Bailey Lake
Black Crappie • Blue Catfish • Kelp Bass and 1 more species
Bailey Lake is a 340-acre fishing area located in Arkansas, USA. The lake is known for its largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and hunting. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing near structures like fallen trees and weed beds. The best time to visit is in the spring and fall when temperatures are between 50-70°F. In the spring, bass are more active and can be caught using spinnerbaits and jigs. In the fall, crappie are more active and can be caught using minnows and jigs. Get driving directions.
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Fish Species
Black Crappie
Crappies are members of the sunfish and the black bass family.
Blue Catfish
This is the largest catfish of the family Ictaluridae, reported to grow to 120 lb. (54 kg).
Kelp Bass
The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...
Largemouth Bass
The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Des Moines River At Ottumwa | 1,930 cfs / 1.82 ft |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills | 39 cfs / 3.30 ft |
Chariton River At Novinger | 65 cfs / 0.46 ft |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant | 12 cfs / 3.50 ft |
Chariton River At Livonia | 45 cfs / 3.43 ft |
Chariton River Near Moulton | 31 cfs / 18.27 ft |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua | 3,340 cfs / 11.23 ft |
Boat Launches
Access Ramp |
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Tedford Island Road Arkansas County |