We are grateful to be nestled in one of the most productive trout fisheries in the world...
...and would like to invite you to see for yourself.
Our History
Gaston's White River Resort began 67 years ago when Al Gaston, Jim Gaston's father, purchased 20 acres of White River frontage with six small cottages and six boats...the year was 1958.
Present day, Jim’s grandson - Clint Gaston - will carry on the family legacy for many years to come. The resort now covers over 400 acres, and has 79 cottages ranging in size from two double beds to ten private bedrooms. The airstrip has grown from 1,800 feet to 3,200 feet. The six boats are now over 70, and with a state of the art dock to hold them all. The years have brought an award winning restaurant, private club, gift shop, tennis court, playground, game room, duck pond, three nature trails, swimming pool, conference lodge, and fly fishing school.
News From The River
Catch and release works! Way to go Brook!
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This is what it’s all about!
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Let’s keep the tailwaters natural! After all, Arkansas is the natural state.
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The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission approved an emergency order on Oct. 16 that will temporarily reduce the daily trout possession limit in the state’s four most significant, economically important coldwater fisheries. This is due to reduced production capacity at the Norfork National Fish Hatchery, which is still recovering from the floods this past spring.
For the time being, the new regulations are as follows:
Catch-and-release is required for all trout in the 45 miles of tailwater below Bull Shoals Dam to the White River’s confluence with the North Fork River (specifically to the boat ramp at Norfork Access).
Catch-and-release is required for the entirety of the Norfork Dam tailwater.
Existing tackle restrictions for the regular Bull Shoals and Rim Shoals catch-and-release areas on the White, and the usual Norfork catch-and-release area, still apply (artificial tackle and barbless hooks only).
I understand that this may affect your decision to fish the White River, but this is a temporary guideline to help us get back on our feet and back to the river you all love. During this time, we have an opportunity to see how the river and its trout adapt to the changes. We may find that there are long-term benefits to catch-and-release and reduced limits. We must be forward-thinking and focus on the health of these tailwaters for future generations. We’ve been on these banks for almost 70 years; our goal is to make it another 70.
For the last 30 years, I have watched anglers keep a full limit nearly every day, only to leave the fish in a freezer upon checkout. Many have told me they never ate the trout they harvested and ended up throwing them out due to freezer burn. I’m all for catching and eating trout, but I urge you to only keep what you plan to eat within a week. There is something very special about harvesting your catch, but only if you intend to enjoy it. It will take all of us collectively being better stewards to create the conditions where trophy trout can flourish.
We look forward to strengthening our relationships with state agencies, the USCOE, resorts, guides, and locals to learn how we can work together to mitigate potential threats in the future. This isn’t just about recreation; it’s about environmental stewardship. We must leave the river in better shape than we found it.
Local resorts and guides value your business, and rest assured, we are here to give you an incredible fishing experience, regardless of the harvest limits.
-Clint Gaston
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For those who love to bird watch! With all the developments on our rivers, we are proud to preserve our slice of the river for all the wildlife that may be passing by.
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Did you know there’s 14 miles of trails down at the Bull Shoals White River State Park? This trail system is great for all skillsets and is great for trail runners too!
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Frequently Asked Questions
The fishing is always good here. The White River stays the same temperature year-round and therefore the trout are always active. You should always be able to catch your limit. Also note that fly fishing is not the only way to fish here; over 85% of everyone that fishes here is spin fishing. You can produce excellent results fishing either way; the main thing is to have fun.
