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Fishing in Cape Girardeau, MO

Missouri, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Cape Girardeau spots deliver

Top fish species in Cape Girardeau

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Bluegill
Bluegill
Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout
Spotted bass
Spotted bass

Latest Cape Girardeau fishing reports

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Rainbow trout

Sikeston Recreational Complex

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Rainbow trout

Sikeston Recreational Complex

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Largemouth bass

Poplar Camp Creek

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Little Creek

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Rainbow trout

Sikeston Recreational Complex

16 in · 2 lb

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White crappie

Sikeston Recreational Complex

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Rainbow trout

Sikeston Recreational Complex

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Sikeston Recreational Complex

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Rainbow trout

Sikeston Recreational Complex

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Rainbow trout

Sikeston Recreational Complex

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About Cape Girardeau fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 1,277 catches for Largemouth bass, 164 catches for Channel catfish, and 146 catches for Bluegill.

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Fishing regulations in Cape Girardeau

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Missouri can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Cape Girardeau fishing

Anglers in Cape Girardeau, MO recommend these top fishing spots: Mississippi River (IL), Capaha Park, Lipps Lake, Lake Tywappity, and Lake Boutin.
Most commonly caught species around Cape Girardeau, MO:
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