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Beaver Lake tailwater fishing report
By Arkansas Game & Fish Commission
Aug 10, 2025
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Eureka Springs, Arkansas -- (updated 8-7-2025) Guide Austin Kennedy (479-244-0039) says, “When I stepped outside on Saturday morning to go fishing, man was that nice! Temperature was 62 degrees at my house, with clear skies. I knew for the next few days, we were getting some much-needed relief from the heat. However, enjoy it while it lasts because summer will return, probably by the time you are reading this.

“Now, onto the fishing: The water level is just about at the normal limit and the trout bite is doing very good. Spoons, jigs, soft plastics and dough baits have been the preferred method. As the water level returns to normal, it is time to start moving around and checking those favorite trout holes. The Army Corps of Engineers has been pushing plenty of water, too, so prepare for the flow. If you want to catch some bigger fish, you need to be looking for the deeper water. The bite isn’t going to be as quick, but the reward will be greater.

“As we start moving toward the “ber” ending months, start looking for the fish to shift into their fall spawn patterns.

“Remember: For additional updates, follow my Facebook page (Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service). I’m pretty much on the water every week. Feel free to message me if you have any questions. Take care, get out and catch some fish!”