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Beaver Lake, AR

Popular Fish Species Beaver Lake, AR


Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Currently, largemouth bass are thriving in Beaver Lake due to excellent fisheries management and plenty of cover for both baitfish and bass. Fishing for largemouth bass is good virtually any time they are shallow. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap. Around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, big worms, jigs and spoons are three good weapons.


Striped Bass

Striped Bass Fishing

Striped bass are a favorite of many locals and fishing guides at Beaver Lake, as they are plentiful and grow to bragging size. In fact, the state record striper was caught from Beaver Lake. Fishing for stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and the wolf packs of stripers is likely to be nearby. Fish finders are a big help in locating these roaming schools. Live bait is very effective here, and stripers can be caught year round.


Fishing For Black Crappie

Black Crappie

Black crappie reside in good numbers in Beaver Lake. Having overtaken white crappie in catch rates, they are averaging a very good size this year. Crappie fishing is excellent and they are often running in sizeable schools. Crappie always like cover and structure, so locate shallow brush and vegetation. In spring and fall focus on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out deep, as well as find ledges near channels in deeper water.


Beaver Lake Fishing Video

Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, redear sunfish, warmouth, white bass, striped bass and hybrid stripers at Beaver Lake in Arkansas.

Situated in the Ozark Mountains, Beaver Lake is a 28,000-acre impoundment with 480 miles of shoreline. Beaver Reservoir is located in the northwest corner of the state just east of Rogers, with easy access from all directions. Check out fishing reports for popular species at this lake.

Primary fish species residing in Beaver Lake

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Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Spotted bass Channel catfish Flathead catfish Blue catfish Black crappie White crappie Walleye Bluegill Redear Sunfish Warmouth Sunfish White Bass Striped bass Hybrid Striped Bass

Beaver Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

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Marinas

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Fishing License

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Hickory Creek Park Campground - 479 750-2943

Horseshoe Bend Campground - 479 925-2561

Prairie Creek Campground - 479 925-3957

Lost Bridge North Park Campground - 479 359-3312

Indian Creek Park Campground - 479 656-3145

Monte Ne RV Park - 479 925-1265

Starkey Campground - 479 253-5866

Rocky Branch Campground - 479 925-2526

Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Contact Information
Hickory Creek Park
12800 Hickory Creek Rd
Lowell, AR 72745
479 750-2943

 

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