Brady Mountain Day-Use

Brady Mountain Day-Use

Part of Lake Ouachita

Overview

Brady Mountain Day-Use Area delights visitors with its family-friendly facility, fabulous views and idyllic placement on Arkansas's Lake Ouachita. The lake attracts visitors who come for the crystal clear waters and bountiful fishing opportunities.  

Click here for the Lake Ouachita Virtual Tour.

Facilities

The Day-Use Pavilion has electrical hook-ups, picnic tables, and lighting. Other amenities include a bathroom facility, a swim beach, and a boat ramp.

Natural Features

Lake Ouachita sits in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains, just 10 miles west of Hot Springs National Park.   

The lake stems from the Ouachita River and boasts 692 miles of shoreline with 178 islands.

Recreation

A unique way to explore the lake is to follow the Geo-Float Trail, coined as the first water-based interpretive trail included in the National Trails System. The self-guided boat tour leads visitors on a 16-mile trip to see incredible geologic features as it stretches from the Spillway Recreation Area to Brady Mountain Recreation Area.   

Hikers enjoy the scenic land-based nature trail accessible from the campground. Boating, fishing and scuba diving among the remains of the flooded mountain valley are also popular here.

Nearby Attractions

Head to Hot Springs National Park and enjoy a traditional bath or modern spa experience with the natural spring water.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (501) 767-2101.

Important Notices

  • All reservations must be made through recreation.gov.

  • No off-road vehicles allowed.

  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Available Activities

  • Biking - Biking
  • Boating - Boating
  • Canoeing - Canoeing
  • Birding - Birding
  • Day Use Area - Day Use Area
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Hiking - Hiking
  • Jet Skiing - Jet Skiing
  • Motor Boat - Motor Boat
  • Kayaking - Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
  • Photography - Photography
  • Picnicking - Picnicking
  • Sailing - Sailing
  • Scuba Diving - Scuba Diving
  • Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
  • Skiing - Skiing
  • Snorkeling - Snorkeling
  • Swimming Site - Swimming Site
  • Water Activities - Water Activities
  • Water Sports - Water Sports
  • Water Skiing - Water Skiing
  • Water Access - Water Access
  • Tubing - Tubing
  • Swimming - Swimming
  • Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing

Contact Information

Phone: 501-767-2101

110 BRADY MOUNTAIN OVERLOOK
ROYAL, AR 71968

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Available Campsites

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