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Panther Bay Public Use Area Access

Panther Bay Recreation Area offers convenient access to central Norfork Lake with two boat launch ramps, a swim beach, and 15 campsites with electric hookups.

The wooded park features restrooms with showers, a picnic shelter, playground, and serves as a trailhead for David's Trail, a 17-mile hiking route with lake viewpoints.

Located between Highway 62 and 101 bridges near Henderson, it provides quick access to both highway systems while offering full amenities for camping and water recreation.


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