Featured Smallmouth Bass Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Arkansas.
Beaver Lake Walleye Adventure
Walleye, striper, trout, crappie, smallmouth bass fishing trips on Beaver Lake, White River & Kings River Arkansas.
Steves Guide Service
Steve's Guide Service provides fishing guide services on Lake Norfork near Mountain Home, Arkansas for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, Kentucky bass, stripers, hybrids, white bass and walleye.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass fishing in AR: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Benton. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.
How to Catch Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass Fishing Regulations in Arkansas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
1 per day
Size Limit
No length limit except on the Buffalo National River which is 12-inch minimum.
License Required
Resident or Non-resident Arkansas Fishing License
On the Buffalo National River, the smallmouth bass minimum length limit is 12 inches. Check the current Arkansas Fishing Guide for specific regulations on special management areas.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Arkansas state wildlife agency before fishing.