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Kayaking at Lake Charles State Park

Arkansas State Parks Trip Ideas

Park

  • Lake Ouachita

Region

  • Central
  • Lower Delta
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  • Upper Delta

Park Activity

  • Watchable Wildlife
  • [X] Kayaking / Canoeing
  • Boating / Marinas
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  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming

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

Date Published

  • August 2020
  • August 2016

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

Handling the Heat

Aug 2016
  ⁄  
Jason Parrie

Arkansas State Parks wants to remind folks that one can safely enjoy the outdoors even during the heat of the summer. Check our tips and precautions for the hot weather.

Lake Fort Smith State Park Hiking
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