Rocky Shoals Day Use fishing
Rocky Shoals Day Use
In addition to fishing, visitors can enjoy hiking, swimming, and picnicking at the nearby Ozark National Forest and Blanchard Springs Caverns. The Buffalo National River also offers opportunities for canoeing and kayaking.
Fishing tips for the Rocky Shoals Day Use fishing area include using topwater lures for bass, live bait for catfish, and crickets or worms for bream. It is also recommended to fish early in the morning or late in the evening when the fish are most active.
The best time of year to visit the Rocky Shoals Day Use fishing area is during the spring and fall months when the temperatures are cooler. The average temperature during the spring months (March-May) ranges from 50-75°F, while the fall months (September-November) average between 50-70°F.
Overall, the Rocky Shoals Day Use fishing area is a great destination for fishing enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike, offering a variety of activities and opportunities to catch a variety of fish.
What's biting at Rocky Shoals Day Use
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Rocky Shoals Day Use -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ouachita River Near Mount Ida | 622 cfs | → |
| Caddo River Near Caddo Gap | 83 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly | 668 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River Near Langley | 84 cfs | → |
| Dutch Creek At Waltreak | · | → |
| Cossatot River Near Vandervoort | 450 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
Parks
Reservoirs
- Mt Ida Water Supply Dam
- Sanderson Dam
- Arnoname 186 Ozark Interests
- North Fork Of S Fork Site 3
- Story Pond
- Hatfield Lake Dam
Boat launches
- Montgomery County
- Lake Vista Drive Montgomery County
- Brady Mountain Road Garland County
- Self Creek Ramp Road Daisy
- Daisy State Park - Area East Daisy
- Daisy State Park - Area C Daisy
Paddle runs
- Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita
- Nf Boundary At Pine Ridge, Ar To Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar
- Sec 30, T3s, R27w To Sec 19, T4s, R24w
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T1s, R31w To Nf Boundary At Acorn, Ar
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Rocky Shoals Day Use as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Rocky Shoals Day Use
What fish species are found at Rocky Shoals Day Use?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Rocky Shoals Day Use -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Rocky Shoals Day Use.
How do I get to Rocky Shoals Day Use?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Rocky Shoals Day Use.