Lake Windsor, reservoir in Benton County, Arkansas, United States
Lake Windsor is a large body of water in Bella Vista, Benton County, offering calm waters surrounded by trees and open spaces used mainly by residents. The lake features a boat ramp, docks for fishing, and nearby restrooms and picnic areas for visitors.
Lake Windsor was created as part of Bella Vista's development to provide water features for residents. The area was originally used by Osage and Delaware groups for hunting, and in the early 1900s it became a resort destination, marked by the creation of Lake Bella Vista in 1915.
Lake Windsor is part of Bella Vista's system of private lakes managed mainly by residents and their guests. The community has built traditions around spending weekends here, whether fishing for bass and catfish or watching sunsets paint the water in shades of pink and orange.
The lake offers easy access for various activities with a well-equipped boat ramp and docks that are especially busy during warm months. Visitors should know this is part of a private lake system managed mainly by residents, so access should be confirmed beforehand.
The lake sits in terrain marked by steep rises, valleys, and dense forests that create shaded spots near the water and open areas for family gatherings. Nearby Tanyard Creek Nature Trail offers birdwatching and photography opportunities with views of the lakes.
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