How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Searcy, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Searcy, Arkansas centers on the rich waters of the Little Red River and nearby lakes and ponds, offering year-round angling opportunities for trout, bass, crappie, and catfish. Located in White County, Searcy provides quick access to cold tailwater trout fishing below Greers Ferry Dam and classic warmwater action in local reservoirs, making it a standout destination for both fly and conventional anglers. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:402,416 kmProximity:7.7 %
Moon Phases for Searcy
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major Time:03:50 am - 05:50 am
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minor Time:11:31 am - 01:31 pm
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major Time:04:20 pm - 06:20 pm
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minor Time:09:09 pm - 11:09 pm
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Searcy
Searcy, Arkansas fishing revolves around the renowned Little Red River tailwater below Greers Ferry Lake, backed up by a network of small lakes, farm ponds, and the nearby White River system. Anglers here can chase coldwater trout just a short drive north, then switch to largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish in the warmer, still waters closer to town. The variety of habitat within 30–40 minutes of Searcy lets you match your tactics to the season and conditions.
On the Little Red River near Searcy, trout are the primary draw. Rainbow trout dominate the catch, with brown trout and occasional brook trout mixed in. Winter through early spring is prime time for bigger trout when water is clear and flows are stable. Nymph rigs with small midge, sowbug, and scud patterns are consistent producers, especially fished deep under an indicator along the river’s many shoals and drop-offs. Spin anglers do well with 1/16–1/8 oz marabou jigs, small inline spinners, and trout magnets on light line, concentrating on current seams and the edges of deeper pools.
As water warms in late spring and summer, early and late become key fishing windows. Fly anglers often switch to smaller streamers and terrestrials, drifting them tight to undercut banks and wood cover. On bright summer days, downsizing to 4–6 lb fluorocarbon leaders and making long casts can make a major difference in pressured stretches. Keep a close eye on generation schedules from Greers Ferry Dam and be ready to adjust tactics as rising water pushes trout tight to the bank and into eddies.
For warmwater fishing around Searcy, nearby lakes, backwaters, and ponds provide steady action. Largemouth bass hold on laydowns, riprap, and weed edges. In spring, work shallow flats and secondary points with soft plastic worms, creature baits, and spinnerbaits. As summer heat sets in, focus on early-morning topwater (buzzbaits, poppers, walking baits) then slide out to deeper brush piles, channels, and ledges with Carolina rigs, jigs, or deep-diving crankbaits. Smallmouth and spotted bass are more likely in flowing reaches of the Little Red and connected tributaries, where 3–4" finesse baits and small swimbaits excel.
Crappie and panfish are accessible and abundant in area lakes and ponds. During the spring spawn, crappie push into 2–6 feet of water around brush, stumps, and shoreline vegetation. Light jigs (1/32–1/16 oz) tipped with small plastics or minnows under a fixed or slip float let you cover water efficiently. Through summer and fall, target submerged timber, docks, and bridge pilings, watching electronics for schools suspended 8–15 feet down. Bluegill and redear sunfish respond to simple tactics: small pieces of worm or crickets under a bobber along grass lines and shaded banks.
Catfish offer a reliable option across the Searcy area. Channel catfish are common in both the Little Red River and local stillwaters. Evenings and overnight are most productive, especially in summer. Use stink baits, cut shad, nightcrawlers, or chicken liver on slip-sinker rigs, positioning baits on channel edges, outside bends, and below riffles where food collects. Flathead catfish prefer live bait such as sunfish or shad, set near heavy cover like logjams or rock piles.
To fish Searcy efficiently, match gear to the target. A medium-light spinning combo spooled with 6–8 lb line covers most trout and panfish situations, while a medium-heavy baitcaster with 12–17 lb line handles bass and catfish around cover. Polarized sunglasses, a small selection of jigs, soft plastics, spinners, and hooks, plus a depth-finding app or sonar if you’re on a boat, will help you quickly dial in productive patterns on both the Little Red River and the many lakes and ponds around Searcy.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Searcy area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Searcy. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Deener Creek - 1.96962781408km , Wyldewood Lake Dam - 3.09242749291km , Key Branch - 3.50437656016km , Lower Dam - 3.53872037106km , Adler Creek - 3.58254941328km , Smith Pond - 3.75883985903km , Cobbite Branch - 4.55705879913km , Doniphan Lake - 5.48342935873km , Doniphan Lake Dam - 5.51157899907km , Upper Dam - 5.7124704028km , Black Creek - 7.23848936628km , Gum Springs Creek - 7.85901672351km , Corn Stalk Branch - 8.2556641008km , Pine Run - 8.54156910681km , Slayton Branch - 9.68544438231km , Swan Ponds - 10.0210777402km , Jaybird Branch - 10.77824177014km , Pan Branch - 11.32470585386km , Walton Branch - 11.60351570701km , Lercher Lake Number One Dam - 11.94475510643km , Shiloh Branch - 12.70394934268km , Pole Brake - 12.80051871015km , Otter Pond - 12.92537937515km , Rodman Branch - 13.1666837305km , Birch Pond - 13.22754848226km , Schroeder Lake Two Dam - 13.52169088228km , Hog Thief Creek - 14.01648484375km , McKown Slough - 14.21348261864km , Anders Branch - 14.30689911289km , Powder Fork - 14.51160021199km , Carsons Slough - 14.65334520817km , Lercher Lake Number Two Dam - 15.18472395892km , Hog Foot Creek - 15.4361171724km , Lake Bald Knob Dam - 16.36844779962km , Hill Lake Dam - 16.66395762344km , Chavell Lake Two Dam - 16.86436777421km , Fuller Branch - 16.91339819706km , Milliken Lake - 16.95023180588km , Hazelwood Branch - 17.1337926597km , Overflow Creek - 17.23122510654km
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