Lake Ouachita Road Trip (Oct 3/4)

[Timeliner]

But do they allow any Cussin' , Spitin' & Belchin' at those places ????

 

[scubatexastony]

But do they allow any Cussin' , Spitin' & Belchin' at those places ????

You forgot FARTIN'

 

[scubatexastony]

So what are we looking at money-wise per person?

I hope this does not get too high for me. Normally it's not an issue, but I just bought all the wife's gear, so the taps are a bit dry atm.

Layne, Brandon, and Charlie & Donna are planning to camp out, John originally planned on camping ($10-12/night), so I don't think we'll have enough to share the $760 for the Brady House, even IF it's available.

So you're looking at 350 plus tax and gas, say 425 or so by 6 or 7 divers.....
60-70 bucks for all the diving you can get done in a day and a half + ~20 bucks for camping.


~tony

 

[heavyjeffd]

Okay, that's cool.

As lame as it sounds, I have a budget of about $150 for the trip.

Well assuming I pay my mortgage before we go...

hahaha

 

[scubatexastony]

I think Tony beat me to this; but here goes.
There is the Spillway Resort and Marina. They are right down the road from Brady Mountain. Gena and I drove between Brady and the Spillway for our weekend events at the beginning of September. It's an easy drive between the two locations.

Spillway Resort and Marina
501-767-2997

The spillway is located right next to the dam. The State Park is just to the east of the dam. I still don't have any prices. I think this is the same location as Tony describes above. I hope this helps. This is all of the information I have.

Crystal Springs might be another possibility to look into.

You are correct, John, 'cept I called the toll free number.

Spillway Marina recommends a 30' boat for 6 or 7 divers...they don't do 24 hour rentals, or rent to folks camping on islands, told her we'd be at Brady Mt. Resort and campgrounds.
It would be a day(205) plus half day(145) rental cost... i.e. 8am sat to noon sun
$350

EVA said she was closing soon, but will be open 9-5 tomorrow..
1-800-525-2516

K-Valve, I left a message on your voice mail, but here's the info if you check in here first. Like Richerso said, it's close; about 8 or so miles by road and 2 or so miles by water from Brady Mountain.

 

[richerso]

OK, so my current interpretation: Looks like we can get a boat at the Spillway. Gena and I are still planning on bunking with the group. At this point, that sounds like we're back at the Firehouse. I think this is what's happening.

 

[richerso]

Just did some research on Crystal Springs Resort and Marina. They do rent boats at this time of year; but they don't rent pontoon boats and for the mansionboats they do have, the prices are not diver friendly. :shocked2:

Oh well.
Welcome to Crystal Springs Resort

 

[richerso]

OK, Lake Ouachita State Park web site says:

21 ft. barge ----- $175/$135 .... full day/half day rental
25 ft. barge ----- $215/$150 .... full day/half day rental

To reach the park office or make campsite reservations call (501) 767-9366
Marina & Boat Rentals: Lake Ouachita State Park

Site does not say anything about seasonal availability

 

[Foo]

Well, the verdict is finally in on the Foo clan, we will be unable to make this trip. Bummer, but yall can manage to have a big time without us, I'm sure... sniff...

We may be able to make it out to CSSP one day that weekend, but are unable to be gone all weekend. I will be wearing my 7mm at CSSP in your honor. Happy and safe diving!

 

[scubatexastony]

OK, Lake Ouachita State Park web site says:

21 ft. barge ----- $175/$135 .... full day/half day rental
25 ft. barge ----- $215/$150 .... full day/half day rental

To reach the park office or make campsite reservations call (501) 767-9366
Marina & Boat Rentals: Lake Ouachita State Park

Site does not say anything about seasonal availability

The 30 footer at Spillway is 205/145... 15 cheaper,available, and a lot closer, also will be big enough for 6 or 7 divers. I talked to John today and gave him the info. He's been pretty busy, and hadn't checked in on the scubaboard.