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White River (St. Charles) Fishing Guide
Arkansas
The lower White River at Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge, whose 300 or so bodies of water include oxbow lakes, bayous and the river itself, with crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and catfish.
Part of the White River.
Trip at a Glance
Anglers come to the White River (St. Charles) for largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill. No agency season found for the species here.
There is 1 shop nearby, including Pop Pop's Bait and Tackle in Poplar Grove. Also nearby: Enid Lake.
Season at a Glance
No agency season found for these fish here.
Licenses & Regulations
Most anglers need an Arkansas fishing license; age cutoffs and exemptions are set by the state. Seasons, limits, and tackle rules vary by water, so check current regulations before you go.
License Sellers Nearby
Mcgahhey Hardware
432 Court Square, De WittConoco One Stop, Black INC
1725 S White Head Dr, DewittWebb's Sporting Goods
1970 S Whitehead Drive, DewittSource: AGFC's license agent list, Oct 2026. Call ahead.
Parts of the White River
- Main PageWhite RiverThe White River in Arkansas, a trout tailwater below Bull Shoals Dam and, far downstream at Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge, water with crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass.
- Rivers & Streams · ArkansasWhite River (Bull Shoals Dam)The Bull Shoals tailwater of the White River, managed for trout from Bull Shoals Dam to the Highway 58 bridge at Guion, with rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout.
- Rivers & Streams · Arkansas · You're HereWhite River (St. Charles)The lower White River at Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge, whose 300 or so bodies of water include oxbow lakes, bayous and the river itself, with crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and catfish.
White River (St. Charles) Species
Species per USFWS.
Images: Duane Raver and Ryan Hagerty, USFWS. Public domain.
What to Use
Fishing In
Fish
Largemouth Bass
No agency season found
Fly
9 ft 7 or 8 wt rod, bass-taper floating line, 12 to 16 lb leader for poppers and divers.
Rod, Reel and Line
- RodOrvis Clearwater 9 ft 8 wt Fly RodCheck Price
- ReelRedington Behemoth Fly Reel · for 7 and 8 weightCheck Price
- LineRIO Avid Bass Fly Line · WF7F or WF8FCheck Price
Tie On in November
Typical picks from October, our closest listed month. Ask a local shop what is working in November.
- Fly for October · #2-10Bass Popper · Bass Popper AssortmentCheck Price
Spin / Cast
7 ft medium-heavy baitcasting rod, 7:1 reel, 15 lb fluorocarbon or 50 lb braid around heavy cover.
Rod, Reel and Line
- Rod & ReelLew's Mach Baitcasting Combo · 7 ft 2 in medium heavy, fast, right handCheck Price
- LinePowerPro Spectra Braided Line · 50 lbCheck Price
Tie On in November
- Lure for November · 4 to 5 inSoft Stick Bait · Yamamoto Senko 5 inCheck Price
- Lure for November · 6 to 10 inTexas-Rigged Worm · Zoom Trick WormCheck Price
- Lure for November · 1/4 to 3/4 ozBass JigSee Options
Picks: general for this fish, each checked against state and federal agency pages, not specific to this water. Ask a local shop what is working.
Gear: rods, reels and lines are starting points, sized from each maker's page. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure.
Map of White River (St. Charles)
Planning for a Month
Prime in November
No agency season found for the species here.
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Typical Weather
62°F high, 42°F low
About 4.5 in of precipitation for the month.
Typical, Not a Forecast: weather from NOAA's 1991 to 2020 normals at a station about 1 mi away.
Also Worth Packing
Clothing for November comes first, picked from typical weather here.
Waders & Boots
Simms Freestone Wading Boots
Supportive wading boots with determined traction for a full range of wading conditions, worn over waders or wading socks.
Pack It For: Year-round
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Frogg Toggs Pro Action Rain Jacket
A durable, waterproof hooded jacket for a wet month.
Pack It For: Nov to Apr
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Simms SolarFlex Sun Hoody
A UPF 50+ hooded sun shirt with a vented hood and extended sleeves, for long, bright days.
Pack It For: Apr to Oct
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Buff CoolNet UV Neckwear
A UPF 50 sun gaiter for the face and neck.
Pack It For: Apr to Oct
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Simms Neoprene Wading Socks
Worn inside wading boots in place of waders when the water is warm enough to wet wade.
Pack It For: May to Sep
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Ramps and Launches on White River (St. Charles)
Source: Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Boat and Kayak Access. Hours and fees change; check before you go.
Shops Near White River (St. Charles)
Guides and Charters Near White River (St. Charles)
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