Join Memphis at the lake!

Every summer we run trips to Greer's Ferry Lake, Heber Springs Arkansas. The Island Queen will be waiting for your along with all your friends from The Dive Shop and all your diving buddies.

The Island Queen is a 58 foot Dive/Houseboat with a 14 foot beam. She is powered by twin 350’s with cobra outdrives. She is also powered by a generator for our power needs.

A large forward and aft deck make for an easy storage and assembly area for divers.

The forward cabin has a seating area, VCR and TV which allows divers to take specialty classes with us at the lake.

The boat is equipped with a fully functional head (bathroom). The aft cabin houses the crew quarters.

Sun Lovers and Divers

The topside upper deck is open and is lined with chaise recliners. This is a great area to catch those warm rays.

A dive platform complete with tank racks and bench seats on the stern makes easy entry and exit for divers.

We visit several different site throughout the year but our most visited sites are large flat rock formations that are perfect for students and open water certifications. There are swimthroughs and wall type sites surrounding this area for other divers.

Dinner Cruise and Night Dive

Enjoy this 3 hour sunset cruise complete with dinner. Your crew takes great pride in preparing some of the finest food you’ve ever eaten. Be sure to bring your own beverages and $6.00 for food.

After enjoying dinner we will anchor at one of the best night dive spots on the lake for a one tank dive.

This is a great time to visit old friends, make new ones, and, of course, talk about diving.

Specialty Classes at the Lake

We will be teaching a select curriculum of specialty classes during the course of the weekend. This is an excellent opportunity to learn new skills.

Boat Diving
Navigation
Night & Limited Visibility
Spearfishing

Safety Equipment

The Island Queen is equipped with Oxygen, First Aid Equipment and trained staff. We do, in fact, try to avoid using them though.

Signing Up for a Weekend

Everyone interested in joining us for a weekend at the lake will need to come by The Dive Shop to reserve their space and pick up an Informational sheet for the weekend.

For those interested in joining us Saturday night for the dinner cruise, please bring $6.00 per person with you when you sign up so we can save you a place at our table.

The informational sheet will provide you with the rules of the boat as well as a packing list.

Marina and Lodging Numbers

Heber Springs Marina 1-501-362-9810

Campground Reservation Service 1-877-444-6777

Anderson B&B 1-501-362-5266

Red Apple 1-501-362-3111

River Ranch 1-501-362-9003

Driving Directions to Heber Springs from Memphis

1. Take I-40 through West Memphis to I55N

2. Take I-55N to Marion Exit Hwy 64 at Exit #10

3. Turn West (left) on Hwy 64 W to Bald Knob. As you approach the town of McCrory, watch for a speed trap.

4. Continue on Hwy 64 to Bald Knob.

5. Keep right and continue under the interstate.

6. Take immediate left after passing under viaduct onto I-67/167 South.

7. Take I-67/167 to Searcy (Exit #46). Exit onto Hwy 16 and take a Right.

8. Continue on Hwy 16 through town of Searcy - taking a right out of town remaining on Hwy16

9. Continue on Hwy 16 (winding road) to Pangburn - Careful - Must turn left at Pangburn to stay on Hwy 16 (watch for a speed trap)

10. Continue on Hwy 16 through more curves (careful through here).

11. Take a right on Hwy 25 (easy to miss - you come up on it quick after a curve).

12. Make a left onto Hwy 25 Bypass straight into town of Heber Springs to Hwy 110 (if you are driving up on Friday Night go to your lodging and follow step 12 in the morning).

13. Take Hwy 110 (left) at the stop light to Heber Springs State Park and Marina (about 2 or 3 miles from junction of Hwy 25 and Hwy110).

14. Turn right into park and follow signs to the marina.

15. The Island Queen will pick up all passengers at the main dock and gas station.

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