Silex, MO Fishing Trip — March
Your Silex, MO Fishing Trip
March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 39°F3.1" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in March
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
March Weather in Silex
61°F
Avg High
39°F
Avg Low
3.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 Guide Near Silex
No guides are based in Silex, 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
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.
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.
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.