Fishing / Fly Fishing
There are few places in the entire USA that offer the opportunity for such a wide range of species that may be caught fly fishing. The Ozarks comes top of the list for those options.
The jewel in the crown is the White river, and the short section of the Norfolk that flows into the White river some 40 miles downstream of Bull shoals dam. The White and Norfolk rivers
currently produce many world class trophy trout, many in excess of 10lb, and for those lucky anglers numbers of fish in excess of that are caught through the year. Both rivers contain,
Brown, Rainbow, Brook and Cutthroat trout.
Both the White and Norfolk rivers are designated tail waters, that is they are influenced by water flows from release of water from the lakes through the dam at Bull shoals and Norfolk. The continuous flows of water from the lake above introduce into the river systems the vital nutrients to sustain invertebrate food sources, one of the reasons why trout will grow fast in these fertile systems.
Fly fishers have some 100 miles of trout water combined for the two rivers. There are 5 designated trophy catch and release zones through the systems. Through out the systems there are a number of shoals, good wadeable water that holds many fish. Fly fishing from a drifting boat is very popular and would be the only option if water levels are too high to permit wading access.
The Arkansas Game and Fish have provided for a good number of access points for both wade and boat access.
Click here for more information on Arkansas Fly Fishing Vacations in the Ozarks.

Gaston's White River Resort
1777 River Road
Lakeview, AR 72642
Phone: (870) 431-5202
Email: gastons@gastons.com
Web Site: http://www.gastons.com
America's #1 Trout-Fishing Resort. We do the work and you fish - in style and comfort. First class lodging, restaurant with a spectacular view & a private club. Tennis court, swimming pool and conference lodge for group meetings or parties. Even a private landing strip for fly-in guests. It costs no more to go first class... Location/Directions: Located across the Bull Shoals Dam from Flippin/Bull Shoals in Lakeview at 1777 River Road. Go to Bull Shoals State Park on Powerhouse Road and turn left at the ranger station onto River Road. We are two miles down on the right hand side.
His Place Resort
89 Chamberlain Lane
Cotter, AR 72626
Toll-Free: (866) 435-6535
Phone: (870) 435-6535
Fax: (870) 435-6536
Email: info@hisplaceresort.net
Web Site: http://www.hisplaceresort.net
If you want to enjoy the peace of a quiet, river side facility, you'll love His Place. Our facilities are quiet, peaceful, private, and relaxing.
In addition to lodging on the banks of the White River, we offer Professional Guided Fishing Trips, and Nature & Wildlife Observation Float Trips. Whether you love to fish, or just love nature, you'll be sure to enjoy His Place. Location/Directions: We're one mile north of the historic railroading town of Cotter, Arkansas, Trout Capital of the USA. We are ten minutes west of Mountain Home, Arkansas. From Highway 62, on the west side of bridge that crosses the White, take Denton Ferry Road, head North, go to the bottom of the hill, and we are on the left, next to Denton Ferry RV Park.
Jimmy T's Fly Fish Arkansas Outfitter
Hwy 178
PO Box 751
Bull Shoals, AR 72619
Phone: (870) 404-8906
Fax: (870) 445-3848
Email: wishfish@wholedamarea.com
Web Site: http://www.flyfisharkansas.com
Jimmy T's Flyfish Arkansas for your corporate, individual, Family or vaction trip to the White or Norfork Rivers. Fast action for big numbers of fish or sight fishing and stalking the trophy brown trout. Want to learn to fly fish? We can show you how. From the novice to the most advanced we know where the fish are and how to catch them. Location/Directions: In the town of Bull Shoals next door to the only convience store in town (TyStar) you will find our Fly Shop/Gift Shop. WISHES & FISHES... One mile West of the Dam on Hwy 178 and nine miles north of Flippin.
Newlands Lodge
295 River Road
Lakeview, AR 72642
Toll-Free: (800) 334-5604
Phone: (870) 431-5678
Fax: (870) 431-8626
Email: newland@newlands.com
Web Site: http://www.newlands.com
If you are looking for a destination for a memorable family vacation or reunion, Newlands might be the best choice for you. we are located right on the bank of the beautiful White River. We provide all modern conveniences, high speed internet, attractive lodging, highly professional guide service, conference center overlooking the river, boat and canoe rentals...we are always for your service! Location/Directions: While it's true that we're located in one of the most serene, unspoiled areas of the nation, it is not that difficult to find your way to Newland's. Many people fly into Little Rock, Arkansas or Springfield, Missouri...then drive a rental to Newland's.
Old Ferry Road Bed & Breakfast
706 Old Ferry Road
Lakeview, AR 72642
Phone: (870) 431-4446
Email: innkeeper@oldferryroadbb.com
Web Site: http://oldferryroadbb.com
Outstanding spacious modern B&B near the beginnings of the White River Tail waters below the Bull Shoals dam. Comfortable for everyone with plenty of fly fishing amenities.
Rainbow Drive Resort
669 Rainbow Landing Drive
Cotter, AR 72626
GPS: 36 18 51 N/92 33 9.6 W
Phone: (870) 430-5217
Fax: (870) 430-5686
Email: rainbow@mtnhome.com
Web Site: http://rainbowdriveresort.com
Southern Hospitality on the White River! Cabins, cottages and lodges. Each unit includes sleeping area/bedroom(s), kitchen & dining, bath(s), satellite, WiFi, grill and screened porch; most with fireplaces and Jacuzzis. Onsite bait shop with jon boats, canoes, great guide service and fishing licenses. Custom packages, catered meals, massages, golf, horseback riding, caving and hiking available. Location/Directions: From Mountain Home, travel Hwy 62/412 west to Cotter. Turn right at Denton Ferry Road. (opposite Baymen's Beverage). Travel north for about 4 miles to the Rainbow Landing Drive (see Resort sign). Turn left, follow the paved road for 1/2 mile.
Rivercliff's White River Cabins
43 Double L Lane
Lakeview, AR 72642
GPS: 3.32NW 4.5
Phone: (870) 431-7777
Email: info@dlnt.net
Web Site: http://www.rivercliff.com
Rivercliff's White River cabin is located right on the banks of the river just below the Bull Shoals dam. We have a popular unique small cabin A full kitchen with all appliances. Full sized baths, queen sized bed, cable tv, charcoal grills. Our dock offers guide service for both fly and spin fishing. Location/Directions: Rivercliff white river cabins are located just 1.5 miles down from the Bull Shoals dam on the White river only 2 miles from the famous Gaston's restaurant in North Central Arkansas.
We are nearly 15 miles from Mountain Home, 45 miles from Harrison, 100 miles from Springfield, MO and 150 miles from Little Rock.
White Buffalo Resort
418 White Buffalo Trail
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Phone: (870) 425-8555
Fax: (870) 425-0357
Email: wbuffalo@mtnhome.com
The White Buffalo Resort is a unique place in the heart of the Ozarks. Our 3/4 mile of White River frontage at the mouth of the Buffalo River provides the most scenic landscapes imaginable and the best diversified fishing on the rivers. Cabins, rv sites, boats, canoes and guides available. Location/Directions: Located outside of Mountain Home, AR at Buffalo City on the White River. Leaving Mtn Home west on 62/412 turn south onto 126 to Buffalo City. Hwy 126 ends at the resort: after crossing tracts turn at White Buffalo Resort sign. You are here!
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