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Sunfish fishing in Arkansas

Sunfish are abundant across Arkansas, thriving in ponds, lakes, and creeks. Anglers enjoy catching bluegill, redear, and other panfish that provide fun and steady action for all ages.

Sunfish fishing spots in Arkansas

Best baits and lures for Sunfish in Arkansas

According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Sunfish.

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Longear sunfish

Lake Hamilton

4 in · 1 oz

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Bluegill

Lake Hamilton

4 in · 2 oz

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Longear sunfish

Beaver Lake

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Bluegill

Harris Brake

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Redear sunfish

Caddo River

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Bluegill

Lake Shepherd Springs

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Bluegill

Sherwood Community Pond

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Bluegill

Lake Atalanta

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Regulations for Sunfish in Arkansas

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.

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