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Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Mountain Home · Fishing

Amon’s Lake

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Amon’s Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Beebe · Fishing

Beebe Community Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Beebe Community Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Bryant · Fishing

Bishop Park Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Bishop Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Little Rock · Fishing

Boyle Park Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Boyle Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Cabot · Fishing

Cabot Community Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Cabot Community Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Fort Smith · Fishing

Carol Ann Cross Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Carol Ann Cross Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Sherwood · Fishing

Cherrywood Lake

Channel catfish and bream

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Cherrywood Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Little Rock · Fishing

Conner Park Pond

Channel catfish and bream

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Conner Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Conway · Fishing

Conway Station Park

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Conway Station Park using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Pine Bluff · Fishing

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Hot Springs · Fishing

Entergy Park

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Entergy Park using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Hot Springs · Fishing

Family Park

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Family Park using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Osceola · Fishing

Hybar Steel Waters Fishing Pond

Channel catfish and bream

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Hybar Steel Waters Fishing Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Glenwood · Fishing

John Benjamin Glenwood Community Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at John Benjamin Glenwood Community Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Bentonville · Fishing

Lake Bentonville

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Bentonville using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Texarkana · Fishing

Lake Dieffenbacher

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Dieffenbacher using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Maumelle · Fishing

Lake Valencia

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Valencia using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Lake Village · Fishing

Lake Village Community Pond

Channel catfish and bream

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Village Community Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Little Rock · Fishing

MacArthur Park Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at MacArthur Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Marion · Fishing

Marion Sports Complex

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Marion Sports Complex using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Greenbrier · Fishing

Matthews Park Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Matthews Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · El Dorado · Fishing

Mattocks Park Pond

Channel catfish, bream and seasonally stocked rainbow trout

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Mattocks Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · England · Fishing

Mike Freeze England Community Pond

Channel catfish and bream

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Mike Freeze England Community Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

AR · Corning · Fishing

Mom’s Lake

Channel catfish and bream

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Mom’s Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Season: Catfish stocking is seasonal; trout are a winter opportunity. Stocking does not guarantee fish availability.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license; retaining trout also requires a trout permit. These permits are direct purchases.

Handheld rod or pole only; largemouth bass must be released. Listed program limits are 3 catfish, 5 trout and 25 bream per day. Electric trolling motors only. Check local hours and any youth-only signs.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

What “no lottery” means. It applies to the species and access described, not every hunt on that property. Seasons, licenses, check-in, closures and capacity still apply. Public access does not reserve an exclusive spot. Check the agency’s current rules before travel. Back40 does not sell public-land access.
How we build this database

We match named agency areas and maps with ordinary-license species rules and area-specific exceptions. Each record has a source-check date. Records requiring an access or species drawing, unresolved access, and reviews older than 90 days stay out of search. This is a trip-planning database, not a live availability feed.

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