Lake Ouachita is the largest lake entirely within Arkansas at 40,100 acres. Set in the Ouachita Mountains west of Hot Springs, it's one of the clearest and most scenic lakes in the state.

The lake has produced the state record largemouth bass and supports excellent populations of all three bass species plus stripers. Islands and rocky points create diverse structure.

Hot Springs National Park is nearby, making this a unique combination of fishing and tourism.

Nearest towns: Hot Springs, Mount Ida, Royal

FAQ

How many boat ramps are on Lake Ouachita?

RampSeeker lists 11 boat ramps on Lake Ouachita.

What fish are in Lake Ouachita?

Lake Ouachita supports Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Striped Bass, Bream, Crappie, Catfish.

How big is Lake Ouachita?

Lake Ouachita covers 40,100 acres with 690 miles of shoreline and max depth of 180 feet.

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