LEARN TO FISH IN ARKANSAS
If you fish, you get it. But if you never have, it’s easy, it’s fun, and it might just be something that could bring years of joy to your life. If you learn to fish, you’ll always have something to do with your kids, no matter how old they get. Fishing holes are everywhere in Arkansas, many of them stocked regularly by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
This site is here to help make it as easy as possible for you to get into the joy of fishing, and start creating the moments that stay with you for life.
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FISHING 101
From fishing gear to tackle boxes, here are all the basics to know before your first trip.
FISHING SAFETY
Learn how to be safe outside, fish with care, and teach your kids to fish safely!
WHERE TO FISH NEAR YOU
The Natural State offers an abundance of fishing spots. Find one near you.
PURCHASE A LICENSE
Adults and kids over the age of 16 must have an Arkansas fishing license to fish.
UPCOMING LOCAL FISHING DERBIES
The purchase of your fishing license goes to help preserve fertile fishing waters and maintain access points throughout our state, as well as a whole host of conservation needs.