In its heavy pine forest within site of the dam, Iron Mountain has received light to moderate visitation since becoming operational in 1974. Clark County Marina opened in 1979, giving an added dimension to water-oriented use in the area. Arlie Moore Arlie Moore is one of the most popular campgrounds on the lake because of ease of access from Highway 7, located about midway of the lake, gentle terrain and appealing pine and hardwood setting, and lack of a reasonable alternative from 1974 until 1977 for a comparable location and features. Edgewood Edgewood first opened for camping in 1977 and offers an alternative to the heavy use sometimes experienced at Arlie Moore. Accessible over one mile of gravel road, Edgewood and Caddo Drive are still in the discovery phase for new and repeat visitors to the lake.
Boat ramp is available about one mile north over paved roads in the Caddo Drive area.
A tree-covered ridge ending abruptly on a rock bluff at the west end of the area offers one of the most inspiring views on the entire lake. Shouse Ford Shouse Ford is characterized by its location at the upper end of the lake and its accessibility in terms of distance from populated areas and State Highway 7 and Interstate 30. Usewise, it ranks with Arlie Moore as a favorite for campers since opening in 1974. One hundred camp sites are available on gently rolling terrain, shaded by pine and hardwood trees. Fishing in the protected coves, open water, and narrow confines of the Caddo River entering the lake are all within a short distance of the area.