Date Posted: September 10, 2025

It’s shaping up to be a hot week here in Arkansas, with forecasted highs staying in the mid to upper 90s and very little chance of rain. With those above-average temps, the SWPA (South West Power Administration) has been running a little more water to meet power demand. Lately, we’ve been seeing 2 units of water coming online around 4 p.m. and running for about 4 hours. My hunch is this schedule will stay consistent throughout the week.

The good news is those extra releases are keeping water temps cool all the way downriver, which is great for both the trout and the anglers. The flows have been setting up excellent fishing conditions whether you’re floating from a boat or wade fishing in the right spots.

The nymph bite has been solid and should stay that way with the added water. Some hot flies right now include:

Pheasant Tail Soft Hackles

Guide’s Choice Hare’s Ears

Midges

Attractor patterns like Eggs and San Juan Worms


If you’re looking to get out, this week offers a great window—just plan around the afternoon generation schedule, and you’ll find some quality fishing.



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This report is included in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s fishing report. If there is the lake or stream you plan to fish visit the AGFC's FISHING REPORT for current news on other great fishing and recreational areas throughout the beautiful state of Arkansas.

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