LAKE OUACHITA

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • ARKANSAS

Lake Ouachita


April 29, 2024

Lake Ouachita is a popular fishing area in Arkansas, known for its abundance of bass, crappie, catfish, and bream. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and water sports like boating and swimming. Fishing tips include using live bait and targeting areas with structure or drop-offs. The best time of year to visit is in the spring or fall, when temperatures average around 70-80°F. In the summer, temperatures can reach up to 90°F and fishing can be more challenging due to the heat.



Fish Species
Image Alt Black Crappie
Image Alt Blue Catfish
Image Alt Kelp Bass

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Leatherwood Creek

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Lake Dardanelle

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Paris Reservoir

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Kingfisher Lake

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass

Lake Atkins

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass

Big Piney Creek

Apache Trout • Kelp Bass • Smallmouth Bass

Pullen Pond

Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Kelp Bass

Little Piney Creek

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Channel Catfish • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Smallmouth Bass • Spotted Bass

Lake Ludwig

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass

Horsehead Creek

Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Green Sunfish • Kelp Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

TABLE ROCK LAKESHORE TRAIL STONE COUNTY
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
TURKEY MOUNTAIN ROAD EMERALD BEACH
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
CLEVENGER COVE BOAT LAUNCH
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
MOONSHINE BEACH BOAT RAMP
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Missouri
BLACK OAK DRIVE 21149, GARFIELD
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
STATE PARK DRIVE 5272, TANEY COUNTY
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
SHORE LINE DRIVE DIAMOND CITY
Bull Shoals Lake Watershed, Arkansas
COUNTY ROAD 113 CARROLL COUNTY
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
DALE AVENUE 517, TANEY COUNTY
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas
STATE PARK DRIVE 5272, TANEY COUNTY
Beaver Reservoir Watershed, Arkansas

Rafting & Kayaking

SEC 30, T3S, R27W TO SEC 19, T4S, R24W
Upper Ouachita Watershed, Arkansas
HIGHWAY 298 BRIDGE NEAR SIMS, AR TO SLACKWATER OF LAKE OUACHITA
Ouachita Headwaters Watershed, Arkansas
HEADWATERS IN SEC 8, T1S, R31W TO NF BOUNDARY AT ACORN, AR
Ouachita Headwaters Watershed, Arkansas
PRESERVE BOUNDARY IN THE LANCE ROSIER UNIT TO CONFLUENCE WITH THE NECHES RIVER
Pine Island Bayou Watershed, Texas
TOWN BLUFF DAM TO HWY 96 BRIDGE
Lower Neches Watershed, Texas
HEADWATERS SEC 2, T1N, R20W TO SEC 7, T1N, R19W
Upper Saline Watershed, Arkansas
US HIGHWAY 69 TO BA STEINHAGEN RESERVOIR
Lower Neches Watershed, Texas
PRESERVE BOUNDARY IN THE BIG SANDY UNIT TO CONFLUENCE WITH BIG SANDY CREEK
Village Watershed, Texas
HWY 96 BRIDGE TO NECHES RIVER SALTWATER BARRIER
Lower Neches Watershed, Texas
NF BOUNDARY AT PINE RIDGE, AR TO HIGHWAY 298 BRIDGE NEAR SIMS, AR
Ouachita Headwaters Watershed, Arkansas

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Garvesville Park

Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Dockery Park

Tait Memorial Park

Poosey Conservation Area

Yellow Creek Natural Area

Griffith Memorial Conservation Area

Tomey Park

Rusk Park

Twin Parks

                                                                                                                        
                                               
WILLIAM VILLINES CORN CRIB
EAST FORK WILDERNESS
HURRICANE CREEK WILDERNESS
JAMES A. VILLINES (BEAVER JIM) BARN
The James A. Villines (Beaver Jim) Barn is a popular point of interest in Arkansas that is worth visiting for its historic significance and unique architecture. Located in the Buffalo ...
WILLIAM VILLINES LOG BARN/HOUSE
LAKE OUACHITA VISTA OVERLOOK
RICHLAND CREEK WILDERNESS
JAMES A. VILLINES (BEAVER JIM) CHICKEN HOUSE
The James A. Villines (Beaver Jim) Chicken House is a popular point of interest in Arkansas that is definitely worth a visit during your national park tour. This historic site ...
UPPER BUFFALO WILDERNESS AREA
JAMES A. VILLINES (BEAVER JIM) CORN CRIB
The James A. Villines (Beaver Jim) Corn Crib is a point of interest located in Arkansas's Ozark National Forest. It is a historic structure that dates back to the early ...

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