St. Louis, MO Fishing Trip — March

Your St. Louis, MO Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in March

10 species
Buffalo FishGood
Buffalo Fish
Various
Common CarpGood
Common Carp
Various
Grass CarpFair
Grass Carp
Various
Shovelnose SturgeonFair
Shovelnose Sturgeon
Various
PaddlefishFair
Paddlefish
Various
Pallid SturgeonFair
Pallid Sturgeon
Various
Bighead CarpFair
Bighead Carp
Various
Silver CarpFair
Silver Carp
Various
Lake SturgeonFair
Lake Sturgeon
Various
Black CarpFair
Black Carp
Various

1 Guide Matched

$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

Buffalo Fish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Buffalo fish are considered non-game fish in Missouri.

Common Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may be taken by bowfishing, gig, or snagging.

Grass Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Diploid (fertile) grass carp may not be possessed, transported, or sold in Missouri. Only triploid (sterile) grass carp are allowed for stocking in private ponds with a permit.

Shovelnose Sturgeon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:24-37 inch slot limit

Only 2 shovelnose sturgeon may be possessed, and they must be within the 24-37 inch slot limit. All sturgeon over 37 inches must be released immediately.

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