08/07/2025
Peel finally made the map! lol
🌟Dear Visitors🌟
Welcome to the Lead Hill/Diamond City, Arkansas area!
If you happened to see our post from last month, you’ll remember that we took a trip up Hwy 7, starting in South Lead Hill, turned left/west onto Hwy 14, through Lead Hill, then up Hwy 7 N, all the way to Diamond City & Bull Shoals Lake. We highlighted businesses along the way that could help your visit if you found yourself in need of anything, from groceries to a haircut, to a piece of pie or a round of golf, to unique lodging or a boat rental.
This month, our trip is going to take us east on Hwy 14, and guess what? We’re going to end up at Bull Shoals Lake- again! A bit further east than where we were in Diamond City, but the ending has a surprise that you don’t want to miss!
We will start at the intersection of Hwy 14 & Hwy 7, where you will hang a right (if you’re coming up Hwy 7 from Harrison). Stay on Hwy 14 for just a little bit until you cross Deshields Creek, then you will take a left on Locust Road (aka Hwy 268).
Once you are on Hwy 268/Locust Rd, you will very shortly find yourself in the unincorporated community of Monarch. There’s not a lot of activity going on in this spot in the road, but you may see some cows that have gotten out of their fence!
Continuing on Hwy 268, you will soon come to the intersection of Hwy 268 and Hwy 125. You will take a left hand turn onto Hwy 125.
As we continue on our trip, you will shortly find yourself in the town of Peel, AR. Like many small towns and unincorporated communities in Arkansas, Peel used to be a much busier place. Now, in addition to a post office and some churches, it is home to locals and lake loving vacationers.
About 1 mile from the volunteer fire station, up Hwy 125 on the right hand side of the road, you will come upon the most unusual homestead. It is part garden, part home apothecary, and part goat & chicken farm. It’s the Ozarks Church of Nature and Magical Food Forest! You have to stop in and see this absolutely unique place that has been transformed into a haven for those seeking a more natural way of eating and living. Here, you can experience life on a working herb farm, and foraging for medicinal plants. The owner also has plans to create an outdoor venue for gatherings and parties- tea party, anyone? Make sure you don’t miss this one of a kind place! You won’t regret it.
You’ll soon come to a T in the road and you’ll see some signs for Bull Shoals Lake. You can either turn left or right, but for this trip, let’s take a right hand turn first, which takes you to the Hwy 125 Campground, the Hwy 125 Marina and Anchor Pointe Resort. The marina is the host to periodic bass fishing tournaments, and can also fix you up if you need a boat or jet ski rental or fishing supplies. Across from the marina, is the Army Corp of Engineers’ Campground at Bull Shoals Lake. This campground is a favorite amongst outdoor enthusiasts due to its close proximity to the marina, yet it’s remote enough to feel secluded and tucked away without being completely cut off from civilization. The last stop on this loop, is Anchor Pointe Resort. Here you’ll find vintage cabin rentals, home cooked meals, and ice cream in the restaurant, and all the supplies you might need in their retail store. The resort sponsors several fishing tournaments throughout the year. And of course, we can’t forget the focal point of this whole place- the huge anchor sitting on the point, just past the campground. It’s a must see and offers great photo ops.
As we leave the campground/marina/resort area, we head to the last leg of our trip. The short road dead ends at the lake. But what’s that at the water’s edge, you ask? It’s the Peel Ferry! That’s right- a real ferry that takes you to the Missouri side of the lake. And it’s FREE to ride! If you haven't experienced it, you have to do this! Open daily from 7 AM to 6 PM, the Peel Ferry is the only operating public ferry left in Arkansas.
And finally….if you’ve visited and have decided that you need to come live here, we have several local realtors that would be happy to help you find your slice of lakeside heaven.
Enjoy your stay!
For more information about our area and businesses, check out our website:
https://www.lhdcchamber.com/
