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Highway 125 Park Bull Shoals

Bull Shoals Lake

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Summary

Bull Shoals Lake is a water sports paradise located at the Arkansas-Missouri border, featuring 39 campsites with electric hookups and other amenities, as well as swimming, marina, and hiking/birding opportunities. The free ferry ride from the park also provides scenic drives on the Missouri side.

Overview

Enjoy the beautiful scenery overlooking Bull Shoals Lake, known in the area as a water sports paradise.

The park is a departure point for the Peel Ferry, which connects Highway 125 from Arkansas to Missouri. Peel Ferry is Arkansas' last remaining free ferry. It runs year-round and saves drivers a 50-mile journey around the lake.

Recreation

The surplus of water activities keep visitors entertained for many days of vacation. Hiking and birding are also rewarding pastimes here.

Facilities

The 39 campsites are equipped with electric hookups, drinking water and showers. The site has a designated swimming area and marina.

Groups of up to 50 can reserve the group picnic shelter, which is beside the playground.

Natural Features

Blue Shoals Lake spans more than 71,000 acres across the northern edge of Arkansas and the southern edge of Missouri. The lake was created in 1951 with the completion of the massive concrete dam, Blue Shoals Dam.

The lake is surrounded by dense forest along the rolling foothills of the Arkansas Ozarks.

Nearby Attractions

Visit the Bull Shoals-White River State Park and explore its two hiking trails: the Big Bluff Trail and the Lakeside Trail. Consider a ferry ride to explore scenic drives on the Missouri side of the lake.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

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Nearby Campgrounds Distance Notification Rate
Buck Creek (Mo)
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Lead Hill
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8.4mi
Oakland Park
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8.7mi
Theodosia Park
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8.8mi
Tucker Hollow Park
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Lakeview Park
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