Union Star, MO Fishing Trip — August

Your Union Star, MO Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 66°F2.4" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Channel CatfishGood
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Union Star

82°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 Guide Near Union Star

No guides are based in Union Star, 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

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.

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.

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