
  • January 2017

Photo Essay: Island Adventures on Lake Ouachita

Aug 2020
  ⁄  
Jenn Menge

Arkansas’s largest lake, Lake Ouachita, has 1000 miles of pristine shoreline and over 200 different islands to explore. Lake Ouachita State Park, located in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, exists in part to provide access to the lake’s recreational and educational opportunities.

Sunset at Bird Island at Lake Ouachita State Park

5 State Parks Off the Beaten Path

Jan 2017
  ⁄  
Robin Gabe

Whether you’re looking to hike a trail, journey through history, muddy up your mountain bike, or just get away for the weekend, there is an Arkansas State Park waiting for you.

Lake Fort Smith State Park
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