Lake Dardanelle
The McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System (MKARNS), which enables barge traffic from the Mississippi River to the Tulsa Port of Catoosa in northern Oklahoma, includes Lake Dardanelle, a significant reservoir on the Arkansas River in Arkansas, USA. In 1971, MKARNS' entire length was put into operation.
The nearby Mount Nebo (Arkansas) offers visitors picturesque views of the lake. There are several mountain springs and leisure areas in the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, which also feature beautiful scenery. There is a wide variety of fauna in the Ouachita and Ozark mountains. This region is frequently used by bald eagles to overwinter. Here, eagle sightings are possible from late fall to early spring.
Known for its breathtaking sunsets and more than 300 miles of shoreline, Lake Dardanelle is a well-liked getaway from Little Rock and Fort Smith. The lake is situated on the I-40 corridor between these two cities as well as the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests. Boating, fishing, and bald eagle watching are all popular pastimes at this reservoir.
On the eastern coast, Lake Dardanelle State Park is close to Russellville. A marina, swimming area, and boat launch are available at the state park. With 57 available campsites, the state park also offers camping amenities. The state park visitor center has freshwater aquariums with fish from the lake and the surrounding area that holds over 7,000 gallons of water.
Location: Arkansas River, Arkansas
