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Blue River

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Missouri, United States

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Common carp

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Longear sunfish

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Longear sunfish

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Longear sunfish

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Shortnose gar

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Channel catfish

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General info

Blue River is a stream located in Jackson County, Missouri, United States. It is also intersecting with Johnson County, Kansas and Clay County, Missouri. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish, Shortnose gar, and Freshwater drum.

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38°58′10.3″N 94°32′57.4″W
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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 Blue River fishing

📍 Where is the Blue River located?
the Blue River is a stream located in Jackson County, Missouri, United States. It is also intersecting with Johnson County, Kansas and Clay County, Missouri. Its coordinates are:
38°58′10.3″N 94°32′57.4″W
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🎣 Where on the Blue River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Blue River by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Blue River?
The most common species in the Blue River are:
📢 What are the latest Blue River fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Blue River?

Fishing in Missouri requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Resident and non-resident annual and short-term licenses are available online or from licensed vendors.

In Missouri, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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