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LODGING IN AREA
Mountain Harbor Resort (870) 867-2191 or (870) 867-1200, • fax (870) 867-1205 Toll Free (800) 832-2276 P.O. Box 1268, Mount Ida, AR 71957 Located: Eleven miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270 Extra charge for pets Full Marina, Water Toys On Lake Ouachita E-mail: harbor@mountainharborresort.com Please visit our web www.mountainharborresort.com Lake Ouachita Shores Resort Family owned and operated (870) 867-3651 359 Lake Ouachita Shores Parkway, Mount Ida, AR 71957 Located: Nine miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270 On Lake Ouachita Extra Charges for pets Full Marina and Gift Shop ( (870) 867-4646
Aqua Motel Owners: James & Eltha Woods (870) 867 2123 2759 Highway 27 North, Story, AR, 71970 Location: 7 1/2 miles on Hwy 27 N. 6 units, 1/2 mile from Lake Ouachita. No pets Call us for reservation Colonial Motel & Starfire Mines (870) 867-2431 • fax (870) 867-0159 5403 Highway 270 East, Mount Ida, AR 71957 Location: Eleven miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270 11 units • Pets extra E-mail crystals@ipa.net
Crystal Inn Motel & Restaurant (870) 867-2643 3489 Highway 270 East, Mount Ida, AR 71957 Location: Six miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270, near the Airport 19 Units & Kitchenette Available • No Pets Visit our Web Site at www.mtidacrystalinn.com Mount Ida Motel (870) 867-3456 224 Hwy 270 East, Mount Ida Dennis & Lisa Elmore - (The Travelers Friend) Room prices start from $36.95 per night - with King Jacuzzi Room from $60.00 per night for two. Close to Restaurant who serves Country Home Cooked Meals. E-mail: spidervenom393373@Yahoo.com
Royal Oak Inn (870) 867-2169 P.O. Box 24, Mount Ida, AR 71957 936 Highway 270 East Location: One half mile east of Mount Ida on 270 East 15 Units • No pets Veronika’s Cabin Rental (870) 356 4864 63 Highway 240 West Caddo Gap, AR 71935 Near the intersection of Highway 27/8 and Highway 240 West 16 miles south of Mount Ida Visit our web site: www.veronikas.net e-mail: jbrown03@alltel.net
Arrowhead Cabin & Canoe Rentals (870) 356-2944 • Toll Free (800) 538-6578 Located: On the Caddo River near Caddo Gap Turn at the junction of highways 8 and 240, Cross over the river and take the third drive on the right 5 Cabins • 2 bedroom house • 2 bedroom mobile home e-mail us at arrowhead@ipa.net Visit our WEB at www.arrowheadcabinandcanoe.com Washita Village Lodge (870) 867-2420 Owner: Bruce March 32 Matthews Hill, Story, AR 91970 Located on Hwy 27 North, 10 miles from Mount Ida Two Bedroom Cottage Fully furnished with kitchen, washer and dryer A beautiful place for a relaxing weekend retreat, near to all fishing and hiking trails Bunk House Available - RV Rental Spaces with Full Hookups also available
Highway 27 Fishing Village Family owned and operated (870) 867-2211 214 Fishing Village Road, Story, AR 71970-8111 Located: Eight miles north of Mount Ida on Highway 27 On Lake Ouachita 12 Units • Full Marina Visit our web site at : www.highway27fishingvillage.homestead.com Shangri La Resort Family owned and operated (870) 867-2011 • fax (870) 867-4088 987 Shangri La Drive, Mount Ida, AR 71957 Located: Ten miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270 On Lake Ouachita Extra charge for pets Full Marina and Restaurant Please visit our web at www.shangrilaresortar.com
Marilyn's Antiques & RV. Park (870) 867-0168 Located: Six miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270 Antiques, Collectibles, Glassware, Old Jewelry and Furniture. 12 RV Sites - Full Hook-Ups - Open All Season - Electric and Water Hook Ups - Dump Facilities. e-mail: marilyns@ipa.net Visit my web at www.mtidarvpark.com Kamping on Caddo Owners: Eddie and Janis McGrew (870) 334-2700 We 2 full Bathrooms with hot showers and Toilets, cable TV, pull through, horseshoe games, tent sites, canoe rentals, washer and dryers, swimming and fishing. e-mail us at kampingoncaddo@alltel.net Visit our web site at www.kampingonthecaddo.com
  
CAMPING
Lake Ouachita - Corps of Engineers Parks:
Brady Mountain,
Crystal Springs,
Denby Point,
Joplin,
Tompkins Bend,
Twin Creek
All Seasons RV Park
6507 Central Ave.,
Hot Springs 71913
(501) 525-1248
  Baileys RV Park
4303 Central Ave.
Hot Springs 71913
(501) 525-1660
Camp Lake Hamilton
6191 Central Ave.,
Hot Springs 71913
(501) 525-8204
  Cozy Acres Cottages & Campground
1100 Cozy Acres Rd.,
Mountain Pine 71956
(501) 767-5023
Crater of Diamonds State Park
Rt. 1, Box 364,
Murfreesboro 71958
(870) 285-3113
  Daisy State Park
HC-71 Box 66,
Kirby 71950-8105
(501) 398-4487
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Road,
Mountain Pine, AR 71956
Park/Campsite Reservations: (501)767-9366
Cabin Reservations: (800)264-2441
  Marilyn's Antiques & RV. Park
(870) 867-0168
Located: Six miles east of Mount Ida on Highway 270
12 RV Sites - Full Hook-Ups - Open All Season - Electric and Water Hook Ups - Dump Facilities.
 
  
  The following US Corp of Engineers Campgrounds are located in the Mount Ida area:
    
Big Fur
17 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 6 miles northeast of Mount Ida on State 27, 6 miles east on State 188, then 4 miles east on gravel road.
Facilities: Vault toilets, water, boat ramp, tables, grills.
(Open year-round)

Crystal Springs
48 RV / Tent with water and electricity, 26 Tent - $14 to $15 per night, depending on the site selected, April 1 - October 31. $5 to $9 per night in the off season.
Reservations can be made by telephone up to 30 days in advance from May 12 - September 30. Call (501) 991-3390.
Location: 15 miles west of Hot Springs on U.S. 270, then 2 miles north on access road.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, hot showers, boat ramp, dump station, picnic sites, 2 pavilions, day use swimming beach with change house and playground, restaurant, marina, store, cottages.
(Open year-round)
    
Lake Ouachita Shores Resort
67 campsites, 58 RV / Tent with water and electricity, 9 Tent - $12 to $14 per night, depending on the site selected, April 1 - October 31. $5 to $9 per night in the off season.
Reservations can be made by telephone up to 30 days in advance from May 12 - September 30, call (870)867-4475.
Location: 8 miles east of Mount Ida on U.S. 270 then 1 mile north on access road.
Facilities: Flush and chemical toilets, water, hot showers, dump station, 4 picnic sites, playground, amphitheater, nature trails, restaurant, marina, 2 group camping areas (6-site and 7-site reservations accepted), swimming beach, lodge.
(Open year-round)

Highway 27 Fishing Village
19 RV / Tent with electricity.
Location: 9 miles northeast of Mount Ida on State 27.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, boat ramp, trailer dump station, swimming beach, restaurant, marina, ball field, horseshoe pits.
(Open year-round)
    
Joplin (Mountain Harbor)
65 campsites, 40 RV / Tent with water & electric; 23 Tent - $12 to $14 per night, depending on the site selected, April 1 - October 31. $5 - $9 per night in the off season.
Location: 11 miles east of Mount Ida on U.S. 270, then 2 miles north on access road.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, showers, paved boat ramp, dump station, picnic sites, swimming beach, restaurant, marina, lodge. User's fee charged April through September.
(Open year-round)

Little Fir
29 RV / Tent with water & electric.
$10 to $12 per night, depending on site selected, April 1 - October31. $4 to $6 per night in the off season.
Location: 6 miles northeast of Mount Ida on State 27, then 9 miles east on State 188.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, paved boat ramp, trailer dump station, marina. User's fee charged April through September.
(Open year-round)
    
Tompkins Bend (Shangri La)
77 campsites, 47 RV / Tent with electricity; 16 RV / Tent with no hookups, 14 Tent - $12 to $14 per night, depending on site selected, April 1 - October 31. $5 to $9 per night in the off season.
Reservations can be made by telephone up to 30 days in advance from May 12 - September 30, call (870) 867-4476.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, hot showers, paved boat ramp, dump station, amphitheater, restaurant, marina, cabins.
(Open year-round)

Twin Creek
15 RV / Tent with no hookups -
$6 to $8 per night, depending on the site selected, April 1 - October 31. $1 to $3 per night in the off season.
Location: 8 miles east of Mount Ida on U.S. 270, then 1 mile north on access road.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, paved boat ramp, trailer dump station, swimming beach.
(Open year-round)
  
  US Forest Service Campgrounds - Ouachita
More than 2.5 million acres of forest land included within the three National Forests in Arkansas. The US Forest Service has developed campgrounds at scenic points in these woodlands. Most of these campgrounds are located in ruggedly beautiful mountainous terrain, and are designed to blend into the landscape to preserve the forest atmosphere. There are 35 developed recreation areas, 7 scenic areas, 43 vistas, 5 float camps, 11 shooting ranges, 2 historical sites, 6 wildernesses, 1 national recreation area, and over 700 miles of trails. Located in west central Arkansas and southeast Oklahoma, the forest offers visitors a myriad of opportunities for either one day trips or extended vacations filled with relaxation and enjoyment.

FOR INFORMATION: Forest Supervisor, Ouachita National Forest, USFS Box 1270, Hot Springs, AR 71902. (501)321-5202, or contact the Ranger District for each campground.
The following US Forest Service Campgrounds are located in the Mount Ida area. The map will show their locations.
    
Albert Pike
46 RV / Tent with no hookups
Location: 5 miles southwest of Glenwood on U.S. 70, then west 13 miles on State 84 to Langley, then right on State 369 for 6.1 miles. Caddo Ranger District,
Glenwood, AR 71943 (870)356- 4186
Attractions: Natural pool in Little Missouri River, swimming, fishing, and hiking trails.
Facilities: Central flush toilets, trailer dump station, showers, water. (Only open through part of the year) User's fee charged.

Big Brushy
11 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 16 miles west of Mount Ida on U.S. 270. Oden Ranger District, Oden, AR 71961 (870)326-4322
Attractions: Hiking and fishing.
Facilities: Vault toilets, picnic shelter, playground.
(Open year-round)
    
Crystal
9 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 1 mile north of Norman on State 27, then turn east for 3 miles on gravel Forest Road 177. Caddo Ranger District, Glenwood, AR 71943 (870)356-4186
Attractions: Swimming, Hiking trail, scenic drives.
Facilities: Flush toilets, water, picnic sites, picnic shelter.
(Open year-round) User's fee charged.

Dragover Float Camp
7 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 4 miles east of Sims on State 88, then south on County gravel road, 2 miles. Oden Ranger District, Oden, AR 71961 (870)326-4322
Attractions: Float fishing on Ouachita River, swimming, hiking.
Facilities: Vault toilets, water, picnic sites, canoe access.
(Open year-round)
    
Fulton Branch Float Camp
7 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 1 mile northeast of Mount Ida on State 27, then north at sign for 6 miles on gravel road. Watch for signs. Womble Ranger District, Mount Ida, AR 71957
(870)867-2101
Attractions: Float fishing on Ouachita River, swimming, hiking. Womble Trail connects to Ouachita Nation Recreation Trail.
Facilities: Vault toilets, picnic sites, canoe access.
(Open year-round)

Hickory Nut Mountain Picnic Area
8 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 13 miles east of Mount Ida on U.S. 270, then turn north at sign for 6 miles on gravel Forest Road 47.
Womble Ranger District, Mount Ida, AR 71957 (870)867-2101
Attractions: Provides panoramic view of Lake Ouachita. 1 mile to Lake Ouachita Vista area.
Facilities: Flush toilets, picnic sites.
(Open year-round)
    
River Bluff Float Camp
7 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 1 mile northeast of Mount Ida on State 27, then north at sign for 5 miles on gravel road. Watch for signs. Womble Ranger District, Mount Ida, AR 71957
(870)867-2101
Attractions: Float fishing on Ouachita River, swimming, hiking. Womble Trail connects to Ouachita National Recreation Trail.
Facilities: Vault toilets, picnic sites, canoe access.
(Open year-round)

Rocky Shoals Float Camp
7 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 7 miles west of Mount Ida on U.S. 270, then left at the Ouachita River Bridge. Womble Ranger District, Mount Ida, AR 71957 (870)867-2101
Attractions: Base camp for float fishing on the Ouachita River, swimming, hiking. Womble Trail connects to Ouachita National Recreation Trail.
    
Shirley Creek Float Camp
4 RV / Tent with no hookups.
Location: 7 miles west of Oden on State 88, then south on gravel road 7991 one mile. Oden Ranger District, Oden, AR 71961 (870)326-4322
Attractions: Float fishing on the Ouachita River, swimming, fishing, 2 miles from Oden Rifle Range.
Facilities: Vault toilets, water, picnic sites, canoe access.
(Open year-round)
  
  
DINING IN AREA

Bob's Food City Deli
(870) 867-3551
742 Highway 270 East, Mount Ida, AR 91957
Location: East side of Mount Ida on Highway 270
Hours: 8:00 - 8:00 Monday-Saturday
Hours: 9:00 - 7:00 Sunday

Dairyette
Owners: Kent & Joyce O'neal
(870) 867-2312
P. O. Box 1527, Mount Ida, AR 71957
Location: Across from Bob's Food City
Summer hours 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Monday through Sunday
Winter hours 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Monday through Sunday
    
Crystal Inn Motel & Restaurant
(870) 867-2643
3489 Highway 270 East, Mount Ida, AR 71957
Location: Six miles East of Mount Ida on Highway 270, near the Airport

El Diamante Mexican Restaurant
Owner Gerardo Contreras
Telephone Number: 867-6253
Situated at 125 South West Street, Mount Ida. (Opposite the Courthouse Square)
    
George & Rascal's Restaurant
Owner: George Richardson
(870) 867-3040
Hours are from: Monday - Saturday 6.00am - 9.00pm
Sundays - 7.30am - 2.00pm

Hwy 27 Fishing Village Restaurant
Eight miles north of Mount Ida on Hwy 27
(870)867-2211
    
Lake Ouachita Shores Resort
Nine miles east of Mount Ida on Hwy. 270
(870)867-3651

Lodge Restaurant at Mountain Harbor Resort
(870) 867-1200 • (800) 832-2276
Location: Eleven miles East of Mount Ida on Highway 270 East, turn right on Mountain Harbor Road
Hours: 7:00 - 8:00 Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 - 9:00 Friday and Saturday.
Closed after Thanksgiving for eight weeks
    
Mt. Ida Cafe
In Mount Ida on Hwy. 270
(870)867-2283

Picnic Box Deli
Exxon Station in Mount Ida on Hwy.270 and Hwy.27
(870)867-3513
    
Quik-Sak Grocery & Self Serv
In Mount Ida on Hwy. 270 and Hwy. 27
(870)867-3711

Ron's Barbecue
Owners: Ron and Mary Baber
(870) 356-5250
Location: 6 miles south of Norman on Highway 8, just east of Caddo Gap.
Open Tuesday thru Thursday 11am until 8pm
Friday and Saturday 11am until 9pm
Sunday 11am until 3pm
    
Shangri La Resort Restaurant
(870) 867-2011 • fax (870) 867-4088
987 Shangri La Drive, Mount Ida, AR 71957
Location: Ten miles East of Mount Ida on Highway 270 East, turn right on left on Shangri La Drive
Hours: 6:30 - 8:00, during the summer months till 9:00
Closed in November for 10 weeks

Shack Attack Pizza
Owner: Holly & Ty Rowton
(870) 867-2003
P. O. Box 1376, Mount Ida, AR 71957
Location: Opposite the Courthouse Square on South West Street.
Open Monday - Thursday 10.30 am - 9.00pm
Friday - Saturday 10.30 - 10.00 pm
Sunday - 10.30 - 9.00pm
    
Subway of Mount Ida
(870) 867 4998 or (501) 626-1070 fax (870) 867-2372
Owner: Ricky Lee
Location: On Highway 270, next to the Post Office.
P.O. Box 1268 Mount Ida, AR 71957

Twin's Donuts & Bakery
(870) 867-4623
Location: One block West of the courthouse in Mt. Ida
Donuts • Cookies • Sandwiches • Homemade Pies
Hours: 5:00 - 12:30, Monday through Friday and on Saturdays from 5:00 till sold out.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Mount Ida/Bearce Airport
J. M. Fowler, Manager
(870) 867 4140
3447 Highway 270 East
Located 7 miles east of Mount Ida
Lighted 4000' Runway - Lighted Wind Cone - T-Hangers - Tie Downs - Jet Fuel - Helicopter Pad


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Mount Ida, Arkansas 71957
Phone  870-490-0001

Mount Ida is a small tourist town in the Ouachita National Forest near Hot Springs, Arkansas
and the scenic Lake Ouachita. Mount Ida is known as the Quartz Crystal Capital of the World.