Arkansas River - One of the state's best fisheries, loaded with game fish. Also popular for water sports. Parks, marinas and several access points for fishing and picnicking on sandbars throughout the region.

Lake Dardanelle - Arkansas River impoundment has some of the best bass fishing of any lake in the state. Enjoy family boating and water-skiing on the lake's 34,300 acre surface.

Blue Mountain Lake - Waveland, Yell County. Just north of the Ouachita National Forest, this impoundment on the Petit Jean River has water sports, picnicking, full-service camping facilities, and seasonal hunting opportunities in its surrounding forests.

Harris Brake Lake - Fishing, camping, cabins, boat rentals, and boat launch located in eastern Perry County.

Fourche River - Flowing from Lake Nimrod to the Arkansas River. Several launching areas and good fishing.

Lake Overcup - Great little fishing lake (1,025 acres) with marinas, camping, boat rental. North of Morrilton off Hwys. 95 or 9.

Lake Brewer - Another popular fishing spot (1,200 acres) located north of Morrilton off Highway 92. Boat launch available.

Cove Lake - This pristine lake at the base of Mount Magazine offers visitors a variety of outdoor pleasures including swimming, boating, camping, and fishing.

Shoal Bay - Corps of Engineers Lake Area (Dardanelle) has boat dock and ramp, pavilion, swim beach, Bridge Rock Nature Trail, amphitheater, facilities, and camping.