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Located 12 miles west of the town of Waldron in Arkansas, Lake Hinkle is easily accessible for all that choose to visit. The lake covers almost 1000 acres and was completed in 1971 as an impoundment of Jones Creek. The lake is bordered on one side by the huge Ouachita National Forest, meaning much of the shore remains natural and undeveloped, with plenty of opportunity for outdoor recreation right in its doorstep.
When people visit the lake once, it is very hard not to return to rent an RV in Scott County time and time again. Lake Hinkle is remote enough to feel as though you are fully immersed in nature, but nearby towns such as Waldron, Fort Smith, Booneville, and Mena are all just a short drive away.
On the edge of Lake Hinkle is Little Pines Recreation Area, a well-known day use area complete with hiking trails, a swimming beach, and boat docks. Surrounding the shores are some beautiful open areas which are ideal for playing a range of sports, having a picnic or BBQ with the family, relaxing on the beach or simply sitting back and enjoying the picturesque surroundings when renting an RV in the area.
Around 400 acres of the lake lies within the Ouachita National Forest, which is a hiker’s dream. There is a huge range of hiking trails within the forest, ranging from easy, short hikes to longer and more challenging. Taking some of these trails is a great way to get in an insight into the local flora and fauna, and you may even be lucky enough to glimpse some of the wildlife that calls the forest their home.
Lake Hinkle is managed by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and has some great fishing opportunities for those who choose to go camping at Lake Hinkle. Game fish species include bass, crappie, bream, sunfish, and catfish, so there is plenty of choices. Anglers can opt to either fish from the public fishing dock or head out onto the water and try their luck from a boat. Bait shops by the lake offer places to pick up a range of fishing supplies.
There are camping facilities located in the Little Pines Recreation Area, which provides all the basic amenities that are needed for a comfortable motorhome camping stay. Sites have water and electricity hookups, and there is drinking water and flush toilets available. There is also a pavilion and dump station available for the use of guests.
If you don’t mind not being right on the shores of Lake Hinkle, just a short drive away is Big Pine RV Park, located in nearby Waldron. Ideal for Lake Hinkle campers that fancy an easy-going trip, it is a great spot for a little relaxation and family fun. Sites are pull-thru with 30, 50 amp electric hookups with sewer and water. There is also big rig access, and pets are welcome to come and join in the fun.
Just beyond Lake Hinkle are a number of great attractions that are well worth exploring. Art lovers flock to the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. The building itself is stunning, designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie it surrounds two spring-fed ponds. The series of pavilions house a number of galleries, a restaurant and museum store, and outside, a series of sculptures and walking trails link the park and museum to the town of Bentonville. The permanent collection spans five centuries of American artworks from the Colonial era to the present day.
The fascinating Crater of Diamonds State Park also lies nearby and is one of the only places in the world where members of the public are invited to come and search for real diamonds in their original volcanic source. There is a 37-acre plowed field, the eroded surface of a volcanic crater, where visitors can search for these precious rocks. Anything that you find is yours to keep, so it is well worth a visit. You can either bring your own mining tools or rent them from the park. In the visitor’s center, you can learn about diamonds, view real diamonds, and learn more about the area’s history and geology.
Camp in an RV near Fort Smith and visit the Fort Smith Trolley Museum is a streetcar and railroad museum. The museum contains a heritage streetcar line that runs for around three miles, which is a great way to see some of the other attractions that the town holds, such as the Fort Smith National Historic Site, the Fort Smith National Cemetery, and the West Garrison Avenue Historic District.
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