Forest flanks the shores of Bull Shoals Lake in northwestern Arkansas sheltering serious fishermen in shimmering coves and clear waters popular with boaters, sailers and houseboaters.
Overnight camping is available in Pool 3 at Rising Star Park, located about 4 mi N of Linwood off US 65. Boat launching is also available in Trulock Park and Sheppard Island Park. Excellent fishing for catfish are found in the tailwaters of Joe Hardin Lock and Dam as well as Emmitt Sanders Lock and Dam at the upstream end of pool 3. Anglers also find excellent fishing for bass, crappie and bream.
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Joe Hardin Lock and Dam is located about 23 mi E of Pine Bluff.
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