The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Arkansas, United States

April 10, 2022 Sachiko Swiger

Living up to its billing as “The Natural State”, the state is a nature wonderland with three national forests, nearly 9,000 miles of pristine streams and rivers, awe-inspiring settings in the Ozark and Quachita mountains and sparkling lakes.

The menu of vacation experiences is an exciting one. For great golf, spas, horse racing and the Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs is the place to go. Outdoor enthusiasts love the Ozark Mountains where activities like canoeing, rafting, kayaking, fishing, hiking and rock climbing are popular. The mountain village of Eureka Springs, with its streets lined with Victorian homes, is brimming with boutiques, antique shops and art galleries. Wine enthusiasts love the Arkansas Wine Country, encompassing the towns of Paris, Ozark and Altus, where German style wines are produced. From its ancient mountains to the Delta flatlands leveled by the Mississippi River, the state has a diverse topography with numerous scenic drives. Try the Pig Trail, Ozark Highlands and Sylamore scenic byways in the Ozark National Forest designated by the U.S. Forest Service. Golfers love the state because greens fees are extremely affordable for great courses. A few excellent public access courses are Sage Meadows in Jonesboro, Stonebridge Meadows in Fayetteville and the Mountain Ranch Course in Fairfield Bay.


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1. Cotter Trout Dock Guided Trout Fishing Tours

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5.0 based on 159 reviews

Cotter Trout Dock Guided Trout Fishing Tours

Arkansas Trout Fishing Outfitter Guide Service Guided Arkansas (one day) trout fishing trips on the White River and overnight (two day or more) fishing camp trips on our private 15 Acre island in the White River. Buffalo River wilderness area bass fishing trips and fishing camp trips. All trips are fully outfitted by us. Guides, fishing gear, camping gear (wall tents, cots, etc.), food and cooks are all included.On our one day (or half day) trips you don't just fish in the vicinity of our dock (called "fishing local"). On our usual "full day" trip, you fish 14 miles and on our usual "half day" you fish 10 miles of the White River. We then "pick you up" (along with your guides and Jon boats) and bring you back to our dock location in Cotter in our Suburbans and/or vans.Covering this larger portion of the river gives your guide the opportunity to get you to more "holes" (deeper areas) of the river where the guide knows the trout are likely to be. Catching 30 - 40 trout per day per person is not unusual. You can only keep five.If you prefer not to fish, we also do site-seeing trips the same way. Try our Shore Lunch of bacon and tomato sandwiches, black-eyed peas, hush-puppies, french fries and strawberry shortcake or banana pudding along with your freshly caught trout! This is all cooked by your guide along the riverbank over a charcoal fire.

2. Starkey Marina

Excellent
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5.0 based on 250 reviews

Starkey Marina

Family friendly marina on Beaver Lake. We have Hunt brother pizza made fresh when you order, snow cones, and a wide assortment of drinks and snacks. Not to mention 12 rental boats!

3. Xtreme Strike Guide Service

Excellent
96%
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Xtreme Strike Guide Service

Xtreme Strike Guide Service provides first class fishing on all area lakes of Hot Springs, AR. We mainly guide for Stripers and Hybrid Bass but also have guide recommendations for other species of fish. To set up your hassle free fishing trip with the areas best guides, give me a call.

4. SUPOutfitters

Excellent
93%
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5.0 based on 45 reviews

SUPOutfitters

Aloha, SUP Outfitters (SUP) Standup paddle boarding. Outdoor enthusiasts are you looking for more ways to enjoy outdoors and family-friendly. SUP Outfitters is the Stand-up Paddle-boarding resource for Northwest Arkansas focusing on Exploring Beaver Lake, Arkansas. Stand-up Paddle-boarding (SUP) ACA and Paddle Into Fitness Certified Instructor Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor Rentals • Lessons • ECO Tours Sales • SUP Yoga​ •Wednesday Happy Hour • Friday Night Sunset Paddles • Full Moon Paddles • Bachelorette Party’s • Family Reunions We provide all equipment needed (including safety gear) we begin with a basic lessons and fundamentals on carrying the board, getting on/off, standing, paddling techniques and safety. Best part WE meet you right at the WATERS edge no need to haul your equipment. See potential WATERFALLS & WILDLiFE Get hooked on SUP to change your lives for the better. Enhancing the quality of life in our home region of Northwest Arkansas

5. Tailwater Fishing Company

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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Tailwater Fishing Company

We are a premier trout fishing guide service that operates on the Little Red River in Arkansas. We provide everything you will need (except fishing your fishing license) to have a successful and fun filled day on the water. We host children of all ages and no group is too large. Give us a call for an adventure of a lifetime!

6. Leader Fishing Co.

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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Leader Fishing Co.

A premier, professional fishing charter/guide service on the Little Red River and Greers Ferry Lake, Ar. Fly and Spin, novice or advanced, we would love to have your business.

7. Buffalo River Float Service

Excellent
81%
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Buffalo River Float Service

Buffalo River Float is family owned and operated. We are an authorized concessioner of the Buffalo National River. We offer canoe, kayak, raft, tube rentals and shuttle services. In addition we offer guided scenic river tours along with guided fishing trips. Our float trips range from 1/2 day trips to 10 day trips.

8. Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service

Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service is located in Eureka Springs, Ar and fishes the White River. We fish for rainbow trout, brown trout, walleye, white bass and small mouth bass. Very competitive prices! We supply all the bait and fishing equipment and will clean your catch for you. Please visit our Facebook page (Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service) for up to date fishing photos and past fishing reviews! I am the only Guide in this area who fishes out of a full size, 2018 Mako fishing boat, that was built for 360 degrees of Fishing comfort.

9. Ryan's White River Guide Service

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5.0 based on 69 reviews

Ryan's White River Guide Service

Guided fishing trips on the White River for trout and on Beaver Lake for stripers. Located in Eureka Springs Arkansas.

10. Beau's Guide Service

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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Beau's Guide Service

Beau's Guide Service provides year-round professional guided fishing trips on the trophy waters of the Little Red River in Arkansas. Whether you are a beginner or an expert fisherman we will customize the ideal Little Red River adventure for you. Come join our team of experts and experience the greatest trout fishing adventure of a lifetime.

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