Lakes are in abundant in Arkansas which is often regarded as the haven for anglers, boaters and water sports enthusiasts can enjoy themselves. The 5 Diamond Lakes in Arkansas make up thousands of acres of clean, clear and recreational waters with miles of shoreline to revive your senses. Activities like fishing, skiing, swimming, floating, scuba diving, sailing and picnicking are popular activities at these Arkansas lakes. The 5 Arkansas Lakes that make up Diamond Lakes are Lake Ouachita and Lake Hamilton at Hot Springs, Lake Catherine near Malvern, Lake Greeson between Glenwood and Murfreesboro, and DeGray Lake at Arkadelphia. Similarly, with 1.6 million surface-acres, Lake Ouachita is the largest lake in the state of Arkansas, and is one of the state’s best vacation destinations.