Jacksonville, MO Fishing Trip — May
Your Jacksonville, MO Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentRainbow Trout
Various
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentBrown Trout
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
9 Guides Near Jacksonville
No guides are based in Jacksonville, 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
Peak
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
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No length limit
Check specific regulations for trout parks and trout management areas as they may differ.
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.
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.
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.