🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟢 Easy $5 USACE day-use fee
🌊 About Lake Ouachita – Crystal Springs Beach
A clear, clean Army Corps of Engineers swim beach on Lake Ouachita — Arkansas's largest lake — known for exceptional water clarity, rare freshwater jellyfish, and freshwater shrimp.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$5 USACE day-use fee
Water Temperature
💧 Warm lake water
Water Type
Reservoir swim beach
Managed By
US Army Corps of Engineers
County
Garland County, Arkansas
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
North Crystal Springs Rd, off Albert Pike, AR
Access Notes:
Easy beach access
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $5 USACE day-use fee
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace