Fishing Charters in Missouri
Browse fishing charters in Missouri that can help you catch channel catfish.
Loz Guide Service
Kaiser, Missouri
Proffesional Fishing Guide Services
Marshall, Missouri
Out The Mud Catfishing
St. Louis, Missouri
Hawg Stump Guide Services
Dodson Guide Service
Come experience fishing in Missouri with Dodson Guide Service. Our expert fishing guide will provide a great time on the water and help you catch the big one!
Bransons Reel Fishing
Greenough Fishing Guide Service
Maloneys Fishing Guide Service
Your Trip Begins Here With Maloney's Fishing Guide Service, your fishing experience exceeds all expectations. Book Your Trip Today Take a Trip With Captain Parker Being native to the Ozarks, Captain Parker turned his passion for the lakes into his livelihood. Parker is the second generation to be raised on Table Rock Lake and Lake…
Branson Fish Tales
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Lake Ozark Fishing Guide Service
Ozark Trout Runners
Hooked On Branson Fishing Guide Service
We're Branson's premier fishing charter and offer fishing trips on Table Rock Lake, Lake Taneycomo and Bull Shoals Lake. Book your trip today!
Best Time to Catch Channel Catfish
Channel Catfish can be caught year-round in Bourbon. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Channel Catfish
If you're after Channel Catfish near Bourbon, Missouri, you're in luck. The Meramec River and its tributaries offer excellent catfishing opportunities. The catfish here are known for their size and fighting ability. Summer is the prime time to target these whiskered giants, especially after a good rain when the water is slightly muddy. Focus on areas with deeper holes, submerged logs, or rocky structures. Chicken liver, nightcrawlers, and prepared stink baits are all effective baits. A local tip is to use a slip-sinker rig to keep your bait on the bottom in the current. Be prepared for some tough fights, as these catfish can put up a serious battle. And be sure to check the Missouri Department of Conservation regulations for size and creel limits, as well as any specific restrictions on the river.
How to Catch Channel Catfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Channel Catfish in Bourbon.
Channel Catfish Fishing Regulations in Missouri
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
4 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing permit
In impoundments of 100 acres or more, only 1 catfish can be over 24 inches. Check specific area regulations for exceptions.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Missouri state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to catch channel catfish around Bourbon, MO?
Channel catfish are opportunistic feeders and readily take a variety of baits. Popular choices include nightcrawlers, chicken liver, stink baits, and cut bait.
Are there any size restrictions on keeping channel catfish in Missouri?
No, there is no minimum size limit for channel catfish in Missouri.
What is the daily bag limit for channel catfish in Missouri?
You can keep up to 4 channel catfish per day in Missouri.
Do I need a fishing permit to catch channel catfish in Missouri?
Yes, you need a valid Missouri fishing permit to legally fish for channel catfish.
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