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Lake Fishing in Kimberling City

4- 6 Hours -Table Rock Lake

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22 ft 1 - 12 People From $400
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Lake Fishing in Kissee Mills

Bull Shoals - Bass & Walleye

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22 ft 1 - 8 People From $350
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Lake Fishing in Branson

Bass Fishing Trip

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $400
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Lake Fishing in Table Rock

Table Rock Bass Fishing

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19 ft 1 - 8 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
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Lake Fishing in Branson

Best Of The Branson Area Lakes

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $475
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Lake Fishing in Branson

TABLE ROCK BASS FISHING

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $325

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Lake Fishing in Cape Fair

Table Rock Half Day Trip

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18 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
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Bass Fishing Table Rock Lake

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Bass Fishing Table Rock Lake

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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River, Lake Fishing in Branson

Fishing Adventure - Table Rock Lake

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21 ft 1 - 2 People From $350
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Beaver Lake - Bass & Walleye

100% (14)
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $350

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Missouri

What are the best smallmouth bass fishing trips in Missouri?

The best smallmouth bass fishing trips in Missouri are:

Why should I book a smallmouth bass fishing trip in Missouri with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 smallmouth bass trips in Missouri, and the most popular trips in the area are 4- 6 Hours -Table Rock Lake guided by Bryan, Bull Shoals - Bass & Walleye guided by Eric, and Bass Fishing Trip guided by Matt.

Our guides in Missouri are rated a 4.97 out of 5 based on 9509 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly smallmouth bass guides / fishing lessons in Missouri? Check out our beginner and family friendly smallmouth bass guides in Missouri.

What types of smallmouth bass fishing trips are common in Missouri?

Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for smallmouth bass in Missouri as well as river fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Missouri are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and jigging but live bait fishing and topwater fishing are popular as well.

How much does a Missouri smallmouth bass fishing trip cost?

Prices for smallmouth bass in Missouri can range anywhere from about $410 to $1,480, but the average price for a half day trip for smallmouth bass in Missouri is $689. The average price for a full day trip for smallmouth bass in Missouri is $992.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for smallmouth bass fishing in Missouri?

The most popular season for smallmouth bass fishing in Missouri is summer, and most anglers book their trips 29 days in advance.

Do I need a Missouri fishing license for smallmouth bass and what are the bag limits for smallmouth bass in Missouri?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Missouri, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Missouri. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Missouri.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Eric he was a great guide worked hard and he delivered the fish we Will certainly use him again thanks Eric for a great day of fishing drew and pam.

    Drew S. | October 7, 2026

    Trip: Table Rock Lake /Branson Area Lakes

  • ★★★★★
    Eric took our family out and we had a blast! Great guide and even better guy. Can’t wait to come back in the Spring and fish with him again.

    Zack H. | October 3, 2026

    Trip: Table Rock Lake /Branson Area Lakes

  • ★★★★★
    Eric was great, had us on fish all morning and was very helpful with explaining things so anyone could understand what to do no matter experience or skill level. We will be using him again.

    Ryan D. | September 25, 2026

    Trip: Table Rock Lake /Branson Area Lakes

  • ★★★★★
    It was a slow day but Eric really worked to get us fish we had a great time

    Fred B. | September 11, 2026

    Trip: Table Rock Lake /Branson Area Lakes

  • ★★★★★
    Robbie is great guide and great person.I. will recommend him to anybody I know

    David N. | September 6, 2026

    Trip: Table Rock Bass Fishing

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