Southside, AR Fishing Trip — September
Your Southside, AR Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 65°F1" rain · 6 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in September
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
September Weather in Southside
86°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
1"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
20 Guides Near Southside
No guides are based in Southside, 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
Peak
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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 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.
Species Regulations
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.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.