Craig D. Campbell Lake Conway Reservoir (under renovation) and Nursery Pond
(updated 8-14-2025) AGFC staff report that Lake Conway Nursery Pond teh bream in the pond are now big enough to want to keep, and they are plentiful. The staff hears reports of folks catching a slab crappie here and there. Staff aren’t aware of many anglers looking for bass, though there are bass in the pond. In recent months, folks were catching plenty of catfish after they were stocked.
the nearly 70-acre nursery pond has been set up by the AGFC Fisheries Division as an option destination while Lake Conway is drawn down for renovation. It is stocked with mature bass, crappie, catfish and bream, and also rainbow trout for the cold-weather months.
Little Red River
For the Army Corps of Engineers’ real-time outflow report from Greers Ferry Dam, visit the Corps’ Little Rock office website or by calling (501) 362-5150). Also check the Southwestern Power Governance website to see forecast generation schedule.
(updated 8-21-2025) Fish ‘N Stuff (501-834-5733) in Sherwood said with the decent amount of water being moved from the dam daily,the fishing in the early morning will be your best bet.There is some wading time early, such as around JFK Park down to the Swinging Bridge that will be good, but drift fishing is the main ticket. Anglers are having success with crankbaits or some moving bait, like Rapala’s No. 5 Shad Rap or No. 5 countdown. As the day gets warmer, Marabou Jigs are more of a player this time of year.
Also, this is a good time to still be targeting above and below the shoals where you have a little bit of moving water.
(updated 8-14-2025) Mike Winkler of Little Red river Fly Fishing Trips (501-507-3688) said, “greers Ferry Lake is si
Harris Brake lake Fishing Report – August 14, 2025
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Fish are scattered throughout harris Brake Lake, with most species moving to deeper water.
Crappie: You’ll find crappie both around the shoreline and in deeper water. Jigs and minnows are proving effective at all depths. For mid-depth fish, try trolling crankbaits in 12-18 feet, and 40 feet for deeper fish. Focus on brushpiles and standing timber. A recent angler landed a 16-inch crappie in shallow water using minnows.
Walleye: Walleye are scattered at various depths. Lake fish are holding on points, humps, and similar structures in 10-40 feet. Try dragging a jig tipped with a minnow or crawler, a drop-shot rig, or trolling Big Minnow-style plugs.
Catfish: Catfish are biting well throughout the lake and rivers. Blues are active, and lines, jugs, and rod-and-reel methods are all working with a variety of baits. One angler recently caught a catfish weighing over 6 pounds.
Bream: Bream are recovering from another spawn. Use crawlers, crickets, small cranks, and inline spinners.
Bass (White & Hybrid): White bass and hybrid bass are found in 25-43 feet, with some extending out to 80 feet. Use Road Runners and grubs for shallow fish, and spoons and inline spinners for deeper fish.
Black Bass: Black bass are scattered, with fish found in close, at 10-15 feet, around 40 feet, and even out to 80 feet. Target points, humps, ridges, bends, contour changes, and areas with schooling action in both the lake and rivers.
Shad: A new batch of threadfin shad was released into the lake on Wednesday morning, thanks to the Arkansas game and Fish Commission, to help maintain a healthy population for all species.
Safety Reminder: Be safe and wear your life jacket.Report provided by Bing Watkins, Harris Brake Lake Resort (501-889-2745).
Lake Maumelle and Arkansas River Fishing Report
lake Maumelle
Bass fishing remains productive with rigs using a green pumpkin trailer, jigs, and crankbaits proving most effective. Matt Hedrick and Brandon Crain secured Angler of the Year for WestRock’s Tuesday night black bass tournament series, finishing second with 11.72 pounds. brian G. and Ken K.won the tournament with a 13.55-pound catch.Crappie are fair to slow, scattered around brush in 18-22 feet, and biting on minnows and jigs. According to crappie guide Eric Watts of Natural state Fishing (501-548-8990), water temperatures are in the upper 80s to low 90s. Crappie are holding on brush in 18-22 feet and responding to tiny jigs like the Bobby Garland Itty Bit series and minnows. Slow and steady presentation is key in the warm water.
Bream are also fair, found on brushpiles in 5-12 feet, with some larger bream being caught shallow. Use crickets and redworms.
There have been no recent reports on white bass or catfish. White bass might be caught with a Twister Tail or crankbait, while catfish should take smaller bream, liver, and worms.
for guided crappie trips, visit www.nsfguide.com or call 501-548-8990.
Arkansas River at Morrilton
Check the Corps’ Little Rock office website (Arkansas Fishing Report: Lake Dardanelle & Peckerwood Lake (August 22, 2025)
This report summarizes recent fishing conditions at Lake Dardanelle and Peckerwood lake in Arkansas, based on the latest available data as of August 22, 2025. Conditions are hot and dry, impacting water levels and fish behavior. Lake Dardanelle continues to offer good fishing opportunities, particularly for bass and crappie. Bass Fishing: Techniques: Anglers are finding success throwing a Bandit 200 crankbait parallel to the jetty, positioning the lure approximately two feet from the structure. This technique targets bass holding along the rocks. Crappie Fishing: Locations: Focus on the mouths of backwater areas leading into the main river channel. Look for rock pools and submerged brush piles, as crappie are holding on these structures. Peckerwood Lake is currently experiencing low water levels due to hot, dry weather.This has led to the emergence of stumps, creating a challenging but potentially rewarding fishing environment known locally as “stump jumping” – navigating to find the main channel.General Conditions: Donna Mulherin at Herman’s Landing (501-626-6899) reports fewer anglers due to the extreme heat. Species-Specific Fishing: Crappie: Crappie are being caught on jigs around submerged structures. Catfish: Catfish are a popular target, and are readily taking a variety of baits. Liver and hot dogs are considered particularly effective. As conditions remain hot and dry, anglers should expect low water levels to persist at Peckerwood Lake. Focusing on areas with available cover and utilizing a variety of baits will be crucial for success. At Lake dardanelle, continuing to target structure with crankbaits and jigs should yield results. Disclaimer: Fishing conditions can change rapidly. This report is based on information available as of August 22, 2025, and is subject to change. Always check local regulations and conditions before heading out on the water.*Lake Dardanelle
General Conditions: The lake is experiencing typical late-summer conditions.
Baits: A black and chartreuse crappie jig is proving effective.Peckerwood Lake (Updated August 14, 2025)
Water levels are low, exposing stumps.
Finding the main channel is key to locating fish.
Bass: While most bass fishing activity is concentrated on the northern end of the lake,conditions are believed to be favorable.Reports from anglers frequenting the northern end are not readily available through Herman’s Landing. Bream: Bream fishing has slowed recently, though some anglers are still targeting them with limited reported success.looking Ahead