The biggest alligator ever found in Arkansas was half-inch shy of 14 feet long and weighed around 800 pounds. Little Maumelle River NOTICE: The American Gamebird Research Education and Development Foundation, under recommendation from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, is conducting a 5-foot drawdown of Lake Erling in Lafayette County to combat the spread of giant salvinia, a highly invasive aquatic plant species not native to the United States. If you use artificial lures try deeper-diving lures. Find your next adventure. We could kill 3 alligators on millwood every night for a month.easily. 05-27-2016, 07:02 AM nmnita : Location: Bella Vista, Ark. There has been nothing to report this week. Reports have the bass being found both in deep water and shallow along rocky points. The water is going to be so high, you have to know where the holes are to catch these guys. Always check the USACE Little Rock app for the generation schedule before heading out. The lake is in good shape and clear for hte most part. They are now mainly found in the lower third of the state. McKinzie told the Northwest Arkansas Times (http://bit.ly/LPQ4o5) that by the time commission officials arrived the animal was gone. But the amount of rain weve had, the crappie will be out of the flow of the lake, now, in the murky waters, and wont be deep. Millwood is near 260.6 feet msl and remains almost 16 inches above normal pool and falling. What to know. The shad are spread out. Walleye fishing in Beaver Lake. Bream, too, are a little more active. (updated 2-16-2023) Fish N Stuff (501-834-5733) in Sherwood reports that the lake right now will have some stain to it especially past the U.S. Highway 270 bridge on the upper part of the lake. In the clearer water farther down the lake, anglers been catching bass on Alabama rigs (which a few weeks back landed a 10-plus-pound largemouth in a tournament) and on green pumpkin or brown-colored jigs. Lake Bennett, Woody Hollow State Park, AR. (updated 2-9-2023) WestRock Landing in Roland (501-658-5598) reported that water temperature is in the mid-40s. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Some fish are already staging early prespawn areas in the creeks. De Queen Lake Of 147 tags available, 84 hunters managed to kill an alligator during the two-weekend season. Amenities vary at each different property. Millwood Lake "We expect a big change in the next three weeks," they report. Bream, crappie, catfish, striped bass, and largemouth bass can be . There are not a lot of crappie anglers out yet with the chill (35 degrees Friday) still in the air. The northern portion of the lake has some color to the water, while past Cove Creek and Eden Isle the lake gets clearer. Total hourly outflow at the dam is still high; at midday it was 18,275 cfs, and in the past two days the flo2 has been as high as 19,600 cfs. Big snow/freeze knocked them back here. Mike Huckabee Delta Rivers Nature Center, Forrest L. Wood Crowley's Ridge Nature Center, Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center, Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center, J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center, Rick Evans Grandview Prairie Nature Center, Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Action Plan | 2020-2025, Disability, Mobility-impaired, 65-Plus, Military Retiree, Lifetime Licenses. (501-834-5733) in Sherwood said the fishing says the fish have been biting pretty well toward the backs of creeks on the upper end. Two fish is a coincidence. Mud Lake, Horseshoe and McGuire oxbows along Little River have had the best water clarity and the most aggressive largemouth and spotted bass over the past few weeks. Norfork Tailwater Knowing it was a big one, but not quite how big, they were excited about the catch. Stripers are still good. A 2.8 McMinnow is on deck. As a result both Bull Shoals and Norfork Dams have been releasing a lot of water. I didn't get to head out on the lake until 10 a.m., but as luck would have it, the bite was on as soon as I got to the area that I wanted to check out. (Top navigation pool is 338.2 and bottom pool is 336.0.) She says good days should fall on March 4-10, while the best days are March 18-24. Theyve also had success with red crankbaits and red Rat-L-Trap. Shelly has already started looking ahead to the good moon times for next month. Use a dark-colored bait. Check the most recent lake level of Millwood Lake on the guide services website linked above, or at the Army Corps of Engineers website. JavaScript is disabled. No specific bait was reported. With colder temperatures, the, As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation at 1,121.60 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 1,121.43 feet msl; top flood elevation is 1,130.0 feet msl). (updated 2-23-2023) Fish N Stuff (501-834-5733) in Sherwood said the Little Red is really blown out with the water being released from Greers Ferry Dam over the past week or more. As of Friday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was 401.55 feet msl (full pool: 387.00 feet msl; top flood elevation is 419.0 feet msl). 3 miles south as the crow flies is Kingfisher Lake on Petit Jean WMA. He says he was headed out on the lake last week searching for fish when . Bo was fishing with Pautzke Fire Eggs, and hereleased the massive fish after this photo was taken. Remember that the White and North Fork Rivers and Dry Run Creek are infected with didymo, an invasive alga. Bait presentation should be very slow. Expect more of the same as far as generation schedule goes. Alligators have lived in Arkansas for thousands of years. White River I do the same for my two clients when I am guiding. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation at 1,121.60 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 1,121.43 feet msl; top flood elevation is 1,130.0 feet msl). Some holding in the mouths of the creeks and main lake and are over 120-150 feet and have been suspended 90-100 down. Bull Shoals Lake Greers Ferry Lake. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was 260.33 feet msl (normal pool: 259.20 feet msl; top flood elevation is 287.0 feet msl). Use something bright: chartreuse, Mo-Glo. Water temperatures have been 43-44 degrees. He told me the fly he used. Though they may travel some distance over land in search of food or mates, alligators typically remain within a few miles of their home territory throughout their lives. I knew what was going on. Look for balls of shad and try throwing an Alabama rig. Everything is still deep but moving up the channels. Check with the Army Corps of Engineers website for real-time release data, ). Theyve also had success with red crankbaits and red Rat-L-Trap. Bee Lake had a few keepers to play with recently as long as the wind would let you stay out on the main lake. Beaver Lake (updated 2-23-2023) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said Bull Shoals Lake elevation has fallen slightly over the last week due to the drier weather but the upcoming rains may put us back where we were. The lake on Wednesday was at 660.35 feet msl, which is very near the seasonal power pool level. Flow at the Terry Lock and Dam was 54,428 cfs. Catfish are still looking for the bream. Many crappie anglers are using the LiveScope and searching them out and using a variety of baits, mostly jigs, artificials and minnows. Lasting heat of summer and stable conditions paid off for Arkansas hunters lucky enough to draw a tag in the 2019 alligator season. Weekends can get quite crowded. The surface water temperature was 49 degrees and the water was stained in the creeks but a little clearer on the main lake. Blue Catfish This is because they make alligator holes, which create new habitats. It is home to both rugged mountainous regions as well as rich and fertile lowlands. With color to the water, anglers have been flipping a brown or a black/blue jig in and around cover and fishing it slow to pull in bass. Stripers do make a spawn just like every other fish in the lake; the only difference is the eggs do not recruit new fish. Water temperature is ranging 44-50 degrees, about a 2-4 degree rise from this time last week. Theyve also been catching them on darker-colored Chatterbaits. Add a little bigger sinker to allow the bait to get to the river bottom. A forum community dedicated to Arkansas hunters and enthusiasts. As of 1 p.m. there had been 31 straight hours of release in the neighborhood of 3,800 cfs. Del regularly posts new YouTube videos. can be reached at 870-898-2800 for availability or additional information. Or, visit the AGFC nature center in Pine Bluff or Little Rock to see live alligators in captivity. McKinzie says a resident told officials he was licensed to own an alligator. Remember that the White and North Fork Rivers and Dry Run Creek are infected with didymo, an invasive alga. John also offers an explanation for choosing the right fly: Fly selection is a big deal in fly-fishing. After the lake rose over 3 feet with over 4-6 inches of rainfall the lake clarity turned to chocolate milk and almost completely shut down the bite we had the week before. Late in 2022 the AGFC hatchery staff stocked about 180,000 fathead minnows, 111,902 golden shiners, 78,840 bluegill and 82,056 redear sunfish. Then add in sulfur and Mercer and red River and you probably have enough gators for the whole south. The elevation is 249.26 feet msl. Factors like diet, exercise, stress levels, and environmental conditions can all impact an alligators lifespan. (updated 2-23-2023) Del Colvin at Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock said that with Bull Shoals Lake level being at 660 feet msl, the Corps of Engineers has been pushing water through the dam. Once I have identified the trend I make sure everyone has the most productive flies. Lizards, soft plastics of any type and crankbaits are working. Males are bigger than females, and size is generally related to age, with the oldest males being the longest and the heaviest. For a daily fishing report and lake condition go to www.blackburnsresort.com and click on Scuba Steve's Blog. Its kind of slow right now. Crappie are still biting but its difficult to catch them from the shoreline or dock. For the most up-to-date lake level, visit the U.S. Geological Survey's Lake Conway water level site. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Crappie and draining of wetlands from 1860 to 1960. Roads can still be seen going into the lake; some are used for boat ramps. Harris Brake Lake Resort (501-889-2745) says fishing is mostly no good this week after all the rain. Brewer Lake The stage at Pine Bluff is at 31.63 and slightly on the rise (flood stage is 42 feet). Holla Bend NWR has the Northenmost (documented) population of Gators in Arkansas. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's mission is to conserve and enhance Arkansas's fish and We are now just three-quarters of a foot above the top of the power pool and 1 feet above where we were on Feb. 7 before the 3-inch-plus rain. Young alligators start out with needle-like teeth, which they use to prey on small animals such as insects, crustaceans, and fish. Double Deceiver patterns in yellow or olive have been working best for me, Mike said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Fishing has been good for crappie and mostly on structure of some sort in the 6- to 20-foot range. The Southwestern Power Administration has dictated power generation at nearly five generators (14,000 cfs) pretty much round-the-clock this week, so be very careful motoring in these higher water conditions. One-Knocker Rat-L-Traps in Red Shad, Toledo Gold or Goldfire Craw picked up several chunky, fat male bass on cypress trees and knees in 7-8 feet of depth near flats adjacent to spawning locations, but the retrieve had to be slow and deliberate deflecting off wood, stumps and cypress knees. The White River at Newport was 22.29 feet, indicating they are letting out quite a bit of water out of both lakes. They both have large drainages and are prone to flooding during and following any rain event. I landed fish on a Bayou Magic Tater Shad with a half-ounce white big eye jighead, as well as a three-quarter-ounce Binks Many Shad white spoon. said that as of Wednesday, Millwood Lake has begun falling from recent rise over 3 feet and is still muddy from recent storms. Saugeye, Jim Harris On my home lake - Millwood - there were three permits available by drawing this year. The preferred bait is a yellow-headed hair jig, and some minnows are being used, though not as many as jigs. Trout key in on the shad kill this time of year as freezing temperatures stun threadfin shad in Lake Hamilton and these baitfish are drawn through the turbines and scattered throughout the tailrace area. Amongst these lowlands is the Mississippi Alluvial Region which includes many swamps and wetlands. We have none that I know of. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was 405.58 feet msl (full pool: 408.00 feet msl). No bream or bass reports. (updated 2-23-2023) Bates Field and Stream (501-470-1846) said crappie have been biting in the usual hot spots like Gold Creek. GRAVETTE, Ark. Some reports say they are deep at 18-22 feet. Lake Ouachita There have been numerous shad coming through Bull Shoals Dam. The Corps of Engineers is "running it strong," they report, and the water below the dam is at 314 feet msl. Also check the Southwestern Power Administration website (swpa.gov) to see forecast generation schedule. The surface water temperature was 49 degrees and the water was stained in the creeks but a little clearer on the main lake. Fishing on the Little Red from a boat in high water has been good as far as the streamer bite goes. "It hasn't been a hard winter up here. Water temperature was ranging 51-54 degrees as of Tuesday. However, as alligators age, their teeth become stronger and more robust, which allows them to prey on much bigger animals. Bass have been caught this week on Chatterbait (black/blue, a Z Man Jackhammer is a good one to throw now with more vibration to it than others), or flipping a black/blue jig as well as a square-bill crankbait. Flow below the dam Thursday midday was 3,041 cfs. The lake is closed to fishing until spring as it serves as a rest area for migrating waterfowl, and as access opens up after the White River recedes in the area. Walleye stocking photos: Beaver Lake Walleye: back to top. As of Thursday, the Corps of Engineers said water flow at the Ormond Lock and Dam was 15,682 cfs. The overflow of that food source into the river sets off the famous voracious feeding pattern and the easy trout catch, which anglers love. The White River at Newport was 22.29 feet, indicating they are letting out quite a bit of water out of both lakes. Mama gators protect the nest. This week we've seen a significant shad kill on the lake. Contact the AZ Animals editorial team. These fish were hybrids, stripers and white bass. (updated 2-23-2023) Mike Siefert at Millwood Lake Guide Service said that as of Wednesday, Millwood Lake has begun falling from recent rise over 3 feet and is still muddy from recent storms. When my wife, Lori, and I go out, I rig our rods differently. If they tied the fly and you do not have one, they will often give you one and wish you luck. Deinosuchuslived 82 to 73 million years ago during the Cretaceous era and spent their time in brackish water. Be great if all this rain was snow. White bass are a fun fish for new anglers and old alike. John said, We have had a shad kill. With the recent detection of the plant at nearby Mercer Bayou and the spread of the plant within Erling, AGRED worked with the AGFC to determine a plan that would help combat the aquatic nuisance species. With the rising water level, the largemouth bass bite will become really good. The crawdads are becoming active. Carefully check the water level before entering Crooked Creek or the Buffalo River. Elevation was 338.20 feet msl and the tailwater was at 289.21 feet msl. The massive influx of healthy rainbow trout to the lake rejuvenates the tailrace to an earlier scenario of quality fishing. White River/Clarendon Area With Little River turned to chocolate milk again this week with all the inflow, current and gate discharge, we are just going to take a wait-and-see approach as normal lake pool should be achieved over the next week to 10 days provided we don't have much more rainfall. The aforementioned forage and bream species will be stocked again in the fall of 2025, along with black crappie. As of Friday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was at 359.00 feet msl (normal pool: 342.00 feet msl; top flood elevation is 373.0 feet msl). As stated earlier, this process is ongoing and is regulated by Entergy on a weekly basis. Using a jerkbait on breezy day bluff ends over steeper swings and points will fool a few. The largest alligator ever was a 19ft 2in long alligator caught on Marsh Island, Louisiana, in 1890. The fish were being a little more aggressive. If it worked yesterday, it should produce fish today. As of midday Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reported the lakes elevation at 556.22 feet msl (normal conservation pool: Sept.-April, 553.75 feet msl; April-Sept. 556.25 feet msl; top flood elevation 580.0 feet msl). As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation was 405.58 feet msl (full pool: 408.00 feet msl). I tried a variety of methods and the one that worked best was spider-rigging with minnows at a slow crawl! Kent said. Streamer season is upon us. The Chinese alligator is critically endangered and is the smaller of the two species. It is the choice of the fly that you are going to use to catch fish. Fishing continues to be up and down just like the weather. This makes alligators significantly larger than caimans which reach a maximum of 13 feet long, and gharials which reach around 14 feet. This article explores ten absolutely amazing lakes found in Arkansas. * No reports on bream or catfish. Mike says they continue to find a few large schools of white bass over the past couple weeks along Little River above White Cliffs about 2 miles before getting to the mouth of McGuire Lake. John also offers an explanation for choosing the right fly: Fly selection is a big deal in fly-fishing. I didn't get to head out on the lake until 10 a.m., but as luck would have it, the bite was on as soon as I got to the area that I wanted to check out. The crappie are in a prespawn bite and found around brush and other cover. (updated 2-23-2023) Seth Boone, the superintendent at Lake Poinsett State Park, reported Lake Poinsett had crappie biting well on minnows and jigs. Merthiolate and June Bug colors were working in the stained water in back of McGuire. Arkansas River (Little Rock Area Pools) Beavers are thick in north Arkansas. After washing out this past spring, the beavers never repaired it. Shelly Jeffrey at Lake Charles State Park (870-878-6595) said fishing continues to pick up at Lake Charles. Think white for baits and flies this week: shad patterns, white egg patterns, white-bellied stick baits the water level will support deep-diving jerkbaits white jigs and minnows. Ledges, humps and weed lines have been the most productive areas to fish. But warm weather has made for great times on the water.. * White bass continue to bite well. The stage at Morrilton was down almost 6 feet from this time a week ago, to 12.28 feet (flood stage is 30 feet). The hot flies have been olive Woolly Buggers with a bit of flash, cerise and hot pink San Juan worms and Y2Ks. There is a 10 acre slough behind my place where beaver dam broke down about five years ago and beavers never repaired it. It is the choice of the fly that you are going to use to catch fish. Check it out. When I rig my rod before starting, I take all of this information and determine what flies would be the best to use and I tie on as many as I can. The walleye are the first to pick up.". (updated 2-23-2023) John Berry of Berry Brothers Guide Service in Cotter (870-435-2169) said Crooked Creek and the Buffalo River are fishing poorly. The water temps are in the mid-40s and close to 50 degrees in the river arms. Anglers should try using Carolina-rigged lizards, crankbaits, spinnerbaits and drop-shots. Pond is now holding about half as much water as it should be. Fossilized remains have been found in 10 US states so far, with much more possibilities as yet undiscovered. I had a much better day of catching fish (Monday). Parallel steeper ledge 45-degree banks and steeper transition banks. Try throwing articulated patterns on a sink line toward the bank. * Over the past few weeks, the crappie bite improved, then thunderstorms and lake wind advisories destroyed clarity and discharge along Little River went back to over 30,000 cfs. These freshwater habitats are prime areas for alligators that thrive in these areas, and some can reach incredible lengths. Boxhound Marina (870-670-4496) is closed for the winter and will reopen this month. The river current has dropped, but the schools of white bass are migrating up and along Little River. Wind, wind, wind and clouds will help. This should improve with warm days and dirty water. Cole Harken is a wildlife expert living in Conway. Check out the Lakeview Landing Hwy 95 Facebook page for water temperature and other updates. Arkansas River (Maumelle Pool) The stage at Augusta is steady at 31.87 feet, nearly 6 feet above flood stage of 26.00 feet. 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