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Arkansas is a year-round bass and crappie state built on oxbow lakes, the Arkansas River system and the white bass runs of its tailwaters.
Arkansas River · Lake Conway
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The score on each city card is computed from the local weather forecast for today. Open a city page for the full seven-day outlook, factor breakdown and recommended windows. Fishing rules in Arkansas vary by water type and season, so always check the current regulations before you go.
Seasonally, Arkansas's strongest month across 2 years of recorded weather at Little Rock is July — 97% of its days rate Good or better — and December is the weakest at 15%. That is roughly 206 good days a year. See the season report for the best time of year to fish in Arkansas and every other state's month-by-month table.
Arkansas is a year-round bass and crappie state built on oxbow lakes, the Arkansas River system and the white bass runs of its tailwaters. Use the city page below for a live weather-based index, then check the Arkansas wildlife agency for seasons and limits.
Yes, anglers 16 and older need a Arkansas fishing license. Buy through the Arkansas state wildlife or natural-resources agency; rules can differ between freshwater and tidal water.
The LureScore index is an informational planning signal based on weather, not a guarantee of fish activity or a catch. Always follow local regulations.