Fishing is one of the greatest pastimes of the area. Most residents of Arkansas enjoy the benefits of a 3-Day Trip Fishing License (RT3) for around $6.50 or an annual Resident Fisheries Conservation License (FSH) for around $10.50.
Visitors from out-of-state usually choose the Nonresident 3-Day Trip Fishing License (NT3) for around $16, or a 7-day (NT7) for $25.
Note that a Trout Permit also must be purchased to retain trout or to fish in certain waters.
You can buy fishing and hunting licenses and pick up free guidebooks at the following locations:
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
994 Mountain Harbor Rd
Mt Ida, AR 71957
Highway 27 Fishing Village
214 Fishing Village Rd
Story, AR 71970
Ruth’s Twin Creek Bait-Tackle
4307 US-270
Mt Ida, AR 71957
Mount Ida True Value Home Center
223 Hwy 270 W
Mt Ida, AR 71957
Blue Bell Cafe & Store
8 AR-298
Story, AR 71970
Quik Sak
413 US-270
Mt Ida, AR 71957
Or go online after hours to the official website here: Arkansas Game & Fish Commision