Hansen Lake Fishing in Saline County, Arkansas

• Overview

  Hansen Lake lies in Saline County, in Arkansas. Pine and hardwood runs right down to the water. At roughly 5 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Saline County. The closest town, Hot Springs Village, is 13 miles distant. Perryville lies 15 miles off, Salem another 18 miles. Being near a boundary, it pays to know which side you are fishing.

• Where to Fish on Hansen Lake

  Nothing in our records gives a depth for this one. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. County-wide records name creole darter, redspot darter, green sunfish, longear sunfish and greenside darter. Read it as a county summary, not a water-by-water list. At Hansen Lake light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 39°F to 80°F. The season runs year-round, with the peak either side of summer. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Anyone fishing Hansen Lake regularly works to that calendar.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Night access is frequently treated as a separate matter. Failing this one, try Lake Winona, 3.5 miles away. For Hansen Lake in particular, ask before you travel.