Chamber of Commerce
2nd and Combs
(1914 Presbyterian Church)

Closed for the Winter

Tourism and History
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     With the most scenic site on the White River, three miles of river frontage for fantastic fishing and a  historic downtown   being renovated, Cotter is a wonderful place to vacation, shop or live.

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     The Cotter Area Chamber of Commerce is a diverse mix of individuals from river guides to retailers, restaurants to relocation, committed to the betterment of Cotter and her people.       

     Cotter is poised for a major step forward. The members of the Cotter Area Chamber of Commerce are actively promoting small businesses, artists and artisans, tourism-related businesses, medical, professional and other service providers, and light industrial companies, such as the newly built Contractor's Truss Systems, who wish to locate in Cotter.

     Our members are interested in the revitalization of our historic downtown area and the rehabilitation of the buildings there. In addition, we help promote fishing events through the year. Cotter has been officially designated by the Arkansas Legislature as Trout Capital USA, and, as possibly the best fishing spot in the Ozarks, truly deserves the title.

The Great Cotter Trout Festival

     Each year the Cotter Chamber hosts the "The Great Cotter Trout Festival" at Big Spring Park which celebrates world class trout fishing and safe boating in the Cotter area. Major sponsors have included the North Arkansas Fly Fishers, Mid-South Fly Fishers, Rod and Reel Fishing Club, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Great food, entertainment and arts and crafts exhibits round out an outstanding family attraction. The next  "Great Cotter Trout Festival" is scheduled for April 17-18, 2009.

Other Chamber Programs

     Other Chamber initiatives include the annual scholarship program with Cotter Schools, City Wide Yard Sales, Hat's Off award for property improvement, and Easter Egg Hunt in Big Spring Park. 

The winner of the Cotter Area Chamber of Commerce 2006 annual Scholarship Award of $500 was Samantha Nelson who is enrolled at ASU in Jonesboro, AR.  Congratulations, Samantha!

New Businesses

     Some members are in the process of rejuvenating their business  buildings and homes. Additionally, we believe that there is a prime area for development outside the historic area along the US Highway 62/412 corridor.

     Members of the Cotter Area Chamber of Commerce offer complete vacation accommodations that are available year round. Cotter is blessed with the same natural splendor that captivated early settlers to this region one hundred years ago.

     Of course, our largest assets are the White River and the beauty of the surrounding area. Anglers come from all over the world at all times of year to test the rainbow and brown trout, while non-fishing visitors walk the nature  trails (one upriver, one downriver) or watch the kids swimming in the Big Spring. Always at the back of our minds is our historic designation of "Trout Capital, USA."

     Chamber meetings are held  the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 8:00 a.m. at the White Sands Restaurant for breakfast. If you're interested in helping Cotter freshen up a little, please join us there. For further information, write chamber@cotterarkansas.com  or call 870-435-4455.

     Officers for 2008 are Mo Mosley, President; Larry Barker, Vice President; Debbie Gamble, Secretary; and Beth Harmon, Treasurer.  We have an excellent board and good thing are planned for this year.