Carl Junction, MO Fishing Trip — May

Your Carl Junction, MO Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 56°F7.9" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

May Weather in Carl Junction

73°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
7.9"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

32 Guides Near Carl Junction

No guides are based in Carl Junction, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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.

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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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Missouri Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$12
Non-Resident$42
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Trout permit additional for trout parks and designated areas.

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Species Regulations

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

Check specific area regulations for exceptions.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

In some areas, only 1 may be over 18 inches. Check specific area regulations for exceptions.

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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