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Smackover Creek

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Arkansas, United States

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Spotted bass

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Freshwater drum

21 in · 3 lb 3 oz

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Channel catfish

19 in · 5 lb

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General info

Smackover Creek is a stream located in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States. It is also intersecting with Nevada County, Arkansas. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Smallmouth bass.

Location

33°25′7.4″N 93°09′37.7″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Smackover Creek?

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Fishing regulations at Smackover Creek, AR

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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryArkansas State Waters
Bag limit10

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit10

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
No size limit. No closed season. For area-specific regulations, see Arkansas special area-specific regulations.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season open: year-round
Channel catfish

Channel catfish

Regulation boundaryArkansas State Waters
Bag limit10

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit10

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
No size limit. No closed season. For area-specific regulations, see Arkansas special area-specific regulations.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Channel Catfish by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Ictalurus punctatus
Season open: year-round
Smallmouth bass

Smallmouth bass

Regulation boundaryArkansas State Waters
Bag limit4

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size10" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Aggregate limit10

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
No closed season. Meanmouth bass (hybrids of smallmouth and other bass) share the same regulations and limits as smallmouth bass. For area-specific regulations, see Arkansas special area-specific regulations.
Synonyms
Micropterus dolomieui
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FAQ about Smackover Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Smackover Creek located?
the Smackover Creek is a stream located in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States. It is also intersecting with Nevada County, Arkansas. Its coordinates are:
33°25′7.4″N 93°09′37.7″W
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🎣 Where on the Smackover Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Smackover Creek by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Smackover Creek?
The most common species in the Smackover Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Smackover Creek fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Smackover Creek?

Fishing in Arkansas requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident, non-resident, short-term, and combination options, available online and at authorized vendors.

In Arkansas, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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