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The Ozarks and Ouachita are the friendly mountains of Arkansas. These gentle peaks are home to many rivers and lakes, which explains the spectacular scenery... with swimming, fishing, boating and other cool summer recreation to enjoy all season long ....

Arkansas Beaches - A great guide from the official state tourism site with photos and information and special focus on locating swimming beaches by region including the Ozarks, Ouachitas, Arkansas River Valley, the Delta, and central Arkansas.

Ozark Mountain Lakes & Rivers - Another site with good design, content and related resources. The details on the lakes and rivers are just what you need to know. Both the descriptions and pictures are excellent.

Arkansas River Valley Tri Peaks Region - The coverage of the lakes and rivers in the area is spectacular. Parks are discussed in detail and area events to round out your vacation are listed in the calendar.

Arkansas State Parks - The official site with information on sandy beaches and lake areas throughout the state.

Swimming Holes in Arkansas - Lovely survey with facts and photos of swimming holes for a summer splash in Arkansas state parks, with related resources to more information on fishing and water sport locations throughout the state

also see -> Snorkeling at DeGray Lake

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