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Lake Ouachita State Park

State park ยท Mountain Pine, Arkansas

Hot โ€” visit earlycamping-nearbyBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroom

Fishing, boating & swimming on a 40,000-acre lake, plus camping, cabins & historic springs.

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Weather at Lake Ouachita State Park

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36%
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26%
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Water Conditions:
๐ŸŠPerfect for swimming
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Ouachita State Park?
Lake Ouachita State Park is a state park in Mountain Pine, Arkansas.
Can you swim at Lake Ouachita State Park?
There is no fixed answer for Lake Ouachita State Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Lake Ouachita State Park in Mountain Pine, Arkansas. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Lake Ouachita State Park rated?
Lake Ouachita State Park in Mountain Pine, Arkansas has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 2055 reviews.
What amenities does Lake Ouachita State Park have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Lake Ouachita State Park include camping-nearby.

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Best Times to Visit

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Very warm - visit early morning or evening
General Tips:
  • โ€บWeekday mornings (8โ€“10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • โ€บCheck the forecast 2โ€“3 days ahead for best planning
  • โ€บAvoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
Best Seasons:
โ˜€๏ธ Summer (Jun-Aug)๐Ÿ‚ Fall (Sep-Nov)๐ŸŒธ Spring (Mar-May)

Location & Contact

5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine, AR 71956

Mountain Pine, Arkansas 71956

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People Talk About

๐Ÿ’ฌ Caddo Bend Trailhead๐Ÿ’ฌ camping๐Ÿ’ฌ cabins๐Ÿ’ฌ Three Sisters Springs๐Ÿ’ฌ kayaking๐Ÿ’ฌ swimming๐Ÿ’ฌ visitor center๐Ÿ’ฌ tent camping๐Ÿ’ฌ hot springs๐Ÿ’ฌ lake clarity

Highlights

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Accessibility

โ™ฟ Wheelchair accessible entranceโ™ฟ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

โ›บ Camping nearby๐Ÿ– Barbecue grill๐Ÿงบ Picnic tables๐Ÿšป Public restroom๐Ÿช Slides๐Ÿช Swings

Family & Children

๐Ÿ‘ถ Good for kids๐Ÿ‘ถ Good for kids birthday๐Ÿ‘ถ Kid-friendly hikes๐Ÿ‘ถ Playground