Norfork Lake

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District β€’ Dam completed 1944 β€’ 22,000 surface acres β€’ 380 miles of shoreline

Norfork Lake

552.18 ft MSL Observed level
Updated
Seasonal target: 553.75 ft Β· U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (SWL) Β· checked 2026-11-04 Β· schedule 2026-01-01 through 2026-12-31
24h change: 0.10 ft
Norfork Lake water level
30-Day Level Trend Norfork Lake water level
30d Change: -0.72 ft 7d Change: +0.13 ft

Fishing Norfork Lake

Solunar Fishing Report Β· Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Norfork Lake Fishing Report

Solunar RatingGood (3/4)
Best solunar period β€” Moon Overhead 7:22 AM–9:22 AM CST

Waning Crescent (20% illuminated); strongest solunar period: Moon Overhead 7:22 AM–9:22 AM CST; lake at 552.18 ft, up 0.10 ft in 24 hours.

Minor PeriodMoonrise
1:25 AM – 2:25 AM
Major PeriodMoon Overhead
7:22 AM – 9:22 AM
Minor PeriodMoonset
2:08 PM – 3:08 PM
Major PeriodMoon Underfoot
7:44 PM – 9:44 PM
Sunrise 6:35 AMSunset 5:10 PMMoonrise 1:55 AMMoonset 2:38 PMTimes in CST

The solunar rating follows solunar theory, an angler tradition rather than a measurement. Today's rating reflects a gently rising lake level. Moon and sun times are calculated for the lake's location; it is not a catch report.

Fishing & Boating Rules

Official Sources
Commonly Targeted Species:
🐟 Largemouth bass🐟 Smallmouth bass🐟 Striped bass🐟 Crappie🐟 Bream🐟 Walleye🐟 Catfish

Limits, licenses, and boating requirements change often, and border lakes can have their own rules. Check the current official rules before fishing or boating on Norfork Lake:

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Copernicus Sentinel-2

Latest Satellite Image of Norfork Lake

A true-colour image from the most recent low-cloud Sentinel-2 pass over the lake. It shows the lake as it looked on the capture date, not today.

Captured 2026-10-09 (0% cloud cover in scene)
Sentinel-2 true-colour satellite image of Norfork Lake captured 2026-10-09
10 m/px β€’ Level-2A surface reflectanceOpen full image β†—

Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2026, processed via the Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem.

Living Near Norfork Lake

Shoreline and docks. Shoreline use on Norfork Lake is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District. Whether private docks are allowed, and where, depends on that operator's shoreline rules. Before making an offer on waterfront property, confirm with the operator whether a dock permit exists and whether it transfers to a new owner.

Flood pool and easements. Property near the water may carry flowage easements that limit building below a set elevation. Check the deed, a survey and the operator's rules before buying.

Nearby towns. Mountain Home, AR, Norfork, AR, Henderson, AR. Property taxes, utilities, HOA covenants and short-term rental rules vary between towns and counties.

Lakefront Living & Property

Living on Norfork Lake

Considering a lake cabin, waterfront home, or retirement property on Norfork Lake? Water levels, dock permits, and flood pool limits all affect waterfront property, so review them before you buy.

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Updated
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Updated
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Updated
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Updated
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24h change: 0.10 ft
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