Paddlefish Fishing in Missouri

Featured Paddlefish Guides

Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Missouri.

All Out Guide Service - Lake of the Ozarks and Truman Lake

Jeremy Ransom and Travis Hunter are licensed US Coast Guard Captains who provide guided catfish and paddlefish trips on the Lake of the Ozarks and Truman Lake.

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Edwards, Missouri

Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: poor

Low activity season. Paddlefish are less active and catches may be limited. Consider targeting other species.

BEST

GOOD

FAIR

POOR

Paddlefish

Various

How to Catch Paddlefish

Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Paddlefish in Missouri.

Paddlefish Fishing Regulations in Missouri

Open Season

March 15 - April 30

Daily Bag Limit

2 per day

Size Limit

24-inch minimum eye-fork length

License Required

Fishing permit and Paddlefish Permit

Must immediately attach name and address tag to paddlefish. Some areas may be closed to harvest.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Missouri state wildlife agency before fishing.

Popular Cities for Paddlefish Fishing in Missouri

St. Louis

Other Popular Species in Missouri

Brown Trout Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout Largemouth Bass Crappie Smallmouth Bass Northern Pike Walleye