Fishing
Fishing in Arkansas
Discover 42 state parks offering fishing in Arkansas
🐟 Arkansas Fishing License at a Glance
Resident Annual
$10.50
Non-Resident Annual
$60
Youth
Under 16 free
Senior
65+: $10.50 lifetime
Trout Stamp
$10
🎉 Free Fishing Days
June 7-8, 2025
excellent value! Seniors get permanent lifetime for same cost.
License fees and free fishing days shown as of June 2026 — fees and dates change yearly. Always confirm current rates and free-fishing dates via the official link above before purchasing.
42
State Parks
Arkansas State Parks with Fishing
Bull Shoals State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Bull Shoals-White River State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Cane Creek State Park
+6
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
RV
Biking
Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Crater of Diamonds State Park
+1
RV
Crowley’s Ridge State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Daisy State Park
+6
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Davidsonville Historic State Park
+1
Paddling
DeGray Lake Resort State Park
+8
Rock Climbing
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Golfing
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Delta Heritage Trail State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Devil’s Den State Park
+4
Mountain Biking
Waterfall Viewing
RV
Biking
Hampson Archeological Museum State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Historic Washington State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area
+5
Horseback Riding
Hunting
Kayaking
RV
Biking
Jacksonport State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Jenkins Ferry Battleground State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Lake Catherine State Park
+3
Kayaking
Paddling
RV
Lake Charles State Park
Lake Chicot State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Lake Dardanelle State Park
+2
Scenic Overlooks
RV
Lake Fort Smith State Park
+3
Water Skiing
Canoeing
RV
Lake Frierson State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Lake Greeson State Park
+6
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Lake Sylvia Recreation Area
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Logoly State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Louisiana Purchase State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Lower White River Museum SP
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Mammoth Spring State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Millwood State Park
+6
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Mississippi River State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Moro Bay State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Mount Magazine State Park
+7
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Scenic Overlooks
Hang Gliding
Kayaking
Nature Watching
Biking
Ouachita State Park
+8
Rock Climbing
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Scuba Diving
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Ozark Folk Center State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Parkin Archeological State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Petit Jean State Park
+7
Mountain Biking
Horseback Riding
Stargazing
Waterfall Viewing
RV
Cave Tours
Biking
Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park
+5
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
South Arkansas Arboretum
+2
Picnicking
Bird Watching
White Oak Lake State Park
+6
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching
Kayaking
Canoeing
Cave Tours
Biking
Withrow Springs State Park
+3
Kayaking
Canoeing
RV
Woolly Hollow State Park
+5
Wildlife Watching
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
RV
Biking
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❓ Fishing in Arkansas — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish in Arkansas state parks?
Yes — fishing in Arkansas state parks generally requires a valid Arkansas fishing license. A resident annual license costs $10.50, and a non-resident annual license costs $60. Youth and seniors are often exempt or pay reduced fees. Fees shown as of June 2026 — confirm current rates with the official state agency.
Are there free fishing days in Arkansas?
Yes — Arkansas offers free fishing days when no license is required (June 7-8, 2025). Exact dates change each year, so verify with the official Arkansas agency before your trip.