Morning Watch: From a Quiet Kayak Moment to Fine Art

There are moments on Bella Vista’s lakes that never quite leave you. Not because they’re dramatic. Not because they’re rare. But because they’re wonderfully quiet. One such moment happened while I was kayaking on beautiful Lake Ann. I’ve kayaked all seven lakes in Bella Vista, and I think Lake Ann is the most beautiful. The … Read more

Lake Norwood Autumn Coasters – Bring Bella Vista Home

Bring the Beauty of Lake Norwood Home with Our New Autumn Coaster Set If you’ve ever stood beside Lake Norwood on a crisp autumn morning, you know there is something almost magical about it. The calm water becomes a mirror, reflecting brilliant reds, oranges, and golds as the Ozark trees put on one of nature’s … Read more

Lake Norwood

Lake Norwood at Sunrise

Lake Norwood is a small lake at 33 acres. Its shoreline is less crowded, and there are nice forests along its shore. It is one of the deepest lakes in Bella Vista, at 79 feet, and offers great fishing. It’s a no-wake lake with a boat ramp and 2 boat/fishing docks, along a levee that … Read more

Welcome

Photo of Lake Norwood in fog with fisherman by Dave Melear

Welcome to Bella Vista Outdoors! Bella Vista Outdoors was created to celebrate the natural beauty, outdoor adventures, wildlife, and photography opportunities found in Bella Vista, Arkansas, and throughout the Ozarks. Whether you’re a long-time resident, a newcomer, a visitor planning a trip, or simply someone who loves nature, you’ll find stories, photographs, local discoveries, and … Read more