Branson, MO Fishing Trip — April
Your Branson, MO Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 52°F11.1" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodWhite Bass
Various
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
April Weather in Branson
70°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
11.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
12 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Missouri Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$12
Non-Resident$42
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Trout permit additional for trout parks and designated areas.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Check specific zone regulations as some areas may have different limits or be catch and release only.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum
Check specific area regulations for exceptions.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check specific area regulations as some areas may have different limits or length restrictions.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day in aggregate with largemouth and smallmouth bass
Size Limit:12-inch minimum length limit on impoundments; no length limit on streams
Daily limit is 6 black bass in aggregate (largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass). Check specific regulations for conservation areas and special management areas.