Book a Fishing Charter to Benton, AR

Benton was officially named as a city in 1836 after Arkansas became a state. Benton was previously called Saline and was later named after Missouri Senator Thomas Hart Benton. Pottery, salt mining, and bauxite production boosted the economy of Benton. 

Aside from a scenic environment and a rich culture, Benton is a haven for antique enthusiasts. Streets in Benton are lined with antique shops that showcase the arts and culture of the area, with the Niloak pottery being one of the most coveted antiques.

Benton Fishing: Saline County Angling Experience

Visiting the Saline River and its major divisions is the best way to commence your fishing trip in Benton. Smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, spotted bass, warmouth, longear, green sunfish, bluegill, and crappie are the fish that anglers can catch in Saline River and its three major divisions, the North Folk Saline River, the Alum Fork Saline River, and the South Folk Saline River. Salt Creek, Depot Creek, and Holly Creek are creeks connected to the Saline River. These fishing spots boast pumpkinseed, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, spotted bass, bluegill, rock bass, green sunfish, bluefish, redear sunfish, walleye, black crappie, rock bass, river redhorse, and freshwater drum. Hurricane Lake, Hurricane Creek, and Little Hurricane Creek are the top fishing sites in Benton. Largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, white crappie, black crappie, yellow bullhead, yellow bass, alligator gar, spotted bass, green sunfish, red drum, muskellunge, and white crappie are the common catches in these locations.

Lake Pauline and Lake Sunset are the perfect spots to target largemouth bass, creek chub, spotted bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, pumpkinseed, white sucker, channel catfish, and walleye. Timber Lake is renowned for catfish and bass fishing, while the Alcoa Water Supply is where anglers can target bluegill, spotted bass, and green sunfish.

Benton’s fishing spots are action-packed drift, fly, spinning, and bank fishing. Anglers can use boats, canoes, paddleboards, and kayaks for drift fishing along the rivers and creeks. 

Venture the Beauty of Benton

1. Theater Visit

The Royal Theatre was built in 1920 as the Independent Motion Pictures Theatre. It was later redeveloped and expanded between 1948 and 1949 and is now on the National Register of Historic Places. For many years, the theater served as a movie theater. It still hosts live performances from some of the most talented people in the state.

2. Engage in Indoor Adventure

Urban Air Adventure and Trampoline Park in Benton offers indoor adventures for kids of all ages and hearts. The adventure park is more than just a trampoline-related activity; they also provide a wide range of activities like dodgeball and adventure hubs.