Arkansas Guided Fly Fishing Trips

Private guided fly fishing · Arkansas On The Fly

Choose your time on the water.

Three trip lengths, the same personal approach. Compare the options below, then view trip details and available dates.

01 · A FOCUSED OUTING

Half Day

4 hours

A good fit for

First-time anglers, families and guests fitting fishing into a shorter visit.

2026 · per boat
$400
2027 · per boat
$425

Drinking water included.

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02 · MORE TIME TO SETTLE IN

¾ Day

Approximately 6 hours

A good fit for

Anglers who want more time to cover water and refine technique without a full-day commitment.

2026 · per boat
$500
2027 · per boat
$525

Drinking water included.

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03 · MAKE A DAY OF IT

Full Day

Approximately 8 hours

A good fit for

Guests who want the most time to explore water, make adjustments and enjoy an unhurried day.

2026 · per boat
$600
2027 · per boat
$625

Lunch and drinking water included.

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Fish Arkansas all year with a private guide. Choose a Half Day, ¾ Day or Full Day, with instruction and a fishing plan shaped around your experience and river conditions. Each trip includes a guide and boat for up to two anglers. A $200 deposit per boat is applied toward your full trip rate.

Explore the White River below Bull Shoals Dam, Beaver Tailwater in Northwest Arkansas, Norfork and the Little Red River. Tell us which water interests you; your guide confirms the river, meeting point and availability before your trip.

Your preferred date unavailable? Request another AOTF guide at least seven days ahead. We’ll confirm guide availability before you pay a deposit.

Cotter Bridge crossing the White River in Cotter, Arkansas

Included with every trip

  • Private guide and boat for up to two anglers
  • Premium fly rods, reels and tackle
  • Personal instruction for your experience level
  • Drinking water

Flexible meeting times. Your guide confirms your start time and launch location around river and weather conditions. Trips are catch-and-release.

Full trip rates are in USD. Your fishing date determines the year’s rate. A $200 deposit per boat is applied toward the full rate. A third angler may be added for $150. Existing confirmed quotes are honored; agreed extras are additional.

Arkansas fishing licenses and trout permits are not included. Read what to expect and how to prepare.

Meet the people in your boat

Owner and guide Brad Sperry founded Arkansas On The Fly in 2017. Get to know the guides, their backgrounds and their approach to helping you enjoy your day on the water.

Meet our guides

Plan your guided trip

Do you guide all year?

Yes. We offer guided trips year-round. Your guide plans around river flows, weather and available access.

Can beginners join a trip?

Yes. Trips include instruction matched to your experience, along with fly rods, reels and tackle.

Which river will we fish?

Tell us your preferred river when planning your trip. Your guide confirms the river and meeting point around conditions and availability. Explore our rivers to learn about the different waters.

What should I read before my trip?

Start with What to Expect for preparation and trip details. Angler Resources brings together water information, access guides and official fishing rules.