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Fishing regulations at Big Island Shute, AR
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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 Spotted bass as of May 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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For area-specific regulations, see Arkansas special area-specific regulations.
Micropterus punctulatus
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FAQ about Big Island Shute fishing
- Spotted bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @dwighthudson reported a nice Spotted bass.
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