Kansas City, MO Fishing Trip — March

Your Kansas City, MO Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 40°F2.6" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

14 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
PerchGood
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Buffalo FishGood
Buffalo Fish
Various
Common CarpGood
Common Carp
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
MuskieFair
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
Bighead CarpFair
Bighead Carp
Various
Black CarpFair
Black Carp
Various
Grass CarpFair
Grass Carp
Various
Silver CarpFair
Silver Carp
Various

March Weather in Kansas City

61°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
2.6"
Rainfall
7
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.

$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 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.

Buy License Online — Missouri

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.

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.

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