Nimrod Lake, Arkansas

Cradled between the Ouachita and Ozark Mountains, Nimrod Lake attracts boaters, anglers, and wildlife enthusiasts from all over the world. Ask any local around these parts, and they’ll tell you that fishing is the thing to do here. With just a little skill and a lot of luck, You’ll easily snag crappie, largemouth bass, bream, catfish, and white bass from the lake’s depths. There are four modern campgrounds around the lake, a short interpretive hiking trail, and three family-friendly swimming beaches. Whether you’re in it for the fishing, the swimming, or the s’mores round the fire, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better wild getaway than Nimrod Lake.