Little Rock, AR Fishing Trip — May

Your Little Rock, AR Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 62°F6.8" rain · 16 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

13 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
White CatfishExcellent
White Catfish
Various
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Bullhead CatfishExcellent
Bullhead Catfish
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Little Rock

79°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
6.8"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

7 Guides Near Little Rock

No guides are based in Little Rock, but these guides operate nearby.

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else to bring:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Waders (if not provided)
Wading boots
Bug spray
Light rain jacket
$730
Estimated total for 2 people
$365
per person
Charter $350
Tip $70
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Little Rock

Activities for your non-fishing days

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

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.

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Crappie regulations may vary on specific bodies of water; consult the current Arkansas Fishing Guide for details.

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