Any angler angling for a vacation in the Ozarks will without any doubt make a beeline for Branson in Missouri. The dam on the White River here created Lake Taneycomo, a manmade reservoir which has transformed the entire area into an outdoor paradise. All the Lake Taneycomo fishing guides religiously point out that this is among the finest bass and trout fishing spots in the nation.
Tourists in downtown Branson have an advantage because of direct and easy access to the water. Anglers may want to check out some of the other access points east of Branson, including at Branson Landing, Powersite, Rockaway Beach or Forsyth. The entire length of 22 miles between the two dams is one big trout fishing spectacle all year round, drawing people from all corners of the nation.
The cold and clear water is stocked with a bounty of around 750,000 trout each year. These are huge trophy rainbow and brown trout, raised at the amazing Shepherd of the Hills hatchery which produces around 1.25 million catchable trout annually. Anglers need to follow state license regulations here, and there are additional rules for the upper end of this lake which is a restricted area.
The abundance and quality of the catch at the upper end make it ideal for both fly as well as spin fishing. The artificial area regulations and slot limits make it a bit harder, but that just enhances the challenge of the experience. Anyway, the remaining 19 miles of water between the dams has no such lure and length restrictions.
There's a limit of four fish per day per trout permit, which anglers can apply for as a daily, annual or lifetime permit. Daily permits costing $7 are valid only for a specific date. They can be purchased at any Missouri sporting goods store, or even at a Walmart.
The upper end restricted area covers about three miles of this lake between the mouth of Fall Creek and Table Rock Dam. Use of bait is prohibited here, and a trout permit is needed even for those who only plan to catch and release. Slot limits are in force here, and apply for 20" brown trout and 12-20" rainbow trout.
Practically speaking, it means that only rainbow trout less than 12 inches and more than 20 inches may be kept. Those in the slot have to be released back into the water at once. The same applies for brown trout smaller than 20 inches, which must be released after being caught. These slot limits are separate from the usual possession limits, which are also applicable.
It's important to know the secret spots which eager anglers and tourists have not already trawled. This is the best way to end up with a catch of huge record-breaking trout after a hard day of wading and boating. It's a lot easier with the help of expert local fishing guides who take people out of guided tours. White River and Lake Taneycomo fishing spots shift every season, and only these expert guides know exactly where the fish are at any given point of time.
Tourists in downtown Branson have an advantage because of direct and easy access to the water. Anglers may want to check out some of the other access points east of Branson, including at Branson Landing, Powersite, Rockaway Beach or Forsyth. The entire length of 22 miles between the two dams is one big trout fishing spectacle all year round, drawing people from all corners of the nation.
The cold and clear water is stocked with a bounty of around 750,000 trout each year. These are huge trophy rainbow and brown trout, raised at the amazing Shepherd of the Hills hatchery which produces around 1.25 million catchable trout annually. Anglers need to follow state license regulations here, and there are additional rules for the upper end of this lake which is a restricted area.
The abundance and quality of the catch at the upper end make it ideal for both fly as well as spin fishing. The artificial area regulations and slot limits make it a bit harder, but that just enhances the challenge of the experience. Anyway, the remaining 19 miles of water between the dams has no such lure and length restrictions.
There's a limit of four fish per day per trout permit, which anglers can apply for as a daily, annual or lifetime permit. Daily permits costing $7 are valid only for a specific date. They can be purchased at any Missouri sporting goods store, or even at a Walmart.
The upper end restricted area covers about three miles of this lake between the mouth of Fall Creek and Table Rock Dam. Use of bait is prohibited here, and a trout permit is needed even for those who only plan to catch and release. Slot limits are in force here, and apply for 20" brown trout and 12-20" rainbow trout.
Practically speaking, it means that only rainbow trout less than 12 inches and more than 20 inches may be kept. Those in the slot have to be released back into the water at once. The same applies for brown trout smaller than 20 inches, which must be released after being caught. These slot limits are separate from the usual possession limits, which are also applicable.
It's important to know the secret spots which eager anglers and tourists have not already trawled. This is the best way to end up with a catch of huge record-breaking trout after a hard day of wading and boating. It's a lot easier with the help of expert local fishing guides who take people out of guided tours. White River and Lake Taneycomo fishing spots shift every season, and only these expert guides know exactly where the fish are at any given point of time.
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