Norfork Lake Chamber of Commerce - Resorts, Fishing, Outdoor Activities

Fishing

Norfork Lake is an outstanding fishery, drawing fishing enthusiasts from across the country and hosting tournaments for several species of fish. The lake is well known among anglers for the striped bass it yields. Norfork offers good fishing for both largemouth and smallmouth bass, white bass, stripers, crappie, bream, walleye, and catfish. Mild winters enable anglers to enjoy fishing throughout the year. The cold water of the North Fork River, downstream of Norfork Dam, is a world-class stream. The Arkansas record brook trout and a previous world record brown trout were taken from the river. The Norfork National Fish Hatchery is located below the dam and produces trout for stocking in the North Fork and other suitable waters in Arkansas and contiguous states. Dry Run Creek, next to the hatchery is a great trout stream for kids. With Norfork Lake located in both Arkansas and Missouri, fishing regulations and limits are set by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) and Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). The Norfork Lake community has taken an active role in conserving our natural resource and protecting our waters from dangerous Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).

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