Mt Ida, AR Fishing Trip — February

Your Mt Ida, AR Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 36°F3.8" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

5 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
BluegillLow
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

February Weather in Mt Ida

55°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
3.8"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

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

2 in Mt Ida + 7 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 Fishing

  • 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

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.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are restricted to no more than one blue catfish over 32 inches in length per day.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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