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WALK-IN ACCESS RESORT ON WHITE RIVER ARKANSAS

White River Cabins, RV Sites, and Guided Fishing in Cotter, Arkansas

Ember Shoals sits on the bank of the White River at 740 Denton Ferry Road in Cotter, Arkansas. Just below Bull Shoals Dam, this stretch of the White River is recognized as one of the premier trout fisheries in North America.

The White River provides cold, clear water flows year-round from the dam, producing trophy-size rainbow and brown trout in every season.

Ember Shoals was built for anglers, outdoors enthusiasts, group retreats, and families just looking for a quiet getaway on the White River. Come experience everything the river has to offer — we hope to see you soon!

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Built for anglers, families, and travelers who value simplicity, patience, and time outdoors.

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“We’re building Ember Shoals to preserve a way of being outdoors that feels increasingly rare. A place that respects the river, values patience, and puts care over spectacle. Not to improve what already works—but to keep it well kept, for the people who come after us.”

-Ember Shoals Team

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Guided Fishing on the White River

Ember Shoals works with a small group of trusted White River guides.

Our guided fishing service is built as a partnership—not a volume play. We collaborate with professional guides who care about guest experience, consistency, and the long-term health of the river.

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October 6, 2026

Why Midweek Is the Best Time to Fish the White River This Fall

October 6, 2026

October and November bring the brown trout run to the White River. Come Tuesday through Thursday and you get the river, the guides, and the quiet mostly to yourself.