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Fishing in Missouri

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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

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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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White crappie

Lake Of The Ozarks

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Rainbow trout

Walker Lake

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Rainbow trout

Walker Lake

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Walker Lake

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Rainbow trout

Walker Lake

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Walker Lake

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White bass

Smithville Lake

15 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

Weatherby Lake

16 in · 2 lb 5 oz

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Rainbow trout

Bennett Spring

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Rainbow trout

August A Busch Lake Number 7

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Fishing regulations in Missouri

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 Missouri fishing

Fishing regulations in Missouri, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Missouri, United States most often target Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Smallmouth bass. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Missouri, United States include Lake Of The Ozarks, Mississippi River (Cairo - Tennessee), and Table Rock Lake. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.