North Shores Resort and Marina - Boat Ramp, Hours & Fishing Info | LocalRamps

North Shores Resort and Marina on Lake Ouachita

Primary Boat Ramp & Launch Lanes

Operating Hours7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Fuel Dock & Launch)

Launch Fee / PassesDaily Launch Fee / Seasonal Pass

Ramp SurfaceHardpacked Gravel Launch

Trailer ParkingDedicated Pull-Through Trailer Stalls

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Launch & Waterway Information

Public boat launch and water access at North Shores Resort and Marina serving Lake Ouachita in Royal, Arkansas. Managed by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, this site provides convenient launch facilities for recreational boating, fishing, kayaking, and watersports. Check local water levels and seasonal safety guidelines prior to departure.

Official Fishing & Angler Guide

Fish Species & Seasons on Lake Ouachita

Popular sportfish species, prime bite seasons, effective tactics, and state regulations for Arkansas.

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Largemouth Bass

Spring Spawn (March–May) & Fall (Sept–Nov)

Target shallow weed beds, submerged timber, and drop-offs using spinnerbaits, plastic worms, and topwater frogs.

Black & White Crappie

Early Spring (April–May) & Winter Docks

Target marina dock pilings, submerged brush piles, and fallen trees with small marabou jigs, live minnows, and slip bobbers.

Striped Bass / Wiper

Spring & Late Fall / Winter

Troll deep diving plugs along main lake river channels or cast bucktail jigs into surface boils at dawn.

Channel & Flathead Catfish

Summer Months (June–August)

Fish deep river channels, creek mouths, and tailwaters after dark with cut shad, chicken liver, and stinkbait.

Best Times & Conditions

Dawn (5:30 AM – 9:00 AM) and Dusk (6:00 PM – Sunset). Peak feeding occurs during low-light conditions and moving tidal or river currents.

Spring spawn and fall transitions are prime for Largemouth Bass and Black & White Crappie. Summer night fishing is popular for catfish and walleye.

State Regulations & Licensing

A valid Arkansas Resident or Non-Resident Fishing License is required for all anglers age 16+. Follow state size limits, creel limits, and aquatic nuisance species (ANS) boat drainage regulations.

Arkansas Game & Fish Commission Portal