Benton, AR Fishing Trip — July

Your Benton, AR Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 94°F / Low 75°F1.7" rain · 10 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in July

8 species
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

July Weather in Benton

94°F
Avg High
75°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

9 Guides Near Benton

No guides are based in Benton, 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 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.

Buy License Online — Arkansas

Species Regulations

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.

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.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum

Special regulations may apply on certain bodies of water; consult the current Arkansas Fishing Guide.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:No length limit except on the Buffalo National River which is 12-inch minimum.

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.

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