Lake City, AR Fishing Trip — March

Your Lake City, AR Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 46°F2.3" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

8 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CarpGood
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassFair
White Bass
Various
BluegillFair
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

March Weather in Lake City

68°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
2.3"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

16 Guides Near Lake City

No guides are based in Lake City, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 freshwater / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Arkansas Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$10.50
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Trout permit required for trout fishing areas.

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Species Regulations

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.

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.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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