Pencil Bluff hooks RV campers with prime Ouachita River access for fly fishing and kayaking. Stay at Big Brushy Campground or Ouachita River Haven to launch floats and hikes into the Ouachita National Forest. These two parks drop you riverside, minutes from trout runs and pine-shaded trails.
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Pencil Bluff perches on the Ouachita River in Montgomery County, Arkansas. Fly anglers target rainbow trout below Oden Lake Dam, just a short drive north. Hikers hit the Caddo Bend Overlook trail for sweeping river valley views, while hunters scour the Ouachita National Forest come fall. Locals fire up barbecues at the annual Pencil Bluff Community Center events.
Big Brushy Campground draws solitude seekers to its wooded primitive sites along Big Brushy Creek. Ouachita River Haven fits families and pets perfectly, with 30-amp hookups, hot showers, and nightly rates from $25 to $65. Both parks anchor your trip to river rapids, forest drives, and small-town diners like the Pencil Bluff Cafe.
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Pencil Bluff stands out for Ouachita River fly fishing and Ouachita National Forest trails. Anglers chase trout near Oden Lake Dam. Hikers climb Caddo Bend Overlook for panoramic views, and hunters prowl the woods in season. The tiny community hosts rodeos and barbecues that draw locals from Montgomery County.
Big Brushy Campground and Ouachita River Haven top the list near Pencil Bluff. Big Brushy offers primitive sites by Big Brushy Creek. Ouachita River Haven adds 30-amp service, showers, and pet-friendly spots right on the Ouachita River.
Yes, Ouachita River Haven welcomes pets at its riverside sites. It provides 30-amp hookups and showers for comfortable stays. Pairs great with dog walks along the Ouachita River trails in Ouachita National Forest.