The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Degray Lake
Clark County, Arkansas · 13,800 acres (21.6 sq mi)
66°F water, calm this morning.
About Degray Lake
In Clark County, Arkansas, Degray Lake covers 13,800 acres; it is a reservoir. It was made by DeGray Dam on the Caddo. DeGray Lake is a deep Ouachita Mountains reservoir on the Caddo River known for hybrid striped bass fishing.
From end to end it runs about 13.9 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 104 miles. The water sits about 400 ft above sea level. It reaches about 200 ft at its deepest, with an average depth near 47 ft. Arkadelphia is about 7.2 miles southeast. Little Rock, the nearest city, is about 58 miles northeast.
- Size
- 13,800 acres (21.6 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 200 ft (average 47 ft)
- Shoreline
- About 104 miles
- End to end
- About 13.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 400 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- Dam
- DeGray Dam, Caddo
- County
- Clark County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise
- 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Degray Lake
Anglers come to Degray Lake for striped bass, crappie, largemouth bass and catfish. At 66°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- FairStriped bass
Warming. Early-morning topwater, then they go deep.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:44 am · sunset 5:09 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Degray Lake
- Arkadelphiaabout 7.2 mi southeast
- Lake Hamiltonabout 11 mi northeast
- Rockwellabout 12 mi north
- Glenwoodabout 12 mi west
- Little Rocknearest city, about 58 mi northeast
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Questions about Degray Lake
What fish are in Degray Lake?
Degray Lake holds striped bass, crappie, largemouth bass and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Degray Lake?
About 200 ft at the deepest point, about 47 ft on average. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Degray Lake?
13,800 acres, with about 104 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Degray Lake?
Arkadelphia is about 7.2 miles southeast; Lake Hamilton is about 11 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Degray Lake today?
The surface was about 66°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Degray Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
