Quick Facts
5.4 Miles
Campsites
Fishing
100 Islands
Ouachita National Forest
Water Trail Length
Rabbit Tail to Buckville: 5.4 miles. Paddlers usually cover about 2 miles per hour.
Lake Conditions
Nestled within the Ouachita National Forest, Lake Ouachita offers 700 miles of undeveloped shoreline and more than 100 islands. Coves near Rabbit Tail Access provide protected areas for paddling. Stay near the shoreline and choose a low wind day to paddle the Buckville Water Trail.
Hazards
Wind can create substantial waves and rough water. Motorboat traffic increases on weekends and holidays. Stick to quiet coves and avoid open water.
Emergency Contacts
Garland County EMS
911
Garland County Sheriff’s Office
501-622-3660
Corps of Engineers Field Office
501-767-2101
Stop Poaching Hotline
833-356-0824
Other
Kayak Outfitter
Ouachita Kayak Tours