How to Book Fly Fishing Trips for Trout in Arkansas

Fly fishing trips and trout fishing in Arkansas go together like identical twins.. For out of state anglers Arkansas might not seem like a trout Mecca, but it truly is. When looking at Arkansas trout the first thing one should consider is the size of the fish. The world record Brown Trout, 40lbs, came from the Little Red River near Heber Springs. The other record of note is Rainbow Trout, 19 lbs.
A variety of trout may be taken in Arkansas; Brook, Brown, Cutthroat, Lake and Rainbow. The main waters for trout fishing need to be considered when fly fishing for trout in Arkansas. They are the White River, the North Fork of the White River, and the Little Red River. When planning fly fishing trips to Arkansas the information below should get you started for your Arkansas fishing vacation.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Don't buy anything before asking your guide unless you are experienced.

1. Be sure your guide is licensed and insured.

2. The main areas of lodging for fly fishing trips are Cotter, Mountain Home, Eureka Springs and Heber Springs. The main streams are the White, the North Fork of the White and the Little Red.

3. In palnning Fly fishing trips do you want to only book a guide or do you want a package of lodging, food and guide service? This can be handy for anglers from other states. There are some beautiful lodges and Bed and Breakfast in the trout fishing area that cater just to fishermen. Check them out as they can be in some breath taking locations. Expect to pay an average of $275 per person for a bed and breakfast.

4. Rates for Fly fishing guide service average one half day for two people, $240 to full days of $350. A nice touch to a trip is a cooked dinner on the river which can range an extra $50 - $100. I recommend this extra!

5. Decide what size or trout you want to fish for on your fly fishing trip. Beginners may want to start on the trout that have just been stocked and then move up.

6. The dry fly action is best from the middle of March to September.

7. Check on week day rates as opposed to weekend. Also winter specials. Fly fishing trips have different rates for different times of the year.

8. Some guides may book by the hour. This is not the norm. All fly fishing trips differ. Be sure to check into this carefully.

9. Nonresident fishing license is $40.00
   Trout permit is $12.00
   Three day nonresident fishing license is $11.00

Tips & Warnings

• The guides are not getting rich by doing this. Be sure to tip well. Developing a relationship with a guide can make your future fly fishing trips even more enjoyable.