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Kansas City, MO Fishing Trip — April

Your Kansas City, MO Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 50°F4.7" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

14 species
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
PerchExcellent
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Common CarpExcellent
Common Carp
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
MuskieGood
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
Bighead CarpGood
Bighead Carp
Various
Black CarpGood
Black Carp
Various
Buffalo FishGood
Buffalo Fish
Various
Grass CarpGood
Grass Carp
Various
Silver CarpGood
Silver Carp
Various

April Weather in Kansas City

67°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
4.7"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

4 Guides Near Kansas City

No guides are based in Kansas City, but these guides operate nearby.

Stockton Missouri Bass Fishing - Stockton Missouri Bass Fishing
Stockton Missouri Bass Fishing

Stockton Missouri Bass Fishing

5(17)Top Rated

My name is George Spicer. I am an experienced Bass fisherman with more than 40 years of fishing knowledge on bass and other game fish. I have extensive knowledg

El Dorado Springs, Missouri
Catch 'em Guide Service - Catch 'em Guide Service
Catch 'em Guide Service

Catch 'em Guide Service

5(3)Top Rated
Clinton, Missouri
Catfishingguide - Catfishingguide
Catfishingguide

Catfishingguide

3(3)
freshwater
Warsaw, Missouri
Proffesional Fishing Guide Services - Jack Vanderpool
Jack Vanderpool

Proffesional Fishing Guide Services

Marshall, Missouri

inshore
Marshall, Missouri

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Kansas City from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Kansas City

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Kansas City

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

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Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Northern Pike

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Perch

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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

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

Check specific area regulations for exceptions.

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.

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

Check specific area regulations for exceptions.

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