Top fish species at Short Branch

Black crappie
Black crappie
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Black crappie

13 in Β· 2 lb

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General info

Short Branch is a stream located in Hickory County, Missouri, United States. It is most popular for fishing Black crappie.

Location

37Β°53β€²5β€³N 93Β°16β€²58.9β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Short Branch, MO

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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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of July 6, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Short Branch fishing

the Short Branch is a stream located in Hickory County, Missouri, United States. Its coordinates are:
37Β°53β€²5β€³N 93Β°16β€²58.9β€³W
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