Fishing Guides
🎣 Hook Your Trophy Fish Norfork Lake is famous worldwide for its fishing, but catching the biggest, best fish requires local knowledge. That’s where our professional, friendly Fishing Guides come in! Whether you’re a beginner learning the ropes or a seasoned angler determined to land that 40-pound Striped Bass, booking a guide is the single […]
Boat Sales, Rentals and Repairs
🛶 Your Ticket to the Water If the lake is the heart of Norfork, then boating is the pulse! With 550 miles of beautiful, unspoiled shoreline and water that is renowned for being the clearest in the region, Norfork Lake is the premier playground for anyone who loves spending a day on the water. Whether […]
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
🚤 Explore the Underwater World of Norfork If you’re ready to see why Norfork Lake is often called the “Caribbean of the Mid-South,” you need to look beneath the surface! Our exceptional water clarity—often reaching 20 to 30 feet of visibility—makes Norfork one of the premier freshwater diving and snorkeling destinations in the entire country. […]
Boating & Water Sports
🚤 Dive Into Norfork’s Clear Waters If the lake is the heart of Norfork, then boating is the pulse! With 550 miles of beautiful, unspoiled shoreline and water that is renowned for being the clearest in the region, Norfork Lake is the premier playground for anyone who loves spending a day on the water. Whether […]
Hiking & Biking Trails
Discovering the Ozarks by Foot and Wheel The emerald waters of Norfork Lake are framed by the lush, rugged landscape of the Ozark Mountains, offering some truly exceptional trails for both hikers and mountain bikers. Here, adventure awaits just steps from the shoreline, whether you seek a casual nature walk or an exhilarating singletrack ride. […]
The Village of Henderson
Where the River Ran Today, the village of Henderson, Arkansas, sits peacefully on the east shore of Norfork Lake, anchored by a post office and the Corps of Engineers recreation area. But its current location is not its original one. To understand the heart of Henderson, we have to look to the valley floor, now […]
Parks & Recreational Areas
Your Natural Escape Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ozark National Forest and largely managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the land around Norfork Lake is dotted with beautiful parks and recreational areas. These spaces are designed to offer visitors a seamless experience of comfort and unspoiled nature, providing the perfect setting […]
Sandy Beaches & Coves
The Carribbean of the Mid-South If you’ve ever imagined a sparkling, sandy beach tucked away among the rolling Ozark Mountains, you’ve imagined Norfork Lake! This lake is an anomaly—it’s the only Ozark Mountain lake boasting the brilliant white, sandy beaches and crystal-clear blue water that give it the nickname: “The Caribbean of the Mid-South.” While […]
What Lies Beneath Norfork Lake?
It’s easy to look at the beautiful, sparkling waters of Norfork Lake today and not realize that whole communities rest quietly beneath its surface. This is the story of the Norfork Dam’s construction and the towns it submerged. A New Era Begins The Norfork Dam construction was a massive undertaking, beginning with a ceremonial first […]