Columbia, MO Fishing Trip — December
Your Columbia, MO Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 45°F / Low 26°F0.6" rain · 3 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
FairCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairNorthern Pike
Various
FairPerch
Jigging · Live Bait
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
LowSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
LowMuskie
Casting · Trolling
LowWalleye
Various
December Weather in Columbia
45°F
Avg High
26°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
17 Guides Near Columbia
No guides are based in Columbia, but these guides operate 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.
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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
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.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
Only one pike may be longer than 30 inches. Check specific area regulations for exceptions.
Perch
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No statewide regulations, but local regulations may apply.
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.