Crappie

Crappie fishing near Morrison Bluff, Arkansas, can be quite rewarding, especially in the backwaters and sloughs off the Arkansas River. These areas offer the shallow, structure-rich habitat crappie prefer. Spring is the peak season, as crappie move into the shallows to spawn. However, fall can also be productive as they feed up before winter. Small jigs and minnows are the go-to baits. A good tip is to use a slip bobber to present your bait at the desired depth around submerged trees and brush piles. Access can be found at various boat ramps along the river. The crappie in these Arkansas River backwaters are generally a mix of black and white crappie, and the size can be quite impressive at times.