Best fishing guide service I've ever had; in every respect they exceeded my expectations! Three of…read moreus went fishing for Rainbow Trout, and we not only caught our limits - but they took numerous photos and gave us a free calendar with our photos all over it! The guide not only cleaned our fish, but packed them on ice in a complimentary styrofoam cooler! The lady in charge (Betty??) treated us like family. The guide not only helped us catch fish, but even brought us back for coffee and hot chocolate when we looked cold (heavy rains slashed the temps). First fishing guide service that I have ever wanted to use again - soon!

Really nice people!! Very professional and kind hearted down to earth. Debbie is a very…read moreknowledgeable woman that can also give you the story of Cotter besides hooking you up with a fishing experience you'll never forget!! From having highly Experienced Guides taking you out to catch more fish than any one person could dream, these guides will take you ashore to prepare a lunch of fried fish, hush puppies, taters, bananas pudding and a few jokes to start you back onto the river. ( There is also a Box lunch in place of the fresh fried that consists of what I'm told is sandwiches ) If you want a down to earth business that makes sure you catch a bunce of fish and a whole lot of memories, Call Debbie and let her hook you up!! What a Blessing to have found this place!! Thank you

This is one of our favorite parks in the Twin Lake area! It's beautiful and family friendly. It has…read morean area designated just for swimming that is perfect for all ages and a huge, space open for fishing, which includes a boat dock. There's also a small playground and swing set next to several covered tables and an area for sand volley ball and basketball. It also includes a walking trail and a place to hang hammocks and bathrooms next to the baseball field. If you live in the area, or are visiting from out of town, this is an area you'll certainly want to check out. Great for trout fishing!

Love this place it's free fun for the whole family cool waters nice people great park wonderful…read moretown.

It was my first time fly fishing and my fiancé and I went out on the white river with Gabe Levin…read moreand had an absolutely amazing day! We were each able to catch several fish, they supplied all the gear, brought a nice lunch and really worked with our schedule to make it a great experience for us. Gabe was a wonderful guide, very professional, knowledgeable and easy to get along with. The next time we are in Arkansas we will definitely come back to Dallys and ask Gabe to take us out again! Thank you for a perfect day on the river!

We went out for a full day trip with Kevin and had the most amazing time. We were visiting in May,…read moreand the thunderstorms were bearing down. We managed to pull 3 fish out of the water before the lightning started. Kevin got us off the water quickly and pulled out a lunch spread that could have fed a small army. After lunch and some great conversation, the weather cleared up and we ended up having a few hours of beautiful clear skies. With Kevin's help, we each pulled at least 10-15 beautiful trout out of the river. Kevin was quick to get the fish off the hook, and get us back in the water. Making our trip easy and very fun. We would definitely go back out with Kevin, not only was he an amazing guide, but also a great person.

Dock hands are super friendly and helpful! Great location!! The location is amazing! Caught fish…read moreall hours of the day! Special shout out to Kim and Russell for hosting our company fishing trip!!

This place was awesome!! Ive never met more accommodating people. They aired up my low tire and…read morerinsed our coolers when we were perfectly capable. They allowed children staying in their cabins to fish from the dock after closing. The cabins are spotless when you arrive...i can't say enough good about this place. We will be back yearly. Thanks guys for an awesome little vacation!

When my fiancé and I first decided to do this we were not exactly sure how a bed-and-breakfast like…read morethis would work because we are used to staying in normal hotels. But it was exactly what we were hoping it to be and EVERYTHING more. The experience as a whole was nothing short of PHENOMENAL. It was refreshing to get away and be around Moose and Tina who are such kind and whole hearted people that make you feel right at home. Plus they are SO fun to chat with. They went above and beyond to make the trip special. We started calling them "Mom and Dad" by the second day because they were taking such incredible care of us. The food was OUTSTANDING, we ate until we COULDN'T MOVE for every meal. The lodge is such a relaxing environment with so many cool elements to the decor and scenery. There is also awesome wildlife watching. A family of deer that come right up to the house and bald eagles that fly across the skyline. The stars at night WILL take your breath away (bring a telescope.) The beds are extremely comfortable and the rooms are all very spacious. There's not a single picture that will do the view justice from the top of the lodge but I have posted a few. It honestly looked like a green screen it was so beautiful. (note: None of my photos have been edited for this post. That cotton candy colored skyline is REAL! ) The fishing was FANTASTIC, the guides were hilarious and we so much fun. We caught at least 100 fish between the two of us over two days. It was so exciting and thrilling. (Fishing Highlights: Alan caught a rare California Golden and I caught a big brown trout.) Then, on the last day we kayaked on the Buffalo River and it was so much fun. The Buffalo River is hands-down the most beautiful rivers to kayak. Moose also helped us arrange the reservation for the kayaks. We stayed at the lodge over the Fourth of July holiday and at night we got to watch about 10 different firework shows from the balcony, near and far - you can see them all. I will never forget it. Overall, we will NEVER forget our experience and hope to go back as soon as possible. The White River Inn is a hidden gem. Don't hesitate. Make your reservation. Families, couples, friends, colleagues- every type of group will have a blast. Thank you so much Moose and Tina for the experience, we hope to see you again soon.

Steve and Elisabeth run a 5 Star lodge and it is no wonder they are rated the # 1 Orvis Lodge of…read more2024! Food was GREAT, wines were v. good, and great selection of other beverages. The lodge has some of the best trophies from around the world creating a world-class feel, and rooms are spacious, high ceilings. Our room had a private porch and beds were awesome, bathroom with shower & tub was super nice. Huge deck overlooks the river and hummingbirds galore entertain morning coffee and evening cocktails. This place is fantastic and we will become regulars. Highly recommend it for a 1st class experience. Fishing guides were some of the best we've had and of course the fishing was amazing.

My father has been fishing with Hurst for a number of years. My husband and I made a trip back to…read morethe mainland, and my dad decided to take us fishing at his favorite place as well. We had Jamie and Curtis as our guides for a two day trip. This is definitely a full service place. They tie your hook, bait it, and tell you when to reel it in... then when you get a fish they take it off for you. I enjoy getting in there and playing with the bait and the fish, so by the second day I convinced Curtis to let me pick my crawfish and bait the hook and even take a few fish off of the hook as well. These guides really know where the fish are, and what to use to catch them. They provide lunch on some of the trips, which is generally good (store bought) food. I would suggest this service to anybody.

I've been coming up here for the past 20 years fishing with Jamie and other guides. It's a family…read moreowned & operated, good to their word, business that you just don't see now-a-days! The fishing is always excellent and Jamie (owner) is very knowledgable of the river. They take good care of you just like family! The shore lunches are savory & the scenery is magnificent... The total package! They give you quality information on how to fish from beginner to expert. They also offer canoes, single/double kayaks, guided scenic tours, guided fishing tours (includes overnight camping or half day), and beginner to advanced fly fishing tours - there is something fun for the whole family!! I highly recommend Hurst Fishing Service over any other services offered on this river.

We were looking for an relaxing easy place to go spend a couple of days. We wanted access to…read morefishing and a pool to swim and layout. While the water was up and we did not have any luck fishing, we were fortunate to find this place. The cabin was perfect for the price and had almost all the basics you could need. Access to fishing was excellent, especially with waders, and they also rent boats or you could schedule a guided fishing trip. They indicated plans are in the works for a version of a restaurant and I would say that would be a welcome addition, even if only open limited days and hours. But if you don't mind sandwiches and burgers on the grill, there is a wal mart a relatively short drive away. The pool was small but enough for a refreshing dip and to sit and relax for a while. We will definitely be going back.

Great spot in North West Arkansas right on the White River. A collection of cabins with amazing…read moreviews of the hills, river, and trees. The fishing guides pick you up on property and they'll put you right on the trout. Our guide, Cody, was the best -- he knew the area, was funny, and a great guy. When you're not fishing there's plenty of room to play horseshoes, cornhole, and run around.

Been coming up here for a few years now and it's always worth the drive. That is saying something…read morebecause I hate being the car. Breathtakingly beautiful views and so peaceful, never been kept awake by neighbors or any thing. The river is great, so clear with tons of fish you can just see sitting there. The cabins are clean and convenient to have a full kitchen on hand. Kayaking is wonderful and swimming up the road in the lake. Hiking trails close by and nice and mild so fun for the family. It's the break we all need for time to time to just play board games and bond or go out and spend quite days and fish.

Beautiful, quiet, peaceful, clean, accommodating. Wonderful staff and guides. This place is heaven…read moreon Earth. Great fishing off the dock. Boat rentals. Kayaks. Everything you need. Close to town, but secluded and private.

My Father and I just got back from an amazing trip with Larry Babin from Hogs on The Fly. My Dad…read moreasked that I post his review since he is not a big Yelp user. He is 78years old and travels all over to fly fish. This is what he wrote. "Like a lot of anglers, I always wondered about those glowing reports of fishing the White River in Arkansas. They sounded good, but the whole thing seemed too out of the way, too rustic, and too risky as a one river venue. I was wrong all around. Mountain Home, Arkansas is a spotless mid-sized town, just two easy hours from the national airport in Springfield, MO. Hotels and restaurants range from economy to upscale. And, there are two rivers: the White and the Norfolk, both tail waters. But I was right about the fishing - my daughter and I landed more than 50 fish in two days of fishing, one day on each river. Much of our success was due to our guide Larry Babin, the owner of Hogs on the Fly and manager of Natural State a Fly Shop. His boat is an Adipose skiff. It's extremely comfortable and able to skim skinny water. Of course, he knew where to go and what to tie on, but he also knew how to manage a float with both a very experienced angler and one who fishes infrequently. He knew when to advise and when to watch. Larry is a soft spoken, cheerful, young gentleman. I recommend Larry, Mountain Home, and the White and Norfolk rivers. It's an easy and very enjoyable trip to make."

I would highly recommend Hogs on the Fly to flyfishermen and women of all levels of experience!…read more Larry Babin is an excellent guide who is encouraging, knowledgeable, patient, and entertaining! He picked us up from Natural State Fly Shop, across the street from Cotter Trout Lodge, which was incredibly convenient, as we were staying there! There was never a dull moment on his boat! My wife is a beginner flyfisher and Larry coached her and she was successfully catching fish. We ended up catching 1 Cutthroat Trout, 2 Brown Trout, and I lost count of how many Rainbow Trout we caught! The White River is an exceptional fishery best fished with an exceptional guide service, Hogs on the Fly!