Monte Ne
Sunken resort - underwater monument visible
State: Arkansas
County: Benton County
Founded: 1901
Abandoned: 1930s
Monte Ne was a resort built by 'Coin' Harvey, who planned to build a pyramid to preserve civilization's knowledge. Before completion, he died and the resort failed. When Beaver Lake was created in 1966, most sank. At low water, his amphitheater and tower emerge from the lake.
Timeline
- 1901 - Resort Founded 'Coin' Harvey built resort.
- 1920s - Pyramid Plan Planned 130-foot pyramid for future.
- 1936 - Harvey Dies Plans incomplete. Resort failing.
- 1966 - Drowned Beaver Lake flooded the site.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Drought years (low water)
Difficulty: Easy when visible
Time Needed: 1 hour
Tips
- Visible at low water levels
- Amphitheater emerges during droughts
- Part of Beaver Lake recreation
- Check lake levels before visiting
Quick Facts
- Planned 130-foot pyramid for future civilizations
- Sunken resort emerges during droughts
- Built by famous 'Coin' Harvey
- Underwater monument visible at low water
Location
Address: Beaver Lake, Benton County, Arkansas
Coordinates: 36.3225, -93.98