Branson, MO Fishing Trip — August

Your Branson, MO Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 69°F2.4" rain · 4 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

August Weather in Branson

86°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

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 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.

Buy License Online — Missouri

Species Regulations

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

None

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

None

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day (only 2 may be Flathead Catfish)
Size Limit:No size limit

In streams, only 1 catfish over 24 inches may be included in the daily limit. Special limits apply to certain areas.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum length limit on streams; varies on some impoundments

Check specific regulations for impoundments as length limits may vary.

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