# Newland's Lodge: full site text

> Newland's Lodge is a riverfront group of 8 independently owned vacation rentals (5 four-bedroom cabins and 3 units in the historic lodge) at 295 River Road in Lakeview, Arkansas, on the White River about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. Guests share a private boat dock, ramp and covered slips, and book directly with each owner. Bill Newland started guiding float and fishing trips here in 1954.

Source: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/ (last updated 2026-11-12). Short version: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/llms.txt

## Quick facts

- Address: 295 River Road, Lakeview, AR 72642, on the White River about 1.5 miles below Bull Shoals Dam
- Office phone: (870) 431-5678 (toll free (888) 216-0072). Email: newlandslodging@gmail.com
- Rentals: 8 independently owned (5 four-bedroom cabins and 3 units in the historic lodge)
- Nightly rates listed by the owners: $236–$423 per night
- Check-in 3 PM, check-out 11 AM. No pets.
- Shared private boat dock, ramp and covered slips for owners and guests
- Founded 1954 by Bill Newland as a float-and-fishing business
- Google rating: 4.8 from 92 reviews (as of 2026-11-04)
- Also known as: Newlands Lodge, Newland's Lodge on the White, Newland's Trout Fishing Lodge
- Website: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/ (formerly at newlands.com, which now redirects here)

## How booking works

Each rental is independently owned. Guests book directly with that rental's owner, by phone or through the owner's booking link. The site's request form sends a request for a specific rental only to that rental's owner, and a "not sure" request to every owner with room. Newland's adds no booking fees.

## The cabins

### Cabin 1

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/cabin-1
Owner: Ted & Elaine, 785-341-6698
Book: https://newlandswhiteriverlodges.lodgify.com/en/cabin1
Facts: 4 bedrooms; 2 baths; Sleeps 15; Beds: 10 beds + 2 sofa beds; From $325/night

The big one: four bedrooms and room for up to 15, with a riverfront porch you can step off of and start fishing.

Cabin 1 is the largest rental at Newland's: four bedrooms (a queen and a full, two with two queens each, and a full plus a twin) and two sofa beds in the living room. It's made for reunions and fishing groups.

The porch faces the White River. Walk off it to wade or bank fish, or take the boat down to the shared Newland's dock.

Amenities: Riverfront porch, walk off and fish; Private resort dock and boat access; Fireplace; Charcoal grill and fire pit; Washer and dryer; Dishwasher; Internet and cable TV; Central heat and air; Linens and supplies provided; Children welcome; No pets, no smoking

Q: How many people does Cabin 1 sleep?
A: Cabin 1 sleeps up to 15, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths (10 beds + 2 sofa beds).

Q: How much does Cabin 1 cost per night?
A: From $325/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Ted & Elaine when you book.

Q: How do I book Cabin 1?
A: Book directly with the owner, Ted & Elaine, through the booking link on this page or by calling 785-341-6698. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does Cabin 1 have a boat dock?
A: Cabin 1 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at Cabin 1?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

### Cabin 2

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/cabin-2
Owner: Andy, 318-245-4793
Book: https://evolve.com/vacation-rentals/us/ar/lakeview/528226
Facts: 4 bedrooms; 2 baths; Sleeps 8; Beds: 2 king, 4 queen; About $248–$423/night

Four bedrooms with two kings, tall gable windows, a covered deck and grills ready for a fish fry.

Cabin 2 sleeps eight: kings in two bedrooms and two queens in each of the other two. The gable-front living room opens onto a covered deck.

There's room to park a boat trailer, and the Newland's ramp and slips are a short walk away.

Amenities: Private dock and boat slip access; Covered deck; Wood-burning fireplace; Fire pit; Charcoal grills; Parking for an RV or boat trailer

Q: How many people does Cabin 2 sleep?
A: Cabin 2 sleeps up to 8, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths (2 king, 4 queen).

Q: How much does Cabin 2 cost per night?
A: About $248–$423/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Andy when you book.

Q: How do I book Cabin 2?
A: Book directly with the owner, Andy, through the booking link on this page or by calling 318-245-4793. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does Cabin 2 have a boat dock?
A: Cabin 2 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at Cabin 2?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

### Cabin 3

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/cabin-3
Owner: Andy, 318-245-4793
Book: https://evolve.com/vacation-rentals/us/ar/lakeview/546632
Facts: 4 bedrooms; 2 baths; Sleeps 10; Beds: 8 full, 1 twin; About $312/night

A cedar cabin with a stone chimney, a riverfront deck and room for ten.

Cabin 3 has four bedrooms with two full beds each (one adds a twin), so it sleeps ten. The deck looks out over the river.

Grill on gas or charcoal, then finish the night at the fire pit.

Amenities: Riverfront deck; Wood-burning fireplace; Gas and charcoal grills; Fire pit; Washer and dryer; Parking for 3 vehicles; Dock and ramp access

Q: How many people does Cabin 3 sleep?
A: Cabin 3 sleeps up to 10, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths (8 full, 1 twin).

Q: How much does Cabin 3 cost per night?
A: About $312/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Andy when you book.

Q: How do I book Cabin 3?
A: Book directly with the owner, Andy, through the booking link on this page or by calling 318-245-4793. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does Cabin 3 have a boat dock?
A: Cabin 3 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at Cabin 3?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

### Cabin 4 · The Boathouse

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/white-river-cabin-rental-the-boathouse
Owner: Mike, 928-301-9858
Book: https://theboathouseatbullshoals.com/book
Owner's website: https://theboathouseatbullshoals.com
Facts: 4 bedrooms; 2 baths; Sleeps 10; Beds: 2 king, 4 queen; 1,575 sq ft; $350/night

Mike's remodeled four-bedroom river cabin for up to ten, with its own direct-booking website.

The Boathouse is Mike's remodeled four-bedroom cabin on the Newland's riverbank: 1,575 square feet with two king and four queen beds, two full baths, and room for up to ten.

It's $350 a night for up to eight guests, with a two-night minimum. Book directly on Mike's own website, which shows live availability and the exact total with Arkansas lodging taxes.

Amenities: Waterfront on the White River; Full kitchen; Grill; Wi-Fi; Cable TV; Air conditioning and heat; Ceiling fans; Covered porch; Parking; Towels and linens included; Accessible shower seat; No pets, no smoking

Q: How many people does Cabin 4 · The Boathouse sleep?
A: Cabin 4 · The Boathouse sleeps up to 10, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths (2 king, 4 queen).

Q: How much does Cabin 4 · The Boathouse cost per night?
A: $350/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Mike when you book.

Q: How do I book Cabin 4 · The Boathouse?
A: Book directly with the owner, Mike, through the booking link on this page or by calling 928-301-9858. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does Cabin 4 · The Boathouse have a boat dock?
A: Cabin 4 · The Boathouse guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at Cabin 4 · The Boathouse?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

### Cabin 5

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/cabin-5
Owner: Sammy & Nancy, 214-621-3637
Book: https://newlandswhiteriverlodges.lodgify.com/en/cabin5
Facts: 4 bedrooms; 2 baths; Sleeps 8; Beds: 2 queen, 4 full; From $297/night

Renovated, with floor-to-ceiling windows, 50 feet from the riverbank and the Newland's dock.

Cabin 5 sits about 50 feet from the riverbank, and the dock, ramp and slips are just as close. Inside: floor-to-ceiling windows, a renovated kitchen, a fireplace and dining for eight.

It's the last cabin on the right past the A-frame lodge, at the quiet end of the gravel road. Guests mention Sammy and Nancy's local fishing tips in their reviews.

Amenities: About 50 ft from the riverbank; Steps to the dock, ramp and slips; Floor-to-ceiling river windows; Renovated kitchen; Fireplace; Dining for 8; Laundry; Fire pit; Covered deck

Q: How many people does Cabin 5 sleep?
A: Cabin 5 sleeps up to 8, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths (2 queen, 4 full).

Q: How much does Cabin 5 cost per night?
A: From $297/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Sammy & Nancy when you book.

Q: How do I book Cabin 5?
A: Book directly with the owner, Sammy & Nancy, through the booking link on this page or by calling 214-621-3637. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does Cabin 5 have a boat dock?
A: Cabin 5 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at Cabin 5?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

## The White River Lodge units

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/properties

The historic three-story lodge at the heart of Newland's, split into three units, one per floor, each with its own entrance. Its decks face the river and it's steps from the shared dock and ramp.

### White River Lodge, Unit 1

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/properties#unit-1
Owner: Adam, 870-321-5309
Book: https://www.campspot.com/book/copperjohnresort/site/40785
Facts: 1 bedroom; Sleeps 6; About $236/night

Ground floor, closest to the water. About 1,200 sq ft with a large private porch.

Q: How many people does White River Lodge, Unit 1 sleep?
A: White River Lodge, Unit 1 sleeps up to 6, with 1 bedroom.

Q: How much does White River Lodge, Unit 1 cost per night?
A: About $236/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Adam when you book.

Q: How do I book White River Lodge, Unit 1?
A: Book directly with the owner, Adam, through the booking link on this page or by calling 870-321-5309. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does White River Lodge, Unit 1 have a boat dock?
A: White River Lodge, Unit 1 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at White River Lodge, Unit 1?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

### White River Lodge, Unit 2

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/properties#unit-2
Owner: Adam, 870-321-5309
Book: https://www.campspot.com/book/copperjohnresort/site/40701
Facts: 2 baths; Sleeps 6; About $267/night

Middle floor. Over 1,500 sq ft with a 180° deck and river views, two full baths and parking for three.

Q: How many people does White River Lodge, Unit 2 sleep?
A: White River Lodge, Unit 2 sleeps up to 6, with 2 baths.

Q: How much does White River Lodge, Unit 2 cost per night?
A: About $267/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Adam when you book.

Q: How do I book White River Lodge, Unit 2?
A: Book directly with the owner, Adam, through the booking link on this page or by calling 870-321-5309. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does White River Lodge, Unit 2 have a boat dock?
A: White River Lodge, Unit 2 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at White River Lodge, Unit 2?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

### White River Lodge, Unit 3

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/properties#unit-3
Owner: Adam, 870-321-5309
Book: https://www.campspot.com/book/copperjohnresort/site/40702
Facts: 2 bedrooms; Sleeps 6; About $267/night

Top floor, under the A-frame peak. Two bedrooms (one with its own bath), private balconies and a jetted tub.

Q: How many people does White River Lodge, Unit 3 sleep?
A: White River Lodge, Unit 3 sleeps up to 6, with 2 bedrooms.

Q: How much does White River Lodge, Unit 3 cost per night?
A: About $267/night, as listed by the owner. Rates change with the season, the length of stay and the size of your group, so confirm your total with Adam when you book.

Q: How do I book White River Lodge, Unit 3?
A: Book directly with the owner, Adam, through the booking link on this page or by calling 870-321-5309. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Does White River Lodge, Unit 3 have a boat dock?
A: White River Lodge, Unit 3 guests share Newland's private boat ramp, dock and covered slips on the White River, about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. They're for Newland's owners and guests only.

Q: What are check-in and check-out times at White River Lodge, Unit 3?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Pets aren't allowed.

## Dock rules

- The dock, ramp and slips are for Newland's owners and guests only.
- Children under 18 must be with an adult at all times.
- No gas containers left on the dock.
- Never enter another guest's boat without permission.
- Take your trash with you and use your cabin's trash can.
- No swimming: the water is cold and the current and depth change fast.

## The White River below Bull Shoals Dam

Page: https://newlandslodgeonthewhite.com/white-river-below-bull-shoals-dam

- Bull Shoals Dam: About 1.5 miles upstream, a 7-minute drive
- Trout: Rainbow and brown, stocked since 1955
- You'll need: Arkansas fishing license + trout permit
- Water temperature: Cold all year, about 50–62°F most days
- Is the water on?: SWPA schedule or 866-494-1993
- State park: Bull Shoals-White River, 3 minutes away

### Trout fishing below Bull Shoals Dam

The White River below Bull Shoals Dam is a cold tailwater trout river. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has stocked rainbow and brown trout here regularly since 1955, a few years after the dam was finished.

Newland's sits on this water about a mile and a half below the dam. You can bank fish from the grounds, or launch at the private ramp and fish from a boat without trailering anywhere.

How you fish depends on the water. When the dam is generating, the river runs higher and faster and most anglers drift from a boat. When the generators are off, the river drops and the gravel bars and shoals open up for wading.

Sources: AGFC: Bull Shoals tailwater (https://www.agfc.com/fishing/where-to-fish/trout-waters/bull-shoals-tailwater/)

### Licenses, trout permits and limits

Anyone 16 or older needs an Arkansas fishing license, plus a trout permit to fish the tailwater below Bull Shoals Lake. Nonresidents can buy a 1-day ($15), 3-day ($30) or annual ($60) license and a $20 trout permit; residents pay $10.50 for the license and $10 for the permit.

Buy licenses online from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission before you arrive. The rules below are the AGFC's as of 2026. They change, sometimes mid-season, so check the current regulations before you fish.

- From the dam down to Norfork Access, keep no more than 2 rainbow trout a day, 14 inches or shorter, and release every other trout. AGFC says this limit stays in place until further notice.
- No fishing, boating or wading within 100 yards of the dam.
- February 1 to October 31: the Bull Shoals Dam Catch-and-Release Area, from 100 yards below the dam to the state park's upstream boundary, is artificial lures or flies only, barbless hooks, no natural or scented bait, and every trout goes back.
- November 1 to January 31: the river from 100 yards below the dam to the wing dike at the state park trout dock is closed to fishing and wading, and brown trout must be released from the wing dike to the park's downstream boundary.
- Between 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise, only rainbow trout may be kept.

Sources: AGFC: license fees (https://www.agfc.com/resources/licensing/fishing-license-descriptions-and-fees/); AGFC: 2-rainbow limit (July 2026) (https://www.agfc.com/?p=20842); AGFC trout code N1.03 (May 2026) (https://agfc.app.public.esper.com/policy-library-documents/application/pdf/572a46358bf9e93a16a09460f5281f834518d105c7cf35d9d70f96d3a1855c31)

### Generation schedule and water levels

Bull Shoals Dam releases water to make electricity, and the river below it can rise fast once the generators start. Check the schedule before you wade or anchor.

The Southwestern Power Administration posts each day's projected generation by the hour, and you can hear it by phone at 866-494-1993. The schedule can change, and the Corps of Engineers sometimes releases water for other reasons. At full power the dam can release about 26,400 cubic feet of water per second.

MountainHomeArkansas.com shows today's schedule with live lake and river levels from the Corps, SWPA and USGS, updated every 30 minutes.

- Wade only when the dam isn't generating, and keep an eye on the water line.
- If the water starts rising, head for the bank right away.
- No swimming at the Newland's dock: the water is cold and changes quickly.

Sources: SWPA generation schedules (https://www.energy.gov/swpa/generation-schedules); MountainHomeArkansas.com lake levels (https://mountainhomearkansas.com/lake-levels); City of Lakeview (https://cityoflakeviewar.gov/about/view/36)

### How cold is the river?

Cold, all year. The tailwater near Newland's runs about 50 to 62°F on most days, which is why trout thrive here and why swimming isn't a good idea.

The USGS gauge about half a mile from Newland's recorded daily averages from about 42°F to 63°F over the past five years. Bring layers for the boat, even in summer.

Sources: USGS gauge 07054527 (https://waterdata.usgs.gov/monitoring-location/07054527/)

## Drive times from Newland's

- Bull Shoals-White River State Park: about 0.8 miles, 3 min
- Bull Shoals Dam: about 2.1 miles, 7 min
- Mountain Home (downtown): about 16 miles, 32 min
- Cotter: about 17 miles, 34 min
- Branson, MO: about 81 miles, 1 hr 50 min
- Springfield, MO: about 124 miles, 2 hr 45 min
- Little Rock: about 148 miles, 3 hr 40 min
- Baxter County Airport (BPK), Mountain Home: about 10 miles, 23 min
- Branson Airport (BKG): about 84 miles, 2 hr 10 min
- Springfield-Branson National (SGF): about 132 miles, 2 hr 55 min
- Northwest Arkansas National (XNA): about 138 miles, 3 hr 5 min
- Clinton National, Little Rock (LIT): about 152 miles, 3 hr 45 min

## Things to do nearby

- Bull Shoals-White River State Park (About 3 minutes): Camping, hiking and mountain-bike trails, and a riverside marina and store that rents john boats, canoes and kayaks (the marina closes December and January). Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/bull-shoals-white-river-state-park; official site: https://www.arkansas.com/state-parks/parks/bull-shoals-white-river-state-park
- Bull Shoals Dam & visitor center (About 7 minutes): See the dam from above and visit the state park visitor center on the overlook, with exhibits and a theater. Highway 178 across the dam sometimes closes for a few days for maintenance. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/bull-shoals-dam; official site: https://www.arkansas.com/state-parks/parks/bull-shoals-white-river-state-park
- Bull Shoals Lake (Just above the dam): The big clear-water reservoir above the dam, for boating, bass fishing, camping, paddling and diving. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/explore/bull-shoals-lake
- Bull Shoals Caverns & Mountain Village 1890: A guided cave tour (the cave stays about 59°F) and a recreated 1890s Ozark village in Bull Shoals. Seasonal hours, so call 870-445-7177 before you go. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/bull-shoals-caverns; official site: https://bullshoalscaverns.com
- Cotter & Big Spring Park (About 35 minutes): The river town that calls itself Trout Capital U.S.A.: a spring-fed swimming hole, riverfront walk, boat launch and a Saturday farmers market from May to October. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/big-spring-park-cotter-bridge; official site: https://www.cotterar.gov/parks
- Rim Shoals Trail: A short riverside trail to one of the White River's best-known shoals, with a year-round catch-and-release area. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/rim-shoals-trail-white-river; official site: https://www.agfc.com/things-to-do/nature-trails/rim-shoals-trail/
- Norfork National Fish Hatchery: Walk the trout raceways below Norfork Dam. Dry Run Creek next door is reserved for young and mobility-impaired anglers. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/norfork-national-fish-hatchery
- Buffalo National River: America's first national river: 135 free-flowing miles of paddling, hiking, camping and limestone bluffs. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions/buffalo-national-river; official site: https://www.nps.gov/buff/index.htm
- Mountain Home (About 30 minutes): The nearest bigger town, for restaurants, groceries, shopping and the area's events. Local guide: https://mountainhomearkansas.com/explore/mountain-home; official site: https://enjoymountainhome.com

MountainHomeArkansas.com is the local guide to the Bull Shoals, Mountain Home and Twin Lakes area: attractions, events, live lake levels and dam generation, and local businesses. Start at https://mountainhomearkansas.com/
- [Live lake levels & dam generation](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/lake-levels): Is the water on? Today's Bull Shoals Dam generation schedule and White River conditions, updated every 30 minutes.
- [Things to do near Bull Shoals](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/attractions): Caverns, the dam visitor center, state parks, marinas, trails and more.
- [Events this week](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/events): Festivals, live music, markets and fishing events around the Twin Lakes.
- [Lakeview, Arkansas guide](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/towns/lakeview): Our hometown: local businesses, events and outdoor recreation.
- [White River visitor guide](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/explore/white-river): Public access, guides, camping and how the dam-controlled river changes.
- [Fishing the Twin Lakes & White River](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/activities/fishing): Trout, bass and striper trips, licenses and water conditions.
- [Local restaurants & businesses](https://mountainhomearkansas.com/directory): Where to eat, fly shops, guides, groceries and services nearby.

## Frequently asked questions

### Location and getting here

Q: Where is Newland's Lodge?
A: At 295 River Road, Lakeview, Arkansas 72642, on the White River about a mile and a half below Bull Shoals Dam. It's about 3 minutes from Bull Shoals-White River State Park and about 30 minutes from Mountain Home.

Q: How far is Newland's Lodge from Bull Shoals Dam?
A: About 1.5 miles downstream as the crow flies, or a 7-minute drive of about 2 miles.

Q: What's the nearest airport to Newland's Lodge?
A: Baxter County Airport (BPK) in Mountain Home is about 23 minutes away. The nearest larger airports are Branson (BKG, about 2 hours 10 minutes), Springfield-Branson National (SGF, about 3 hours) and Northwest Arkansas National (XNA, about 3 hours). Little Rock (LIT) is about 3 hours 45 minutes.

Q: What is there to do near Bull Shoals Dam besides fishing?
A: Bull Shoals-White River State Park has trails, camping and boat, canoe and kayak rentals. You can visit the dam overlook and visitor center, boat Bull Shoals Lake, tour Bull Shoals Caverns and Mountain Village 1890, spend a day at Cotter's Big Spring Park, or paddle the Buffalo National River. MountainHomeArkansas.com lists local attractions, restaurants and this week's events.

### Booking and the cabins

Q: How do I book a cabin at Newland's Lodge?
A: Each of the 8 rentals is owned by a different family, and you book directly with that owner. Open a cabin's page and use its booking button, or call the owner. Not sure which cabin fits? Send one request with your dates and group size and it goes to every owner with room at the same time. Newland's adds no booking fees.

Q: Is Newland's Lodge a resort?
A: It started in 1954 as Bill Newland's float-and-fishing business and grew into a riverfront fishing resort. Today its cabins and lodge units belong to different owners who share the grounds, the private dock and the boat ramp, so it works like a small resort where you book with each owner.

Q: How many people can stay at Newland's Lodge?
A: The 8 rentals sleep about 69 people in all. The 5 four-bedroom cabins sleep 8 to 15 each (Cabin 1 is the biggest), and the 3 lodge units sleep up to 6 each. Reunions and fishing groups can rent several side by side and share the dock.

Q: How much does a cabin cost per night?
A: Each owner sets their own rates. Listed nightly rates run from about $236 to $423, depending on the rental and the dates. Check the owner's booking page for the exact total for your stay.

Q: What are the check-in and check-out times?
A: Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM. Your cabin's owner confirms the details for your stay.

Q: Are pets allowed?
A: No. Pets aren't allowed in any of the Newland's rentals.

Q: Do the cabins have kitchens?
A: Yes. The rentals have fully equipped kitchens, so you can cook your catch or feed a big group, and the cabins have fireplaces and grills. Each cabin's page lists its own amenities.

### Fishing the White River

Q: What kind of trout are in the White River below Bull Shoals Dam?
A: Rainbow and brown trout. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has stocked the Bull Shoals tailwater regularly since 1955.

Q: Do I need a fishing license and a trout permit?
A: Yes. Anyone 16 or older needs an Arkansas fishing license, plus a trout permit to fish the tailwater below Bull Shoals Lake. Nonresidents can buy a 1-day ($15), 3-day ($30) or annual ($60) license and a $20 trout permit; residents pay $10.50 and $10. Buy them online from the AGFC.

Q: How many trout can I keep below Bull Shoals Dam?
A: From the dam to Norfork Access, the 2026 limit is 2 rainbow trout a day, 14 inches or shorter, and every other trout must be released. Parts of the river near the dam are catch-and-release or closed at certain times of year. Check the current AGFC regulations before you fish.

Q: How do I know if Bull Shoals Dam is generating?
A: Check the Southwestern Power Administration's generation schedule or call 866-494-1993. MountainHomeArkansas.com also shows today's schedule and live river levels, updated every 30 minutes. The river can rise quickly once generation starts.

Q: How cold is the White River below Bull Shoals Dam?
A: Cold all year: about 50 to 62°F on most days, according to the USGS gauge about half a mile from Newland's. Bring layers for the boat, even in summer.

Q: Can I fish from the property?
A: Yes. The grounds run down to the White River for bank fishing, and some cabins have porches you can walk off to reach the water. Wade only when the river is low and the dam isn't generating.

### The dock and the river

Q: Can I bring my own boat to Newland's Lodge?
A: Yes. Newland's has its own private boat ramp, dock and covered slips for Newland's owners and guests only, so you can launch and tie up steps from your cabin. Ask your cabin's owner about a slip for your dates.

Q: Can you swim off the Newland's dock?
A: No. Swimming isn't allowed at the dock. The water below Bull Shoals Dam stays cold all year, and its depth and current change quickly when the dam releases water.

## History

Bill Newland started Newland's Float, Fishing and Camping trips in 1954. He had come down from the Bolivar, Missouri area to fish the White River, and that is where the idea for the business was born.

Armed with handmade lures, a small piece of riverfront property and an agriculture degree from the University of Missouri, Bill set out to make his dream real. After teaching farming to servicemen returning from World War II, Bill and his wife Louise settled on the river and began guiding trips on nearby Bull Shoals Lake. That grew into Newland's Float and Fishing.

In the early days Newland's offered guided fishing trips, and Bill and the other guides helped guests set up camp on the riverbank. Thanks to Louise, every guest was treated like family. That Southern hospitality, paired with some of the best fishing in the country, turned Bill's vision into a lasting business.

After Bill passed away in 1974, his son Charles took over. Louise and Charles expanded beyond camping trips, buying more acreage and adding lodging as they could afford it.

## Contact

Newland's Lodge, 295 River Road, Lakeview, AR 72642
Office (870) 431-5678; toll free (888) 216-0072; newlandslodging@gmail.com
Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Newland's+Lodge,+295+River+Rd,+Lakeview,+AR+72642/@36.3454971,-92.5874166,17z
- Cabin 1: Ted & Elaine, 785-341-6698
- Cabin 2: Andy, 318-245-4793
- Cabin 3: Andy, 318-245-4793
- Cabin 4 · The Boathouse: Mike, 928-301-9858
- Cabin 5: Sammy & Nancy, 214-621-3637
- White River Lodge, Unit 1: Adam, 870-321-5309
- White River Lodge, Unit 2: Adam, 870-321-5309
- White River Lodge, Unit 3: Adam, 870-321-5309