We chose this cabin because its right next to greers ferry lake, ten minutes from the fairways and greens tennenbaum golf course, a short drive from the marinas and restaurants of heber springs and trout fishing on the little red river, and less than an hour from blanchard springs caverns and the folk music of mountain view. Shes a passionate foodways enthusiast with three books arkansas pie. Greers ferry lake has been thriving with tourism since the early 1960s. Oct 24, 2012 explore 25robinjoness board greers ferry lake, arkansas. Kennedy in his last public appearance before his fateful trip to dallas. Even before the lake was formed, summer visitors were attracted to the mineral springs in spring park in heber. Hi, im tommy cauley, a master fishing guide for greers ferry lake. Greers ferry lake has excellent fishing, boating and recreational amenities and is a popular tourist destination. The lake holds the state record for walleye and striped bass. Cleburne county, arkansas, the youngest 75th in the state, was created.
Thousands of arkansans and visitors are attracted to greers ferry lake and the little red river for fishing, swimming, and other water sports. I was born and raised in bee branch, ar, just a short drive from the lake. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Owen a check book and told him to take his wife, ina. Greers ferry lake, created as a result of the dam, is a popular recreational destination. A partnership between you, greers ferry lake trail. As of wednesday, the army corps of engineers reports the lakes elevation at 465.
Please note that all requests for information are routed to our members for prompt response. Sandy beach is one of the many reasons why the lake is so popular. Greers ferry lake is ranked among one of the cleanest, clearest, lakes in the nation. Remember, you can view the interactive content right on your screen. Located in arkansas, greers ferry lake real estate is a top ten market in the state for lake homes and lake lots. At the foot of round mountain in the beautiful ozark mountains of northcentral arkansas stands greers ferry dam. East to greers ferry, west to choctaw, and overlooking a beautiful body of. The dams primary function is flood control, but it also serves as a hydroelectric power plant. My dad and other property owners in the area went to a meeting in 1957 in. Additional fishing venues are also available in the midwest and southeast.
The greers ferry hydroelectric dam, a 40,000 acre reservoir, made way for a. My husband and i started working with debbi brawley about a year ago. Greers ferry lake was formed by the greers ferry dam of the little red river. Fishing on greers ferry lake is superb throughout the year. The north shore of this 40,000 acre masterpiece became the ideal setting to make their dream come to life. Greers ferry lake topo map, cleburne county ar greers. Greers ferry chamber of commerce greers ferry, arkansas. Celebrate and remember the lives we have lost in greers ferry, arkansas. Greers ferry lake 2020 all you need to know before you go.
Greers ferry lake wma arkansas game and fish commission. Matt loves the sugar loaf mountain greers ferry lake, arkansas the hike to the top is so worth the view. Greers ferry dam on the little red river, approximately three miles north of heber springs cleburne county, is a concrete dam built between 1959 and 1962. Kayak, hike, fish, scuba, birdwatch, camp, great music. In his remarks in heber springs, kennedy explained that the greers ferry project and others like it were investments in arkansas and the nations future. Karens family was one of those required to relocate in 1960 due to the construction of greers ferry dam. Only 3 hours from crystal bridges and only 3 hours from branson. Greers ferry cleburne county encyclopedia of arkansas. For reservations or information, call us at 501 8257600. Life before greers ferry lake kindle edition by potter murphy, karen. Welcome to greers ferry, located on the shores of the lake that shares its name, greers ferry lake. Take a virtual vacation to greers ferry lake in arkansas.
Zillow has 63 homes for sale in heber springs ar matching greers ferry lake. The visitor center was pretty cool, and had some great displays and information on the lake and local history. Cherokee choctaw cove creek dam site devils fork heber springs hill creek john f. It is located about 60 miles 100 km north of little rock. Apr 12, 2020 greers ferry lake is ranked among one of the cleanest, clearest, lakes in the nation. Discover a selection of 244 vacation rentals in greers ferry lake, us that are perfect for your trip. I guide for bass, crappie and brim on the lake and i was curios if i could get my credentials on this website as well. The lake and dam were dedicated in 1963 by president john f. With 340 miles of shoreline, greers ferry lake is considered one of the many smaller arkansas lakes. Greers ferry lake is the reservoir formed by greers ferry dam, a united states army corps of engineers dam in northern arkansas. In fort smith arkansas, in the early 60s two young, energetic, and ambitious.
Karen potter murphy was born january 4, 1945, in the family home at higden, arkansas. Toads mean green rv park 5016548844 10714 hwy 92 east bee branch ar 720. Greers ferry dam and lake encyclopedia of arkansas. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading higden. Greers ferry, established and incorporated in 1968, quickly grew to. Use these links below to find and reserve your campsite on greers ferry lake. Sandy beach is a perfect place to enjoy lake time with family and friends. Both are located in our north central ozark region. Heart of the lake marine service at 24 shiloh rd was recently discovered under boat tune up. Last ferry in arkansas only in arkansas first security. Simply click on contact above and complete the form. Greers ferry dam and william carl garner visitor center. Greers ferry lake all you need to know before you go. Greers ferry lake is ranked among one of the cleanest, clearest lakes in the nation, and the little red river is known as one of the blueribbon trout streams of america.
Kennedy, glistens one of the foremost recreational areas in the middle united states, greers ferry lake. That farm is now underwater, the result of flooding of the little red river that once filled what is now greers ferry lake. Greers ferry lake heber springs, ozark mountains, greers. Indian rock cave fairfield bay, arkansas greers ferry lake hernando desoto came to. Greers ferry lake 2020 all you need to know before you. Zillow has 71 homes for sale in greers ferry ar matching. And lets not forget the white river that runs through central arkansas, and the cache river in the delta. Although it was the last of arkansass seventyfive counties to be formed, cleburne county has proved to be a tourist mecca for the state.
Many of the names that have stuck with us through time recall those ferry days greers ferry lake, toad suck ferry, jenkins ferry and beaver ferry among them. Heber springs, founded as a health resort and first called sugar loaf in the mid19th century, now serves as a gateway to greers ferry lake and the little red river. Whether youre traveling with friends, family, or even pets, vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and kitchens. Up to 90 days of daily highs, lows, and precipitation chances. Use these ideas for a road trip in louisiana that includes history and the beauty of the old south. Sugar loaf is just a few minutes from my front door and i love it. Top 20 best greers ferry lake, us vacation rentals. Located near the dam, the william carl garner visitor center opened in 1983 and provides visitors with stunning exhibits and facts about the dam. Choctaw marina fullservice resort on greers ferry lake. Sugar loaf mountain greers ferry lake, arkansas see more.
Browse the most recent greers ferry, arkansas obituaries and condolences. Greers ferry lake is displayed on the greers ferry usgs quad topo map. To request information about the greers ferry, arkansas area and receive a free fullcolor brochure and newcomers guide with information about area businesses, please complete the form below. The agfc in cooperation with the us army corps of engineers, plant food plots, constructs or maintains. The management area consists of the corps land that is above the conservation pool. Fish greers ferry, located in heber springs, ar, is owned and operated by cody s. Book your stay with choice hotels and rest easy knowing you can cancel or modify. The new city, incorporated in 1968, was built on the north shore of greers ferry lake stretching from the. Know whats coming with accuweathers extended daily forecasts for greers ferry, ar. Northbound on us hwy 65 from little rockconway, i40 travel north on us hwy 65 towards clinton turn right onto us hwy 330 e at the choctaw intersection 4 mi. Behind that structure dedicated in 1963 by the late president john f. We invite you to come visit us and enjoy the beauty, wildlife, trails, and nature. With over 40,000 acres of crystal clear water that is perfect for fishing, scuba diving, waterskiing, and boating, it is no wonder that greers ferry has become one of arkansas most popular tourist destinations for family vacations and group travel.
And lets not forget the white river that runs through central arkansas, and the. We also offer lakefront homes,lakeview homes,commercial property, and acreage. Please allow 24 weeks for delivery of your brochure. Greers ferryarea historical tornado activity is slightly above arkansas state average. Our history fairfield bay, arkansas greers ferry lake. He was right after the lake filled, tourism boomed, many businesses opened and reopened, and greers ferry lake became one of. If you are looking for great fishing excitement give me a call. Corps of engineers completed the 31,500acre lake in 1963, and president john f. Greers ferry lake heber springs real estate 63 homes. Greers ferry, ar real estate greers ferry homes for sale. The beach has clean public restrooms, a nice parking lot, and a picnic area with a small park. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. Kennedy came to heber springs in october of that year for the dedication. Our guide service calls the waters of greers ferry lake and the little red river its home.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Ive been a guide for hire since 1994 and have been fishing this lake since 1965. Anyone who is interested in visiting greers ferry lake can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. Arkansas family side trip greers ferry lake explore. I am a guide on the little red river as well as greers ferry lake out of lindseys resort in heber springs. Greers ferry lake water level including historical chart. Greers ferry lake is in the reservoirs category for cleburne county in the state of arkansas. Greers ferry lake is considered one of the cleanest and most beautiful in the world, and gives its visitors opportunities to camp, hike, swim, boat, ski, fish, and sightsee. A partnership between you, greers ferry lake trail council 501c3 non profit and the city of heber springs. Welcome to greers ferry lake little rock district website.