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Fishing in Missouri

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Top fishing waters in Missouri

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Lake Of The Ozarks

Missouri, United States

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Mississippi River (Cairo - Tennessee)

Missouri, United States

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Table Rock Lake

Missouri, United States

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Missouri River (MO)

Missouri, United States

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Smithville Lake

Missouri, United States

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Lake Springfield

Missouri, United States

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About Missouri fishing

Missouri offers bass-rich Ozark lakes, trout streams, and catfish in rivers. Its combination of warmwater and coldwater fishing makes it a diverse freshwater angling destination for all skill levels.

Missouri fishing license

Missouri fishing licenses are required for anglers 16+. Resident and non-resident annual and short-term licenses are available online or from licensed vendors.

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Top fish species caught in Missouri

Bass
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Sunfish
Sunfish
Crappie
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Trout
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Striped bass
Striped bass
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Biggest catches in Missouri

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State records of caught fish in Missouri

SpeciesWeightRainbow trout40 lbsChannel catfish34.6 lbsLargemouth bass13.8 lbsSmallmouth bass7.1 lbsWhite crappie5.2 lbsBluegill3 lbs

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American gizzard shad

Moore Lake

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Black crappie

Coot Lake

7 in · 3 oz

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White crappie

Coot Lake

6 in · 2 oz

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Yellow bullhead

Lions Lake

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White crappie

Lake Springfield

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White crappie

Lake Springfield

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Largemouth bass

Lake Springfield

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Channel catfish

Zajic Lake

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Black crappie

Lions Lake

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Painted turtle

Pomme De Terre Lake

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Fishing regulations in Missouri

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FAQ about Missouri fishing

Fishing regulations in Missouri, United States vary by location, species, and season. Rules may include size limits, bag limits, licensing requirements, and protected areas. Because regulations are managed locally and can change throughout the year, it's important to check the latest official guidance before fishing.

To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the to explore local rules, discover popular waters, and see what other anglers are catching across United States.
Some of the most popular species anglers target in Missouri, United States include White crappie, Rainbow trout, and Channel catfish. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across United States.
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Missouri, United States include Lake Of The Ozarks, Mississippi River (Cairo - Tennessee), and Table Rock Lake. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in United States, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
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Cities in Missouri
St. LouisKansas CitySpringfieldColumbiaIndependenceLee's SummitO'FallonJoplinSt. JosephSt. CharlesSt. PetersJefferson CityCape GirardeauBlue SpringsFlorissantChesterfieldFarmingtonWentzvilleOakvilleWildwood
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