Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) 

5.0
(5 reviews)
 Iron Mountain Marina Drive 134, Arkadelphia, AR 71923, United States–

Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) 

Arkadelphia, AR, United States
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21 ft
3
5.0
(5 reviews)

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Book your next trip with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing and find out what you're missing in Arkadelphia.

These waters are known for Spotted Bass, Largemouth Bass, Catfish, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. On the day of your trip you're likely to bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

You'll be fishing aboard a 21' Skeeter bass boat with space for 2 passengers (we will make accommodations for parents and kids). It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Joel will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Waters will be available for you. There will be some light snacks for you on board.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Arkadelphia for yourself, with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing!

Book your next trip with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing and find out what you're missing in Arkadelphia.

These waters are known for Spotted Bass, Largemouth Bass, Catfish, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. On the day of your trip you're likely to bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

You'll be fishing aboard a 21' Skeeter bass boat with space for 2 passengers (we will make accommodations for parents and kids). It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Joel will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Waters will be available for you. There will be some light snacks for you on board.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Arkadelphia for yourself, with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing!

Joel Olson
Captain
Joel Olson
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Bass (Largemouth)
Catfish
Bass (Smallmouth)
Bass (White)
+1
US $415
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Catfish
Bass (Smallmouth)
Bass (White)
+1
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people

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5.0
5 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (12)

Reviews (5)

  • Erin Love
    Erin Love
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Trip Highlight

    Half Day Trip on March 13, 2026 • 3 adults

    My kids and I spent Spring Break in Hot Springs and I booked this on our final day. I’m so glad I did because my kids said this was the highlight of the trip. Laramie was a fantastic guide and supplied everything we needed for a great day fishing. Will definitely book with them again for future trips. Highly recommend!

  • Shamon Kenerson
    Shamon Kenerson
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on April 11, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an amazing fishing trip for my birthday. The Captain went out of his way to make sure that we caught fish and had fun. We caught catfish, bass, white perch, and blue gills. 10/10 recommend and we plan on booking another trip with him when we are in the hot springs area next time!

  • Chris Marchant
    Chris Marchant
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    March fishing trip

    Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM on March 18, 2026 • 3 adults
  • Mark P
    Mark P
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    Half Day Trip on August 6, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Jonathan Mauldin
    Jonathan Mauldin
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Half Day Trip on March 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    had a great experience overall! definitely would recommend to anyone. we will be booking another trip.

FAQs about Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY)

Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $415 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $415 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY), you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing
Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Hooked on Arkansas Fishing (DGY) include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (White)
  • Catfish

Your captain

Joel Olson
Joel Olson
Arkadelphia, Arkansas, United States
ID & license verified
5 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2026
Capt. Joel is experienced in navigating the waters of Kirby, Arkansas and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Catfish, Crappie and Largemouth Bass and you'll get to catch them using spinning, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Joel Olson
Joel Olson
Fully verified
5
reviews
2026
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Joel is experienced in navigating the waters of Kirby, Arkansas and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Catfish, Crappie and Largemouth Bass and you'll get to catch them using spinning, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
White Bass
White Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
White Bass
White Bass
Catfish
Catfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler proudly holding a crappie on the deck of a small bass boat during a calm freshwater fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Crappie
    Shamon K.
    Shamon K.
    We had an amazing fishing trip for my birthday. The Captain went out of his way to make sure that we caught fish and had fun. We caught catfish, bass, white perch, and blue gills. 10/10 recommend and we plan on booking another trip with him when we are in the hot springs area next time!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing on a calm river.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Northern Pike
    Chris M.
    Chris M.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught Largemouth Bass while fishing on a lake, wearing a life jacket.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Erin L.
    Erin L.
    My kids and I spent Spring Break in Hot Springs and I booked this on our final day. I’m so glad I did because my kids said this was the highlight of the trip. Laramie was a fantastic guide and supplied everything we needed for a great day fishing. Will definitely book with them again for future trips. Highly recommend!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
1995
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
You keep catch

How you can pay

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 PayPal
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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