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OMW Norfork Lake Lodging, Fishing, & Recreation Directory
in the Twin Lakes Area of the Ozark Mountains near Mountain Home, Arkansas

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Norfork Lake is 15 minutes east of the city of Mountain Home, Arkansas.
The northern end of Norfork Lake extends into the Missouri Ozark Mountains where the North Fork of the White River flows into the lake. At the southern end at Norfork Dam, water flows back into the North Fork tailwater of the White River (called the Norfork River by locals). In between is some 500 miles of mostly undeveloped pristine Ozark forest shoreline.

Norfork Lake and the North Fork River are supreme year-around fisheries and outdoor recreation destinations. While tens of thousands of people vacation and fish here every year, the vastness of the area allows uncrowded action. The water, air, and lands are clean, and the crime level is one of the lowest in America. This part of the Ozark Mountains has a mild winter having many days warm enough for "shirt sleeve" activity. Spring and fall weather is some of the most beautiful of the year.

Flood Details - Area Fishing & Recreation Excellent Despite Spring 2008 Floods
With rare exception area lake and river resorts were not damaged by flooding this spring. Trout fishing remains excellent on the White and North Fork Rivers. Canoeing and fishing on the Buffalo river will be excellent this spring. Area road damage was minor.

Norfork and Bull Shoals lakes do have high water levels. Dock access in some locations may be limited but most docks can be accessed. Lake fishing will be excellent this spring, lake watersports this summer will not be affected. High water greatly enhances lake fish spawns.

Most resorts are not experiencing diminished dock services, a few are. Diminished dock services will be temporary. If you have concerns please call your favorite resort for details.

More Area Flood Details
A quick summary for the entire Twin Lakes Area

Norfork Lake Chamber of Commerce High Water Report
Get current information on lake access and activities. The fish are biting, the lake is in fine shape.

High Water RIver Trout Fishing is Fantastic. Watch Videos of Catching Big Trout On High Water
In this series of videos made in spring 2008 by pro guide David Capps you'll see that high water trout fishing on the White River is fantastic. And as David demonstrates, it is also safe. For those who enjoy fishing both Norfork and the White and North Fork Rivers, you are in for a real treat this year.

 

General Information about Norfork Lake

What's for the Kids to Do?
a short article saying why kids love to come to Norfork
See Norfork Lake
a panoramic photo tour showing what people enjoy doing here
About Norfork Lake
a summary of recreation pursuits and the best time of year to pursue them
Lake Map
shows Norfork Lake in relationship to towns and highways
Weather & Lake Level
Not just another link to popular weather sites, the OMW weather
report includes lake levels and barometric pressures. Updated every
two hours from the local aviation weather feeds.
Restaurants
a list of area dining facilities in nearby Mountain Home and around the lake

 

Norfork Lake & Ozark Mountains Vacation Ideas

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Spring & Summer Getaways
check here regularly for seasonal tourism offerings

One Night Stays Welcome All Year
Norfork Lake - Cozzens Country Cabins
1 & 2 bedrm cabins, very clean. 1 min. to main channel area of Norfork Lake, 10 min. to Mtn. Home. Many restaurants within 10 min. or less. Fishing & watersports close by.
22 Private Forested Acre Retreat
Norfork Lake - Rocking Chair Resort
4 different seasonal specials. Guests return because they enjoy our spacious seclusion that's close to town. Individual cabins, dock, swimming pool, rental boats, and great fishing. Central Norfork Lake location.
Bass, Crappie, Walleye, Stripers, Cats
Norfork Lake - Blackburn's Resort

Top-water bass, white bass and stripers start biting in early May. High water good for limb-lining catfish. No diminished services! Wireless internet, no price increases from 2007.
Fall Cabin & Boat Packages
Norfork Lake - Fish Fiddle Resort
Starting Aug 19th lodging & boat packages ranging from 1 bedroom cabins with 50hp boats to 4 bedroom cabins with a 22' deck boat. Other fall packages available without rental boats.
20-40% OFF Winter Fishing
White River, Cotter - His Place Resort
Get up to 40% off on lodging, guide services, boat rentals, and selected Fly & Tackle shop items. Winter days are mild, fishing is fantastic! Dining and Xmas shopping 10 minutes away.
The Child Friendly Family Resort
Norfork Lake - Blackburn's Resort

Large swimming pool, sandbox, swings, basketball hoop, flat yard with green grass all summer, pavilion next to pool & playground, 24 hr. gameroom, 20 activity play station, nature trail, wireless internet.
Fish Dine Shop Lodge $219 A Person
Anglers White River Resort near
Mountain View
-1 day trout fishing, 2 nights lodging, 4 meals - all for $219 per person. Other trout fishing specials from 1 to 3 days - $90 to $539 per person. Shop
for unique fishing gifts at onsite store too!
 

"How To" Fishing Norfork Lake Information

How To Win Norfork Lake Tournaments
What it takes to catch the winning weight
Norfork Lake Fishing Report
bass, stripers, crappie, catfish, walleye

Prime Time Fishing
as water temperatures warm bass patterns change

No Need To Go North For Walleye & Crappie
an article describing walleye and crappie fishing on Lake Norfork
Flexibility - The Key to Catching Lake Norfork Stripers
an article describing Lake Norfork striped bass fishing

Fins And Feathers
fishing and turkey hunting - in the same trip! - by Bob Marshall, Field & Stream magazine
Norfork Lake Spearfishing
get certified in a few days and fish a new way

Norfork Lake Spearfishing & Scuba Report
spearfishing action and general scuba conditions

Fisherman's Weather & Lake Level
Not just another link to popular weather sites, the OMW weather report
includes lake levels and barometric pressures. Updated every two hours
from the local aviation weather feeds.

 

Lodging

Norfork Lake Resort Directory
A list of Norfork Lake resorts with contact information and Web site links
Cottages & Vacation Rental Houses
A list of area vacation rentals with a little more privacy
Mountain Home Area Lodging
Major hotel chains & motels were you can find one night lodging during high season
Area RV Parks
a list of RV parks in the area

Last Minute Help Finding Lodging
Use this Urgent Lodging Request from if you are coming to Norfork Lake in 7 days or less and can't find lodging.

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Last Minute Lodging Reservation Assistance

OMW's Urgent Lodging Needs Request Form - Want to visit for a holiday but can't find lodging?
Submit an OMW Urgent Lodging Request Form. Area lodging facilities will phone or email you their openings within two hours or less. Please note! The Urgent Lodging Needs form is best used for travelers arriving within 7 days or less. For assistance later out than 7 days please use the standard OMW Request Information submission.

Recreation

What's for the Kids to Do?
a short article saying why kids love to come to Norfork
Marinas
Full service marinas offering complete watersport equipment sales, service, and rentals.
Day Hiking & Mtn. Biking
Pigeon Creek Trail System - 16 plus miles of stacked loop trails for hikers and bikers
Attractions
a list of Twin Lakes Area commercial attractions
Scuba Shops
a list of dive shops on and near Norfork

Season Activity Reports
OMW Spring and Fall reports keep you abreast of seasonal changes

Fall in the Ozarks!

Fall Foliage in the Ozarks
photos, driving tours, and foliage/activity report

Spring Bloom Report
For those who want to be here when the dogwoods, redbuds, wildflowers are blooming.

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Weather & Lake Level
Not just another link to popular weather sites, the OMW weather report includes lake levels and barometric pressures. Updated every two hours from the local aviation weather feeds.

 

At The Base of Norfork Lake Dam
Trout Fishing & Wild Trophy Trout

Many people enjoy fishing for trout on the White and North Fork Rivers for a day when staying on Norfork Lake. For a very special fishing treat, take your child trout fishing at Dry Run Creek.
See the big trout which have not been caught yet at:

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Spectacular Trout Power
One of the few places in the world where trout can be seen leaping like salmon. 75 digital images of White River System trophy rainbow, browns, and cutthroats in their struggle to leap the waterfalls at Dry Run Creek. Taken by Gary Cooley, OMW's photographer, these are real photos, not "PhotoShop" creations. There is excellent trout fishing just below the Norfork Lake dam. If you enjoy trout fishing you'll love these photos!

 

OMW Last Minute Lodging Reservation Assistance
Find lodging in high season and busy holidays through the cooperation of area lodging operators.
Use for Norfork Lake, Bull Shoals Lake, White & North Fork Rivers, and the lower Buffalo River areas.

I Need Lodging Help Fast !
The OMW Urgent Lodging Request Form for Visitors Arriving in 7 Days or Less

Coming for a busy holiday weekend but can't find lodging?  Submit this short assistance email form and your Urgent Lodging Request is instantly emailed out to several area lodging facilities. Lodging operators with openings will phone or email you right away. Travelers Please Note! - The OMW Urgent Lodging Request Form produces phone calls and emails from lodging facilities within an hour or less. You may have several operators contact you. If you do NOT want this level of attention, please use our standard form instead: Free Lodging, Recreation, & Fishing Information

 


 

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