Goshen, Arkansas (updated 6-4-2026) -- Jon Conklin with FishOn Guide Service (479-233-3474) said Beaver Lake’s level remains at 1,121.65 feet msl. The only change was the Army Corps of Engineers opened floodgates for a couple of days and it looks like they want the water at normal pool level. Water temperature is in the upper 70s. Water conditions are clear from Prairie Creek to the dam and stained from Hickory Creek up to the U.S. Highway 412 bridge.

Stripers are still moving north toward Prairie Creek and further north to set up in summer areas. “Move and believe in what your sonar is telling you. Look for shad and birds and you should find fish.

“Crappie are starting to be caught trolling, and this will only get better as water warms and thermo sets up.

“Walleye are fair, and you can find them near and around brushpiles in 15-25 feet of water. Crawler harnesses are starting to be the preferred method. This will hold true all summer.

“Bluegill are spawning and are easy pickings and great action and very good to eat. Look for pea gravel and some wood near it in 10 feet of water or less. Catfish are also starting spawn and should be good on jugs. The weather looks decent with some more rain on the way next week. Good luck and stay safe out there!”

For the Army Corps of Engineers’ real-time outflow report from Beaver Lake Dam, visit the Corps’ Little Rock office website.

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