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Shores Lake Recreation Area
Shores Lake Recreation Area offers an 82-acre lake with a fully accessible bathroom facility with ramps for the physically challenged. The fishing piers were designed with wheelchair use in mind. Underwater structures were built to attract fish to the fishing piers. The pavilion is also fully accessible and is available by reservation. Construction of the dam at Shores Lake began in the 1930s by men in a nearby Civilian Conservation Corps camp. The dam was completed in 1958. A cooperative effort between the USDA Forest Service and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission helped complete the structure. Shores Lake Loop Trail is a showcase of upland hardwoods and shortleaf pine groves. The trail treats hikers to views of waterfalls and wildlife. 18 campsites and 28 family picnicking units. Pavilion for group picnicking by reservation only. Camping trailers allowed, no hook-ups or dumpsite available. Electric sites have 110 outlet & 30 amp outlet access. A campground host is present until November. Due to remote location of campground, water and electricity may be temporarily unavailable during inclement weather or other emergency situations.
Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Bass ; Types of fishing available include: Shore, Motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait; ADA Accessible fishing access with fishing pier and boat launch.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | First come - first served. No reservations |
|---|---|
| Fees: | Pavillion - $35/day. Campground sites: $30/day/double sites - $20/day single sites with electricity - $15/day single sites without electricity. Beach day use $3/vehicle/day - Boat ramp day use $3/day |
| Restrictions: | "No wake" restriction; |
| Closest Towns: | Mulberry |
| Water: | Drinking |
| Restroom: | vault with hot showers |
| Operated By: | Boston Mountain Ranger District (479)667-2191 |
General Information
Directions:From Mulberry take Arkansas 215 north for 15 miles, then follow Forest Service Road 1505 for 0.5 mile
Accessibility:
Accessible fishing access
Activities
Campground Camping
19 single campsites. 4 multiple unit campsites. Restrooms with hot showers. 28 family picnicking units. Pavilion for group picnicking. Drinking water. Boat launching ramp. Maximum boat motor size is 10 hp. Camping trailers allowed, no hook-ups.
| No. of Sites | 19 |
| Reservation Info | Easy |
| Fire Information | Campfires are allowed (unless in the event of a burn ban), no firewood should be brought in or taken from any of the sites. |
Group Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
82 acre lake. Large Mouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Redear Sunfish.
Day Hiking
Shores Lake Loop Trail is a showcase of upland hardwoods and shortleaf pine groves. The trail treats hikers to views of waterfalls and wildlife. This loop trail connects two popular Forest Service recreation areas: Shores Lake and White Rock Mountain. It offers an excellent weekend hike up a beautiful creek to the spectacular vistas of White Rock Mountain and returns via another creek. A portion of the trail follows the Ozark Highlands Trail. Camping is allowed along the trail. Campgrounds are available at each end of the trail.
| Fire Information | Campfires are allowed (unless in the event of a burn ban), no firewood should be brought in or taken from any of the sites. |
Picnicking
Group Picnicking
Boating - Motorized
Boat launching ramp.
| Size Restrictions | "No Wake" restriction for boating |
Boating - Non-Motorized
raft, kayak, canoe
| Type of Craft | raft, kayak, canoe |
Swimming
82-acre lake with a fully accessible bathroom facility. Swimming beach available.
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