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Central Arkansas Fishing Locations

Have you ever wondered where to fish or how to catch fish in central Arkansas? Here is all the information you need to have a successful outing. Good luck!

Not only are the Arkansas River and Lake Maumelle within easy reach, dozens of smaller public lakes and ponds can be found near Little Rock. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has partnered with several cities in central Arkansas to provide convenient and exceptional fishing opportunities.

Try some of this convenient and exciting fishing action. Take your children or some kids from your neighborhood and enjoy a relaxing day of catching fish. The fish you catch can be prepared several ways to make a healthy, tasty meal. A current Arkansas fishing license is required for all anglers 16 years of age and older. To harvest trout, a trout permit also is required for anglers 16 or older. Consult a current Arkansas Fishing Guidebook for other regulations.

When we set out to list all the great fishing opportunity anglers have in central Arkansas, even we were amazed at the number of excellent locations throughout the area. To make things easy, we broke the region down into five sections. Each section has its own map and detailed directions to lead you right to the water’s edge. No matter where you live in the Little Rock area, there’s sure to be a fishing hole right around the corner.
 
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Great Places to Fish in Central Arkansas