Facility Activities

An estimated 50,000 people visit the hatchery annually for the opportunity to see a close-up view of the fish production process. The public is invited to take a self-guided tour of the outdoor raceways viewing fish of many sizes.

Additional activities in the local area: 

  • Camping at the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers JFK or Dam Site campgrounds.
  • Fishing on the Little Red River and Greers Ferry Lake.
  • Boating and swimming on Greers Ferry Lake.
  • Hiking the Sugarloaf Mountain trails, Heber Springs, AR.
Fish viewing
Fish viewing is available at a number of FWS facilities in the form of aquariums, tanks, and streams.
Birding
From bald eagles to spoonbills, from condors to puffins, birds abound on national wildlife refuges. Refuges provide places for birds to nest, rest, feed and breed making them world-renown for their birding opportunities.
Wildlife watching
Many refuges champion wildlife viewing as a key recreational activity.
Hiking
The Refuge System offers hundreds of miles of refreshing trails and boardwalks. Whether you want a short, easy walk or a challenging hike, you’re likely to find what you want. Some trails are paved and universally accessible. Some trails include displays on visual arts, local history and culture or environmental education.