Ever wanted to go Trout fishing on the world-famous White River in Northern Arkansas? Three Rivers Trout Guides has the fly fishing adventure for you!

The guides from Three Rivers Trout have the experience to take advanced anglers and people who have never fished before. Three Rivers Trout Guides specializes in fly fishing and spinning for Trout in the White River, a top-notch Trout fishing mecca. You’re looking at 4 to 8-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Cutthroat Trout, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 16’ Stealthcraft boat that can safely take up to 3 anglers. This boat features an ice box. For groups larger than 3, inquire with the captain for details. All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. Fishing licenses aren’t included, so make sure to get them before the trip.

You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip and catch cleaning and filleting are included. Lunch is available upon request at extra cost. Be sure to let the captain know ahead of time if you would like to add lunch. Children are welcome aboard, so you’re good to get the young ones started early.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Three Rivers Trout Guides.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Fly Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $350
    Trout fishing on the world-famous White River in Northern Arkansas. All rods and tackle are included, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Shore lunches are available upon request at extra cost. Any group over three guests will require additional guides; ask the captain for details. The meeting location is given the night before the trip after water flow info is released from the dam.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
    Cutthroat Trout
    Cutthroat Trout
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $450
    Trout fishing on the world-famous White River in Northern Arkansas. All rods and tackle are included, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Shore lunches are available upon request at extra cost. Any group over three guests will require additional guides; ask the captain for details. The meeting location is given the night before the trip after water flow info is released from the dam.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
    Cutthroat Trout
    Cutthroat Trout
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FAQs about Three Rivers Trout Guides

Three Rivers Trout Guides offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Fly Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Three Rivers Trout Guides, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Three Rivers Trout Guides include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Three Rivers Trout Guides offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Three Rivers Trout Guides offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Three Rivers Trout Guides include:
  • Brook Trout
  • Brown Trout
  • Cutthroat Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Meet the Captain

Brandon Cowan
Cotter, Arkansas, United States
11 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since January 2023
Captain Brandon enjoys guiding anglers of all levels, from people who have never fished and need extra attention to the most seasoned pros. He specializes in spin fishing and fly fishing, and wants to provide you with a fantastic experience on the famous White River.

About this listing

Targeted species

Brook Trout Brook Trout
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Cutthroat Trout Cutthroat Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Boat specs

Stealthcraft (Jet boat) originally built in 2020. Powered by a 40HP Mercury 60/40 jet engine engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 18 knots.

Length
16 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Spinning
Fly Fishing

Amenities

Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (9)
Great day on the river
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Good weather made for a great day
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Jeffrey O.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day with Brandon

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on May 30, 2023
Brandon was friendly,competent, and knowledgeable about the area we fished, got in contact the night before to make certain...
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Timothy M.
Excellent
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Great day on the river

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on March 19, 2024
We caught rainbows, cutthroat and 1 brown.  Brandon knows trout and how to catch them, he’s down to earth and makes you...
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Shannon V. T.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Solid trip, will be back

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on March 14, 2024
Captain Brandon was a great skipper. We went with no experience, and by the end of it we came out pros. Or I like to think...
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John G.
Bartlett, Tennessee
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Good weather made for a great day

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on August 7, 2023
Calm day became a day of consistent catches of rainbows and brown. Even my first time fly fishing nephew had good measure of...
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Terry B.
Mansfield, TX
Excellent
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Day trip with Captain Brandon

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on August 5, 2023
We had a great day on the water! Brandon worked hard to put us in position to catch fish. My grandson was able to land some...
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