Fishing at Lake Barksdale, Clark County, Arkansas

• Overview

  Lake Barksdale is one of the Clark County waters in Arkansas. The ground around here is oak and grass. With some 30 acres of water, there is room for a boat but no need of one. For a base, Glenwood sits 12 miles out. Little Rock is the closest city, 71 miles away. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near. It gives up fish to patience rather than to gear.

• Where to Fish on Lake Barksdale

  We hold no depth figure for this one. Inflow corners move water, and moving water gathers fish. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Anyone new to Lake Barksdale should walk it once before setting up. Small baits catch more; large baits catch bigger.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 40°F and July at about 80°F, the water has a wide range to work through. Fishing runs all year, with summer the awkward season. October and November give a second good stretch as it cools. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. On Lake Barksdale the same rules apply, with local timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  No public source sets out the position on this bank. No launch point is recorded nearby, so this is a bank water unless you carry a boat in. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Dwiggins Lake sits 3 miles off and takes the overflow. Signs at Lake Barksdale carry more weight than any list.