Fishing Charters in Arkansas
Browse fishing charters in Arkansas that can help you catch crappie.
Keeping It Crappie
Dardanelle, Arkansas
Keeping It Crappie Guide Service in Arkansas offers crappie fishing charters on Lake Dardanelle, providing gear, instruction, and a 21’ Skeeter bass boat.
Catchin Crappie Guide Service
Catchin' Crappie Fishing Guide Service
Beaver Lake Walleye Adventure
Walleye, striper, trout, crappie, smallmouth bass fishing trips on Beaver Lake, White River & Kings River Arkansas.
Reel Fish Guide Service
Reel Fish Guide Service offers year-round fishing guide trips on Arkansas' Lake Norfork. Best striper guide! Best crappie fishing in Arkansas! www.ReelFishGuideService.com
Str Outfitters
STR Outfitters for Striper, crappie, walleye, & hybrids fishing on Lake Norfork
Family Fishing Trips Guide Service
Hot Springs Arkansas Fishing Guide for Crappie and Bass on Lake Hamilton DeGray Lake Lake Ouachita and Lake Gresson
Best Time to Catch Crappie
Crappie can be caught year-round in Arkadelphia. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
Crappie fishing around Arkadelphia, Arkansas, is a popular pursuit, with Lake DeGray being a prime destination. This lake's standing timber and brush piles create ideal habitat for crappie. Spring is the best time to target them, as they move shallow to spawn. Minnows and jigs are the go-to baits. A local tactic is to spider-rig multiple rods with different colored jigs to determine what the fish are biting on. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission maintains several fish attractors throughout the lake, which are great places to start. Be aware of boat traffic, especially on weekends. Crappie in Lake DeGray are known for their good size, with many exceeding the 10-inch minimum length limit.
How to Catch Crappie
Crappie Fishing Regulations in Arkansas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
30 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Resident or Non-resident Fishing License
Crappie regulations may vary on specific bodies of water; consult the current Arkansas Fishing Guide for details.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Arkansas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time of year to fish for crappie near Arkadelphia?
Spring and fall are generally the best times to target crappie, as they move into shallower water to spawn or feed. Look for them around brush piles and submerged structures.
What is the crappie bag limit in Arkansas?
The daily bag limit for crappie is 30 fish.
Are there any size restrictions for crappie in Arkansas?
No, there is no minimum size limit for crappie in Arkansas. You can keep any size you catch.
What are some effective crappie baits for the Arkadelphia area?
Small jigs, minnows, and crappie nibbles are all popular and effective baits for catching crappie.
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