Lake Catherine State Park offers a serene retreat near Hot Springs, Arkansas, with diverse recreational activities from hiking to fishing.
Lake Catherine State Park is situated in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas, near the city of Hot Springs. The park is known for its scenic beauty, centered around Lake Catherine itself, a reservoir formed by the Remmel Dam on the Ouachita River. The park's landscape features rolling hills covered in hardwood forests, which provide habitat for a variety of wildlife. Established in 1935, this park preserves both natural beauty and historical elements, such as structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Visitors can explore a network of trails, take part in water activities on Lake Catherine, or enjoy camping in the park's well-equipped campgrounds. The park's compelling blend of mountains, woodlands, and water appeals to outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.
Falls Branch Trail leading to a picturesque waterfall
Diverse wildlife including white-tailed deer and numerous bird species
Access to water recreation on Lake Catherine with boat rentals
Historical CCC structures, offering insight into the park's past
Creates Lake Catherine and provides hydroelectric power.
A scenic waterfall accessible via the Falls Branch Trail.
Historic structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.