Camdenton, MO Fishing Trip — May
Your Camdenton, MO Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 56°F5.5" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
May Weather in Camdenton
71°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
5.5"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
1 in Camdenton + 14 Nearby
$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.
Bluegill
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.