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North Fork South Fork Ouachita River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Arkansas, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

North Fork South Fork Ouachita River is a stream located in Montgomery County, Arkansas, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Longear sunfish.

Location

34°32′29″N 93°48′12.1″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on North Fork South Fork Ouachita River?

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Fishing regulations at North Fork South Fork Ouachita River, 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
Location specific information
North Fork LakeOpen to fishing with rod or pole only.
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
Location specific information
North Fork LakeOpen to fishing with rod or pole only.
Season open: year-round
Longear sunfish

Longear sunfish

Regulation boundaryArkansas State Waters
Bag limit50

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 limit50

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. Aggregate bag limit includes all sunfish species combined. No bag limit on bream shorter than 4-inches total length. For area-specific regulations, see Arkansas special area-specific regulations.
Edibility
Good
Synonyms
Lepomis megalotis
Location specific information
North Fork LakeOpen to fishing with rod or pole only.
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FAQ about North Fork South Fork Ouachita River fishing

📍 Where is the North Fork South Fork Ouachita River located?
the North Fork South Fork Ouachita River is a stream located in Montgomery County, Arkansas, United States. Its coordinates are:
34°32′29″N 93°48′12.1″W
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🎣 Where on the North Fork South Fork Ouachita River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the North Fork South Fork Ouachita River 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 North Fork South Fork Ouachita River?
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📢 What are the latest North Fork South Fork Ouachita River fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the North Fork South Fork Ouachita River?

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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