# Missouri Fishing Forum **URL:** https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/missouri-fishing-forum/37.md [Latest](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/tags.md) --- ## [Missouri Fishing Forum](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/missouri-fishing-forum/39)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/missouri-fishing-forum/39 "2026-02-17T11:34:33Z")
Discuss Missouri fishing reports, lakes, rivers, reservoirs, bass, crappie, catfish, local conditions, techniques, and angling advice. --- ## [STATE NAME MODERATOR WANTED ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/state-name-moderator-wanted/285009)
**Author:** [@wiperhunter2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/wiperhunter2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 1:49am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/state-name-moderator-wanted/285009 "2017-06-05T01:49:40Z")
STATE NAME MODERATOR WANTED BFT MODERATOR PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES: Registered (and active) BFT Message Board member in good standing Residence in state or area to be moderated. Good background in fishing,… --- ## [DECEMBER FISHING REPORT CONTEST ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/december-fishing-report-contest/256119)
**Author:** [@wiperhunter2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/wiperhunter2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2015, 4:13am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/december-fishing-report-contest/256119 "2015-12-04T04:13:26Z")
DECEMBER FISHING REPORT CONTEST For the next 3 weeks in December we will be having 3-one week long contests. Each week there will be 2 winners and they will receive a Free t-shirt for the best, most informative, most in… --- ## [PHOTO CONTEST ON THE WALL OF FAME ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/photo-contest-on-the-wall-of-fame/255136)
**Author:** [@wiperhunter2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/wiperhunter2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2015, 5:36pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/photo-contest-on-the-wall-of-fame/255136 "2015-11-14T17:36:20Z")
PHOTO CONTEST ON THE WALL OF FAME November 15, 2015 to November 30th, 2015 5pm Pacific Time How to enter: Post a photo on the wall of fame page between Nov 15-Nov.30th 2015. Go to Wall of Fame and then add photo. Or us… --- ## [ROD AND REEL GIVEAWAY!!!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/rod-and-reel-giveaway/253817)
**Author:** [@bobbybigfish](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/bobbybigfish)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2015, 12:49am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/rod-and-reel-giveaway/253817 "2015-10-21T00:49:55Z")
Rod and Reel Give-Away! Is open to all members The prize! • Shimano Sedona C3000 spinning reel. 8 ball bearings, aluminum ported spool with power handle. • 7Ft 3in med/light 2 piece graphite carbon composite rod with… --- ## [visiting in early spring](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/visiting-in-early-spring/231426)
**Author:** [@rodekill](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/rodekill)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2014, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/visiting-in-early-spring/231426 "2014-01-29T18:42:26Z")
i am taking a trip to south central missouri in late feb -early march. i will be staying south east of west plains and was wondering what fishing opportunities i might be able to enjoy. i am bring a canoe and dont mind d… --- ## [Fish and Game Day](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fish-and-game-day/226663)
**Author:** [@huntfishrams](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/huntfishrams)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2013, 8:39pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fish-and-game-day/226663 "2013-09-25T20:39:06Z")
The St. Louis Rams have released an offer for their game on November 3rd vs. Tennessee as their “Fish and Game Day.” This is for all of the hunters and fishers that are Rams fans! You get a camo hat, and it supports the … --- ## [New to Missouri](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-to-missouri/207085)
**Author:** [@Podsixia](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Podsixia)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 8:50pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-to-missouri/207085 "2013-06-11T20:50:12Z")
Hello everyone, I’m moving from Utah to Missouri at the end of July, and am excited to continue fishing out there. In Utah, BFT is the most active fishing forum, and most members read and post every day. The Missouri for… --- ## [Vote for Your Ultimate Fishing Town ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/219878)
**Author:** [@theangler](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/theangler)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 10:22pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/219878 "2013-04-17T22:22:03Z")
Do you live in the Ultimate Fishing Town? Your community could win a $25,000 donation or one of eight regional prizes and be featured on WFN! Vote for Your Town Now Click Here --- ## [Table rock](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/table-rock/217977)
**Author:** [@FNA](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FNA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2013, 12:39am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/table-rock/217977 "2013-03-05T00:39:08Z")
If someone could pm me I need info on this lake. Hopefully from someone who has spent a lot of time there. Thanks! --- ## [What kind of Catfish is this?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/what-kind-of-catfish-is-this/217731)
**Author:** [@BatCatFish1986](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/BatCatFish1986)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2013, 8:28pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/what-kind-of-catfish-is-this/217731 "2013-02-27T20:28:34Z")
I caught this catfish in boulder dam at mark twain lake. What type of catfish is this? Also they were swimming in a school of about 20, all the same size? Is this normal? --- ## [hello from missouri](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/hello-from-missouri/208836)
**Author:** [@jamesh99](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/jamesh99)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2012, 5:19pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/hello-from-missouri/208836 "2012-08-13T17:19:16Z")
Hey im jamesh99, I fish in missouri. My favorite fish to fish for is largemouth bass. --- ## [Found a good spot](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/found-a-good-spot/207809)
**Author:** [@smallwaterpro](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/smallwaterpro)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2012, 4:17am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/found-a-good-spot/207809 "2012-07-21T04:17:30Z")
\[fishin\] Hello everyone Glad Im here, Im Steve and I am a western trasplant from north Utah to Missouri. At 54 I still fish a lot. It was either in my retirement make Bird houses or fish a lot. I chose the … --- ## [Hi!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/hi/201919)
**Author:** [@Bubbadog](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Bubbadog)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2012, 9:00am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/hi/201919 "2012-03-27T09:00:32Z")
Just saying hello! I live in the NE corner of Missouri just a mile from the big river. I’m looking forward to getting some tips on how to make the most of living so close to it. I have very little experience fishing riv… --- ## [Newbie](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/newbie/192579)
**Author:** [@dhkdl1](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/dhkdl1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2011, 4:59am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/newbie/192579 "2011-09-24T04:59:36Z")
Hey all Just wanted to introduce myself right quick. My name is David I am a retired disabled Vet. I love fishing and am moving to Missouri the first of Sept. I love any kind of fishin and plan on being on the water as m… --- ## [Upgrades To Bigfishtackle Web Site "Your input Welcome" ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/upgrades-to-bigfishtackle-web-site-your-input-welcome/192138)
**Author:** [@davetclown](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/davetclown)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2011, 2:28pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/upgrades-to-bigfishtackle-web-site-your-input-welcome/192138 "2011-08-17T14:28:05Z")
Upgrades To Bigfishtackle Web Site “Your input Welcome” We are planning a series of Surveys about BigFishTackle.Com and need your help. The purpose of the surveys is not only for the forums but the whole site, and ever… --- ## [New to the forum](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-to-the-forum/183531)
**Author:** [@thebiggerfish](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/thebiggerfish)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2011, 5:46am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-to-the-forum/183531 "2011-07-04T05:46:10Z")
Hey guys- My name is Landon. My main stomping ground is Smithville Lake just north of Kansas City and some farm ponds around there. I do venture into Liberty and Independence area to take out family members or new fishe… --- ## [Bigfishtackle as an Add Free Zone ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bigfishtackle-as-an-add-free-zone/183681)
**Author:** [@davetclown](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/davetclown)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2011, 10:58pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bigfishtackle-as-an-add-free-zone/183681 "2011-03-09T22:58:30Z")
Bigfishtackle as an Add Free Zone We are polling our members to see who if any want to veiw our site with out advertisments on the pages. We are looking at making it aviailable in subscription format to cover the cost … --- ## [BFT in Entrepreneur Magazine - March 2011](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-in-entrepreneur-magazine-march-2011/182948)
**Author:** [@theangler](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/theangler)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 8:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-in-entrepreneur-magazine-march-2011/182948 "2011-02-22T20:11:01Z")
BigFishTackle.Com and the Mobile Phone Version BigFishTackle.Mobi are featured in Entrepreneur Magazine - March 2011, Please check it out and click the facebook “like” and “share” links at the top of the article, and for… --- ## [Casting Call!!!! We need your help!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/casting-call-we-need-your-help/178022)
**Author:** [@FishShow](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishShow)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2010, 7:46pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/casting-call-we-need-your-help/178022 "2010-12-03T19:46:31Z")
Hello fellow fish lovers, I work for a production company in Los Angeles and we are wanting to produce a show about interesting, family-run bait & tackle shops. I figured fish fanatics were the best people to ask. So, … --- ## [BFT Unofficial Football Pool 2010 ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-unofficial-football-pool-2010/174245)
**Author:** [@davetclown](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/davetclown)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2010, 4:12am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-unofficial-football-pool-2010/174245 "2010-08-27T04:12:05Z")
BFT Unofficial Football Pool 2010 --- ## [How much has today’s economy effected your fishing this year](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-much-has-today-s-economy-effected-your-fishing-this-year/158613)
**Author:** [@davetclown](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/davetclown)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2010, 1:04am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-much-has-today-s-economy-effected-your-fishing-this-year/158613 "2010-06-18T01:04:31Z")
Everywhere I went this year, I saw fewer anglers on the water. I am sure I don’t have to guess the reason, But for clerical sake I am putting this question to the test. You may feel free to reply if you have not gone… --- ## [Lake Jacomo - Lee's Summit, MO](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-jacomo-lees-summit-mo/170787)
**Author:** [@KCBaitAndTackle](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/KCBaitAndTackle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2010, 12:58am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-jacomo-lees-summit-mo/170787 "2010-06-18T00:58:56Z")
I went fishing when I get off work this morning out at Lake Jacomo in Lee’s Summit, MO. About 5a.m., the bass were going nuts on the top of the water, and the carp were the same but they’re right at the bank. Also, I got… --- ## [Take This Survey for a Chance to Receive one of 5 Bass Pro or Cabela's gift cards: ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/take-this-survey-for-a-chance-to-receive-one-of-5-bass-pro-or-cabelas-gift-cards/164710)
**Author:** [@theangler](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/theangler)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2010, 9:05pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/take-this-survey-for-a-chance-to-receive-one-of-5-bass-pro-or-cabelas-gift-cards/164710 "2010-03-09T21:05:35Z")
\[#b77322\]Take This Survey for a Chance to Receive one of 5 Bass Pro or Cabela’s gift cards: 1 - $350 card,1 - $150 card and 5 - $50 cards Leading outdoor products manufacturer is seeking your input on waterfowl hunting … --- ## [Become a BigFishTackle Facebook Fan](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/become-a-bigfishtackle-facebook-fan/162692)
**Author:** [@theangler](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/theangler)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2010, 7:23pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/become-a-bigfishtackle-facebook-fan/162692 "2010-01-30T19:23:17Z")
Hello Memebers, BigFishTackle.Com has set up a BFT fan page on facebook and would like to invite you to join up! Just go to and click on the become a fan. We’ve started a BFT Username post in the discussions there an… --- ## [BFT Unofficial Super Bowl Pool XLIV ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-unofficial-super-bowl-pool-xliv/161586)
**Author:** [@davetclown](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/davetclown)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2010, 3:12am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-unofficial-super-bowl-pool-xliv/161586 "2010-01-13T03:12:04Z")
BFT Unofficial Super Bowl Pool XLIV here is your chance to get in on the fun. click on the link above for details… --- ## [BFT Free NFL 6th Anual UnOficial Foot Ball Pool 2009 ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-free-nfl-6th-anual-unoficial-foot-ball-pool-2009/154920)
**Author:** [@davetclown](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/davetclown)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2009, 4:17am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bft-free-nfl-6th-anual-unoficial-foot-ball-pool-2009/154920 "2009-12-08T04:17:00Z")
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**Author:** [@bowfisher](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/bowfisher)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2009, 4:48pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bowfishing/157569 "2009-10-11T16:48:27Z")
:astonished: Hi all in the mighty mo. Is anyone here into bowfishing? In Missouri we can only fish for rough fish but some of them are mighty good eating. Now don’t laugh but gar tenderloins are very good, no bones, BUT… --- ## [Resorts on Table Rock - good one for ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/resorts-on-table-rock-good-one-for/156973)
**Author:** [@rlickteig](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/rlickteig)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2009, 9:49pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/resorts-on-table-rock-good-one-for/156973 "2009-09-24T21:49:12Z")
Can someone suggest a good place for 8 loud guys to stay that also rents boats. We are worried about staying at to much of a Freindy Family place. Needs to be on Table Rock lake. Thanks!!! --- ## [Catfish Holes on Truman/Bait to use](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/catfish-holes-on-truman-bait-to-use/155757)
**Author:** [@JRSparksIII](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/JRSparksIII)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2009, 4:41pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/catfish-holes-on-truman-bait-to-use/155757 "2009-08-26T16:41:59Z")
Trying to figure out what is a good spot for blue cats and what everyone is using! Thanks [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/missouri-fishing-forum/37.md?page=1)