Richmond Heights, MO Fishing Trip — September

Your Richmond Heights, MO Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 63°F2.5" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

September Weather in Richmond Heights

82°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
2.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 Guide Near Richmond Heights

No guides are based in Richmond Heights, 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

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum length limit on streams; varies on some impoundments

Check specific regulations for impoundments as length limits may vary.

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.

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

Check specific area regulations for exceptions.

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