Thread: Kayak Fishing Trip to Arkansas (need advice )

Originally Posted by kellerqx

Well I made it to kings river today, half way thru, the black clouds rolled in and I had to go to extreme paddle mode. But that was after first 2 hours and only one fish, well.....maybe it was a a big minnow, no ways near the 18in ch min length. So no worries about heading out. Now what to do , maybe go back and try again or locate another location? There is no way it could be worse...., but tomorrow's weather better.... but I thought this was prime river, I mean not even a follower to the boat and swim away. Kinda depressed. But the water was awesome and the float was good. Only once I had to get out of kayak due to dragging.... as well guys at kings river outfitters provide good service....

There are a couple small lakes local.... maybe that is an option..... still thinking about last day and crooked river....

Any thoughts?

Don't get bummed out your in God's land

Oh I never get bummed out, yes gods land I agree. Eureka Springs was worth the travel anyways, and now tomorrow's weather will improve. I would just like to catch a fish, but if not in the cards then I got a Mexican restaurant selected that has a fish taco! Winner winner fish dinner!!

Well made it over to Crooked Creek and the day was much better. Honestly I believe my Kings River strike out was me, my bait selection and not changing frequently enough to find out what they were wanting. Anyways no fish were harmed and all returned to the water - CPR ....... Thanks again for all the advice.

Looks like you had a good time. Thanks for the update.

Chris

I see you caught the only smallmouth in Crooked. No need for anyone else to go there looking for any more.

Nice fish!

Hopefully there will be more in October

Float trips are great fun . Thinking about one on a local river soon. The trip and scenery is worth the trip , fish just a bonus .