Gerster, MO Fishing Trip — May
Your Gerster, MO Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 55°F5.6" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
May Weather in Gerster
72°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
5.6"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
10 Guides Near Gerster
No guides are based in Gerster, 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.
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 freshwater / inshore Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- 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
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.
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.
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.