Benton, AR Fishing Trip — June
Your Benton, AR Fishing Trip
June2 peopleFamily Trip
High 90°F / Low 71°F5.6" rain · 16 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in June
8 species
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
June Weather in Benton
90°F
Avg High
71°F
Avg Low
5.6"
Rainfall
16
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'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
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.
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.
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.