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This region of Arkansas is known as the "Ouachita"
part of Arkansas or "Ouachita National Forest". There are many interesting State Parks and Museums in
this area. You'll find:
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Queen Wilhelmina Lodge
- High atop Arkansas's second highest peak, this
cloud-capped state park named for a Dutch monarch reigns above the Ouachita Mountains
just north of Mena, Arkansas. Located on the Talimena Scenic Drive,
a National Scenic Byway, the park is as rich in history as in panoramic scenery.
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Cossatot River - This park-natural area extends for 11 miles along the
wild and scenic Cossatot River. The river forms Cossatot Falls, a
rugged and rocky canyon that challenges most experienced canoeists and
kayakers with its Class IV rapids.
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Lake Ouachita -
Surrounded by the Ouachita National Forest, Arkansas's largest lake is
known for it s scenic beauty and the clarity of its waters. Lake
Ouachita is a 48,000-acre water sports mecca for swimming, skiing, scuba
diving, boating and fishing. Angling for bream, crappie, catfish,
stripers and largemouth bass can be enjoyed in open waters or quiet
covers.
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Daisy
State Park -
Lake Greeson, the Little Missouri River and Daisy State Park make a
winning combination in the Ouachita foothills. Greeson Lake has
7,000 acres of clear water and mountain scenery, delights water
enthusiasts. Black and white bass, stripers, crappie, catfish and
bluegill account of the lake's popularity with anglers.
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Lake DeGray
Resort -
Arkansas's resort state park lies on the north shore of DeGray Lake, a
13,800-acre fishing and water sports paradise. A 96-room lodge,
camping (113 sites including Premium, Preferred, Class A and a
"Rent-A-Yurt", swimming tennis, golf, hiking, bicycling and guided
horseback trail rides await you at this resort state park. DeGray's
full-service marina offers tackle, dock space, fuel and a wide variety of
boat rentals.
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Lake Catherine -
This captivating park is nestled on the shore of 1,940-acre Lake
Catherine, one of the five popular Diamond Lakes in the Hot Springs area.
The park features rustic-style facilities constructed by the Civilian
Conservation Corps.
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Pinnacle Mountain
- Pinnacle Mountain
is a day-use park dedicated to environmental education, recreation and
preservation. Park interpreters and volunteers help visitors and
students understand man's relationship to the environment.
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