Big Lake

City or Highway Located Near: Blytheville, Manila

How many access points are available to the hunting area? 5

Location of access points:
Gravel road atop the west levee to the 7-mile lateral; east side of the area off Arkansas Highway 181 at Simmons Bridge; Bo Doc Landing

Is a permit required? No

Is all your information/permit application online? Yes

What is the limit on shells? No limit

Does your duck limit differ from the federal/state limit? No

Do you have controlled flooding? Yes

Are boats allowed at the hunting area? Yes

Are there boating restrictions in the area?
Because of heavy boat traffic during waterfowl season, observance of all boating laws and safety rules is a must. Adequate nighttime lighting on boats and legal flotation devices are important. Water depth varies from a few inches to more than 10 feet. Hunters should be cautious when wading.

What are your specific duck limit regulations?
The limit is six ducks may include no more than four mallards (no more than two of which may be hens), three wood ducks, two redheads, one black duck, four scaup, two pintails, one canvasback and one mottled duck. Duck and teal species not listed have no extra restriction beyond the six-duck total bag limit.