What special fishing regulations apply at Greers Ferry Lake?

Greers Ferry Lake carries 3 special-regulation overlays that override Arkansas' statewide 2026 rules, covering Largemouth bass and Walleye. One of them reads: "Largemouth + smallmouth bass 12 in min; smallmouth daily limit 6. Walleye less than 14 in must be released immediately in Greers Ferry and its tributaries (14 in min). No limit on white bass for Greers Ferry and its tributaries. IGFA all-tackle world record walleye 22 lb 11 oz caught here March 1982 by Al Nelson — remains the AR state record and one of the historically significant walleye fisheries in America." Every overlay on this water body is listed in full above.

Do I need a fishing license to fish Greers Ferry Lake?

Yes. Greers Ferry Lake is in Arkansas, so a valid Arkansas fishing license is required just as it is anywhere else in the state, issued by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). The special regulations on this page change the bag, size, slot, or gear rules for Greers Ferry Lake; they do not waive the license requirement. Free-fishing days and youth exemptions follow the statewide Arkansas rules.

Do Greers Ferry Lake's special rules replace Arkansas' statewide limits?

Only where they conflict. Arkansas' statewide 2026 regulations apply on Greers Ferry Lake by default; the overlays above replace the matching statewide rules for the species or gear they name, while everything not specifically overridden still follows the statewide rule. When a water-body rule and the statewide rule disagree, the water-body rule wins.

Which species have special rules on Greers Ferry Lake?

Largemouth bass and Walleye have a water-body-specific rule on Greers Ferry Lake, each linking to its full Arkansas regulations above. Species not listed here follow the statewide Arkansas limits.

2026 regulation year

Greers Ferry Lake 2026 — Arkansas Fishing Regulations

Arkansas statewide rules apply unless overridden below.

Last updated June 8, 2026

Greers Ferry Lake carries 3 special-regulation overlays on top of Arkansas's 2026 fishing rules — covering Largemouth bass, Walleye. Verify the agency booklet before launching: in-season changes are not yet wired to this page.

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State-level special regulation

Largemouth + smallmouth bass 12 in min; smallmouth daily limit 6. Walleye less than 14 in must be released immediately in Greers Ferry and its tributaries (14 in min). No limit on white bass for Greers Ferry and its tributaries. IGFA all-tackle world record walleye 22 lb 11 oz caught here March 1982 by Al Nelson — remains the AR state record and one of the historically significant walleye fisheries in America
Source: Arkansas special-water list

Per-species rules on Greers Ferry Lake

Largemouth bass regulations →
12 in min largemouth + smallmouth; smallmouth daily limit 6; no white-bass limit
Walleye regulations →
14 in min, walleye under 14 in released; IGFA all-tackle world record walleye 22 lb 11 oz March 1982 by Al Nelson; Little Red River tributary spring run

Official source

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) publishes the authoritative 2026 Arkansas fishing regulations. Special-regulation lakes and rivers are listed in the agency booklet — always verify before fishing.

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Emergency-order channel

In-season closures, slot-limit changes, and run-count-driven harvest pauses are posted to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's emergency-order feed — check it before any Arkansas trip during the active season.

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Frequently asked questions

What special fishing regulations apply at Greers Ferry Lake?: Greers Ferry Lake carries 3 special-regulation overlays that override Arkansas' statewide 2026 rules, covering Largemouth bass and Walleye. One of them reads: "Largemouth + smallmouth bass 12 in min; smallmouth daily limit 6. Walleye less than 14 in must be released immediately in Greers Ferry and its tributaries (14 in min). No limit on white bass for Greers Ferry and its tributaries. IGFA all-tackle world record walleye 22 lb 11 oz caught here March 1982 by Al Nelson — remains the AR state record and one of the historically significant walleye fisheries in America." Every overlay on this water body is listed in full above.
Do I need a fishing license to fish Greers Ferry Lake?: Yes. Greers Ferry Lake is in Arkansas, so a valid Arkansas fishing license is required just as it is anywhere else in the state, issued by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). The special regulations on this page change the bag, size, slot, or gear rules for Greers Ferry Lake; they do not waive the license requirement. Free-fishing days and youth exemptions follow the statewide Arkansas rules.
Do Greers Ferry Lake's special rules replace Arkansas' statewide limits?: Only where they conflict. Arkansas' statewide 2026 regulations apply on Greers Ferry Lake by default; the overlays above replace the matching statewide rules for the species or gear they name, while everything not specifically overridden still follows the statewide rule. When a water-body rule and the statewide rule disagree, the water-body rule wins.
Which species have special rules on Greers Ferry Lake?: Largemouth bass and Walleye have a water-body-specific rule on Greers Ferry Lake, each linking to its full Arkansas regulations above. Species not listed here follow the statewide Arkansas limits.

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