Located in the Northeast corner of Arkansas, Fort Smith State Park near Fort Smith, Arkansas has returned. It was relocated in 2002 because Lake Fort Smith was enlarged in order to provide more water storage for that region. When the lake was enlarged, the old state park, located below the lake was closed. The new lake was merged with Lake Shepherd Springs. The new park, on the western side of the lake is open now with a grand opening scheduled for June 2008. Let's see what's in the new Park to enjoy.
Enjoy tent or RV camping at two separate campgrounds, each with a woods view. Fifty amp electrical hookup, showers, dump stations, water and showers are available at each site.
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Rent a boat. Get a 16' boat with 9.9 hp motor, a canoe, kayaks, pedal boats or just a slip for your own boat. Enjoy the new lake in a motor boat or a human powered kayak, canoe or pedal boat.
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Fish in the Lake Fort Smith waters. Catch fresh water fish like bream or blue gills.
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Swim in the new outdoor swimming pool. The kids will enjoy the swimming as well.
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Launch your own boat at the boat launch. The new launch area is bigger and easier to use, but you have to know how to back up your boat trailer.
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Begin a tour of the 180-mile Ozark Highlands National Recreation Trail. The trail begins (or ends) here in Fort Smith State Park.
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Plan group meetings and enjoy them in the classroom and on the patio with a wood burning fireplace and view of the lake. There are also lodges available for housing your family reunion so everyone can enjoy the park as part of the family reunion. Have an outdoor class reunion at the park. Use the picnicking facilities and barbecue pits for great food and a great time.
Tips & Warnings
Always be careful in the water. Watch children at all times.
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