Guide to the Diamond Lakes

Family attractions cover the five counties of the Diamond Lakes Region. The five Diamond Lakes - called that as much for the crystal clear water as for the diamond-bearing and quartz-rich areas in which they are found - are Lakes Ouachita and Hamilton at Hot Springs, Lake Catherine near Malvern, Lake Greeson between Glenwood and Murfreesboro, and DeGray Lake at Arkadelphia. The lakes spread like jewels across the Ouachita Mountains, inviting visitors to sample fishing, boating, and other on-the-water adventures. Naturally, resorts and marinas are in abundance.

Among the places to visit are Clark County - Two Rivers Country, Garland County - The Hot Springs Experience, Hot Spring County - Brick Capital of the World, Montgomery County - Crystal Country & Outdoor Paradise, and Pike County - Diamond Splash Country.

Our other landmarks are known around the world. The Diamond Lakes area and Hot Springs National Park draw throngs of visitors to a long list of attractions that includes the Spa City's naturally thermal water, historic Bathhouse Row and Oaklawn Park thoroughbred horse racing track. The Crater of Diamonds State Park near Murfreesboro is famous as the only place in North America where you can hunt for diamonds and keep any you find. But for a total "Diamond Lakes experience," take a back road and enjoy all that the beautiful Ouachita Mountains countryside and our little communities have to offer.

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