PART ONE
FLY FISHING
Two world-class tailwaters within an hour of the cave: the White River below Bull Shoals, and the Norfork. Year-round trout, with brown trout over twenty pounds caught most seasons. Local guides know which holes are producing on which generation schedule, and which flies have been working that week
The Buffalo National River which is seasonal, runs smallmouth bass and is a fun change of pace — wadeable, scenic, and less technical than the White. A half-day on the Buffalo is the kind of trip that turns a non-fisherman in your group into one.
CHECK OUT THE GUIDES BELOW.
PART TWO
HORSEBACK RIDING
Trail rides through hardwood forest at the pace of a horse. Local stables run guided rides from one hour to a full afternoon, paired to your group's experience level
Most rides leave from the Ponca corridor, a 25-minute drive from the cave. Beginners are welcome — the stables here are practiced with first-time riders. More experienced riders should ask about the half-day backcountry routes that climb up onto the bluffs.
CHECK OUT THE GUIDES BELOW.
PRACTICAL DETAILS
Outfitters and stables ~ Call these providers directly to inquire and schedule your experience.
WHEN TO COME: Peak hatches April through June and September through November. Winter is quiet, technical, and rewards experienced anglers — ask your guide about midge fishing if you come in January.
FLY FISHING GUIDES
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Steve Dally's Outfitters — Cotter
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Full-service shop and guide service on the White. Wade trips, drift boats, and instruction.
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White River Fly Fishing Outfitter
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Multi-day floats with overnight camping setups for serious anglers.
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WHEN TO EXPERIENCE this depends on what season you like because every month has a beauty of it's own. Feel free to reach out to me, Rayne, for discussion of the weather in the month you're considering coming.
HORSEBACK STABLES
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Buckaroo Trail Rides offering 1 to 2 hour Horseback rides Longer Trips available. Call for rates and scheduling: (870) 416-8096
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Rockin’ Z Ranch is a 777-acre family-owned and operated ranch in the Ozark Mountains. Call them for rates and scheduling: (870) 553-2308 or (870) 688-5741 or (870) 688-6783
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Dogwood Canyon Horseback Riding in Branson Mo where you can enjoy a 1 hour or 2.5 hour lunch ride.