Arkadelphia, AR Fishing Trip — May
Your Arkadelphia, AR Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 62°F4.6" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
May Weather in Arkadelphia
81°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
11 Guides Near Arkadelphia
No guides are based in Arkadelphia, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- Light rain jacket
Arkansas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$10.50
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Trout permit required for trout fishing areas.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No minimum length limit; only one may be over 30 inches.
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Applies to blue, channel, and flathead catfish in aggregate. There are specific regulations for commercial fishing.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
No more than 25 white bass, hybrid striped bass, and yellow bass in aggregate.