Best fishing near Newport

6 fishing spots · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Newport, Arkansas — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 6 of 6 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Lake Hogue
#1 Lake Hogue
15.0 mi away
Lake Hogue is a 1,200-acre reservoir located in Northeast Arkansas, known for its excellent fishing for largemouth bass, crappie, bream, and catfish. The lake is surrounded by…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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Craighead Forest Lake
#2 Craighead Forest Lake Poor
32.5 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Flash flood warning — dangerous flows· Flood watch
Craighead Forest Lake in Arkansas is a great fishing destination that is home to several fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill. The lake is…
Why 47: live conditions (poor)
47Rated
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Cut-Off Creek
#3 Cut-Off Creek Good
25.0 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Flood watch· Thunderstorms — get off the water
Cut Off Creek Fishing Area is located in eastern Arkansas and offers excellent fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, and bass. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
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Lake Frierson
#4 Lake Frierson Good
39.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Partly Cloudy · 55°F · 5 mph wind
Lake Frierson Fishing Area is located in northeast Arkansas and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities for catfish, bass, and crappie. The lake is surrounded by a state…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
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Little Red River
#5 Little Red River Good
30.0 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Flood watch· Partly Cloudy · 55°F · 10 mph wind
The Little Red River in Arkansas is a popular fishing spot, particularly for trout. Brown, rainbow, and cutthroat trout are commonly caught here, and the river is stocked…
Why 39: live conditions (good)
39Rated
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Lake Cave City
#6 Lake Cave City
32.8 mi away
Lake Cave City is a popular fishing spot in Arkansas that offers anglers a chance to catch a variety of fish species such as bass, crappie, and catfish. The lake also features…
Why 38: resort size & terrain
38Rated

Fishing near Newport

The Newport area has 6 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best fishing near Newport

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