Fishing Charters in Missouri
Browse fishing charters in Missouri that can help you catch perch.
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 Perch
Perch can be caught year-round in Columbia. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Perch
Perch fishing around Columbia, Missouri, offers a fun and accessible option for anglers of all skill levels. While not known for trophy-sized perch, the area's numerous small lakes and ponds hold healthy populations of these tasty panfish. Focus your efforts on areas with submerged vegetation, docks, and brush piles. Spring and fall are typically the best times to target perch, as they move into shallower waters to spawn and feed. A simple setup with a small jig or a live minnow under a bobber is often all you need. Grindstone Nature Area is a great place to start, offering easily accessible bank fishing. Remember to use light line, as perch can be line-shy. A stringer of perch makes for an excellent shore lunch!
How to Catch Perch
Perch Fishing Regulations in Missouri
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Fishing Permit
No statewide regulations, but local regulations may apply.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Missouri state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a limit to how many Perch I can catch in Missouri?
No, there is no limit on the number of Perch you can keep in Missouri.
Are there any size restrictions for Perch in Missouri?
No, there are no size limits for Perch in Missouri. You can keep any size you catch.
What kind of license do I need to fish for Perch near Columbia, MO?
You just need a standard Missouri fishing permit to fish for Perch.
What's the best bait for catching Perch in the Columbia area?
Small worms, minnows, and insect larvae are all effective baits for Perch. Small jigs and spinners can also work well.
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