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Sunset, AR Fishing Trip — May

Your Sunset, AR Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 62°F9.6" rain · 20 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

May Weather in Sunset

78°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
9.6"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

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

7 Guides Near Sunset

No guides are based in Sunset, but these guides operate nearby.

Beau's place at Lobo Landing - Beau's place at Lobo Landing
Beau's place at Lobo Landing

Beau's place at Lobo Landing

4.7(156)Top Rated
Heber Springs, Arkansas
Fish On Set Hook Guide Service - Fish On Set Hook Guide Service
Fish On Set Hook Guide Service

Fish On Set Hook Guide Service

5(95)Top Rated

Fish On Set Hook - Trout fishing guide service fishing guides on Little Red River Heber Springs Ar. Full & Half day pontoon boat trout fishing guide for all ages.

Speckled Trout
Heber Springs, Arkansas
Beaus Guide Service - Beaus Guide Service
Beaus Guide Service

Beaus Guide Service

5(22)Top Rated

We are the best trout fishing guide service on the Little Red River. We provide spin cast and fly fishing guides to individuals, families and corporate outings looking to catch trout in Arkansas.

freshwaterfly fishingSpeckled Trout
Heber Springs, Arkansas
Fin and Feather Fly Fishing - Fin and Feather Fly Fishing
Fin and Feather Fly Fishing

Fin and Feather Fly Fishing

5(19)Top Rated

Fin and Feather Fly Fishing offers unprecedented guide services for all your needs. Catch trophy trout on any of three rivers in the heart of Arkansas.

Speckled Trout
Heber Springs, Arkansas
Tailwater Fishing Company - Tailwater Fishing Company
Tailwater Fishing Company

Tailwater Fishing Company

4.6(22)Top Rated
Searcy, Arkansas
Sore Lip'Em All Guide Service - Sore Lip'Em All Guide Service
Sore Lip'Em All Guide Service

Sore Lip'Em All Guide Service

5(6)Top Rated
Pangburn, Arkansas
The Ozark Fly Guides - The Ozark Fly Guides
The Ozark Fly Guides

The Ozark Fly Guides

Heber Springs, Arkansas

ozarkflyguides, Heber springs

inshore
Heber Springs, Arkansas
$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
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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 / inshore Fishing

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

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.

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

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.

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