🐟 What fish can you catch in Pencil Bluff?

Most commonly caught species around Pencil Bluff , AR : Largemouth bass - 836 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 348 reported catches Spotted bass - 169 reported catches Striped bass - 118 reported catches Green sunfish - 100 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Pencil Bluff fishing reports?

The latest Pencil Bluff , AR fishing reports are: @juddkratohvil reported a nice Largemouth bass . @juddkratohvil reported a nice Largemouth bass . @juddkratohvil reported a nice Blue catfish . @pool-jackson reported a nice White crappie at Nimrod Lake . @pool-jackson reported a nice White crappie . .

Fishing in Pencil Bluff, AR

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas?

Anglers in Pencil Bluff , AR recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Ouachita , Ouachita River , Caddo River , South Fork Ouachita River , Mazarn Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Pencil Bluff?

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Arkansas, United States

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Top fish species in Pencil Bluff

Latest Pencil Bluff fishing reports

Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Blue catfish

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White crappie

Nimrod Lake

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White crappie

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White crappie

Nimrod Lake

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White crappie

Nimrod Lake

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White crappie

Nimrod Lake

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White crappie

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White crappie

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Fishing regulations in Pencil Bluff

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Arkansas can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 18th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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No size limit. No closed season.
For area-specific regulations, see Arkansas special area-specific regulations.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

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34°37′47.6″N 93°44′6″W

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FAQ about Pencil Bluff fishing

Anglers in Pencil Bluff, AR recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Ouachita, Ouachita River, Caddo River, South Fork Ouachita River, and Mazarn Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Pencil Bluff, AR:

Largemouth bass - 836 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 348 reported catches
Spotted bass - 169 reported catches
Striped bass - 118 reported catches
Green sunfish - 100 reported catches

The latest Pencil Bluff, AR fishing reports are:

@juddkratohvil reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@juddkratohvil reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@juddkratohvil reported a nice Blue catfish.
@pool-jackson reported a nice White crappie at Nimrod Lake.
@pool-jackson reported a nice White crappie.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Pencil Bluff, AR. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: