Anglers, It’s Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend June 7-9

It's time to grab your fishing gear and head out to one of Arkansas' beautiful lakes and go fishing. This weekend it is the Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend from noon on Friday, June 7, until Sunday evening, June 9, 2024.

Arkansas State Parks give us access to 18 rivers and 25 lakes. So there are a lot of fishing opportunities for anglers. This weekend enjoy fishing and take advantage of full-service marinas and boat docks with boat rentals, fishing supplies, fuel, and more. This is also a great time to take the kids out and share your love of fishing with them.

Free Fishing Weekend is made possible by a proclamation by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission sponsors the annual Free Fishing Weekend. This event allows both residents and non-residents of Arkansas to fish without a license or a trout stamp. But please be aware that all daily limits and fishing regulations will remain enforced. No license will be required from noon on Friday, June 7 until 11:59 PM on Sunday, June 9.

Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Secretary Shea Lewis said in a press release,

Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend is a fantastic opportunity for families, friends, and nature enthusiasts to reconnect with the great outdoors and experience the thrill of fishing in The Natural State. Whether casting a line from the shore of a tranquil lake or wading through a babbling stream, Arkansas offers endless possibilities for unforgettable fishing adventures.

 

Once the Free Fishing Weekend is over you can purchase licenses online at AGFC.com or through the free AGFC mobile app.

If you would like more information about the Arkansas Free Fishing Weekend event and other fishing opportunities in The Natural State, please visit ArkansasStateParks.com.

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