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Marinas in Arkansas

Cruise 23 marinas across Arkansas. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

Ozark hardwoods, Ouachita mountains, and the Buffalo National River.

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Marinas in Arkansas by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across all 23 marinas listed in Arkansas. A blank cell means we do not have that detail yet.

MarinaCityActivitiesRating
Hot Springs MarinaHot SpringsPowerboating, Rentals4.9816 Google reviews
Cricket Creek MarinaOmaha4.8457 Google reviews
Mountain Harbor MarinaMt Ida4.8172 Google reviews
Lakeview Cove MarinaLakeview4.8155 Google reviews
Fairfield Bay MarinaShirley4.7762 Google reviews
Lake Ouachita State Park MarinaMountain Pine4.7496 Google reviews
Echo Canyon Resort & MarinaRoyal4.7258 Google reviews
Crystal Springs Marina VillageRoyal4.7252 Google reviews

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Most-booked campgrounds in Arkansas

Federal campgrounds in Arkansas that Recreation.gov lists for boating, ranked by how many times they were booked in fiscal 2025.

  1. Maumelle1

    Maumelle

    9,956 bookings
  2. Dam Site(Greers Ferry)2

    Dam Site(Greers Ferry)

    6,139 bookings
  3. 3

    Horseshoe Bend (Beaver Lake)

    6,079 bookings
  4. Crystal Springs4

    Crystal Springs

    4,480 bookings
  5. 5

    Dam Site River (Beaver Lake)

    4,020 bookings

Bookings: Recreation.gov, fiscal 2025 (Oct 2024 to Sep 2025).

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Marinas, boat launches, rivers & creeks and camping in Arkansas

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About Arkansas

Clear water is Arkansas's calling card. The big reservoirs tucked into the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains (Lake Ouachita, Greers Ferry, Beaver Lake, Lake Norfolk), run deep and clean, ringed by forest instead of development, and the Arkansas River carries navigable water clear across the state. A solid network of marinas keeps all of it accessible, with fuel, slips, and launch points positioned where boaters actually need them in the Natural State.

Each lake has its own personality. Lake Ouachita, near Hot Springs, is the wild one, undeveloped islands and water clean enough that the shoreline still feels like backcountry. Greers Ferry, in the Ozark foothills, pairs dramatic bluffs with serious fishing. Beaver Lake opens onto the Ozark Highlands to the north, while Lake Norfolk and Bull Shoals, up on the Missouri border, are deep, cold, and famously clear, the kind of water that keeps anglers and cruisers coming back season after season.

Then there's the river. The McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System runs commercial barges and pleasure boats alike from the Mississippi westward through the state, passing Little Rock and a string of river towns along the way. It's a different discipline than lake cruising (locks, current, traffic), but it shows you an Arkansas the highways skip. Marinas along the system keep transient dockage ready for boaters working their way through.

When to cruise in Arkansas

Peak Jun–Aug

Full season

Quick facts

Boat launches mapped
484
Rivers mapped
907
Marinas listed
23
Best season
March through November

Trip guide

Know before you go in Arkansas

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

  • Boater Education Requirement

    Individuals born on or after January 1, 1986, must successfully complete an approved boating education course to operate a motorboat or PWC in Arkansas. This applies to all motorized vessels.

    Arkansas Game & Fish Commission

  • Vessel Registration

    All motorized vessels, including sailboats with auxiliary motors, must be registered with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (Office of Motor Vehicle), the Game & Fish Commission writes and enforces boating rules but does not handle registration. Registration decals must be prominently displayed.

  • Fishing License

    A valid Arkansas fishing license is required for anyone aged 16 or older to fish in the state's waters. Various license types are available for residents and non-residents.

  • Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)

    All vessels must carry at least one U.S. Coast Guard-approved wearable PFD for each person on board. Children 12 years of age and younger must wear a PFD while on any vessel.

01Do I need a special license to operate a boat in Arkansas?
There's no standalone "boating license", the requirement is education. Anyone born on or after January 1, 1986, must complete an approved boating education course before operating a motorboat or personal watercraft in Arkansas.
02What are the best lakes for recreational boating in Arkansas?
Lake Ouachita leads for clean water and island anchorages, Greers Ferry pairs scenery with strong fishing, and Beaver Lake brings clear water and Ozark bluffs. Lake Norfolk and Bull Shoals round out the list, both big, both remarkably clear.
03Can I rent a boat or personal watercraft (PWC) in Arkansas?
Yes: marinas on the major lakes rent pontoons, fishing boats, ski boats, and personal watercraft. Reserve ahead in summer; rental fleets book solid on the busy weekends.
04Are there any specific age restrictions for operating a boat or PWC?
Yes. A person under 12 may operate a small motorboat (under 10 horsepower) on their own; a larger motorboat requires a supervisor at least 18 aboard, and a personal watercraft requires one at least 21 (12-to-15-year-olds on a PWC need someone 18 or older aboard). And operators born on or after January 1, 1986, need the education certification regardless of age.
05What amenities can I typically expect at Arkansas marinas?
On the popular lakes, count on fuel docks, transient slips, and pump-out stations at most full-service marinas. Many add restrooms, showers, ship stores, and boat rentals, some even run restaurants or repair shops.
06Is fishing popular from boats in Arkansas, and do I need a license?
Extremely: the lakes are known for bass, crappie, and catfish, and boat fishing is how most anglers reach them. Anyone 16 or older needs a valid Arkansas fishing license to fish state waters.

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