Purcell, MO Fishing Trip — January

Your Purcell, MO Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 38°F / Low 23°F2.1" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
Northern PikeFair
Northern Pike
Various
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing

January Weather in Purcell

38°F
Avg High
23°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

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

3 Guides Near Purcell

No guides are based in Purcell, 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.

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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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