Potosi, MO Fishing Trip — May
Your Potosi, MO Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 54°F5.5" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
ExcellentRainbow Trout
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentWalleye
Various
May Weather in Potosi
70°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
5.5"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
1 Guide Near Potosi
No guides are based in Potosi, 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 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.
Species Regulations
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
In impoundments of 100 acres or more, only 1 catfish can be over 24 inches. Check specific area regulations for exceptions.
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.
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.