Columbia, MO Fishing Trip — June

Your Columbia, MO Fishing Trip

June2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 67°F8.1" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in June

8 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
MuskieExcellent
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

June Weather in Columbia

83°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
8.1"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

17 Guides Near Columbia

No guides are based in Columbia, 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.

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

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.

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.

Muskie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1
Size Limit:36-inch minimum

Some areas may have specific length limits or be catch and release only. Check the specific regulations for the body of water you intend to fish.

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.

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