Pleasant Hope, MO Fishing Trip — January

Your Pleasant Hope, MO Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 37°F / Low 22°F2" rain · 6 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various

January Weather in Pleasant Hope

37°F
Avg High
22°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

4 Guides Near Pleasant Hope

No guides are based in Pleasant Hope, 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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

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.

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

Check specific area regulations for exceptions.

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