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Urban Fishing

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Every year, tens of thousands of Kansas City and St. Louis residents enjoy quick, convenient access to fishing through Missouri's urban fishing initiative. A network of over 30 urban lakes statewide means more opportunity for Missourians to fish locally than ever before.

Use the interactive map below to locate an urban lake near you.

Before Heading Out

Visit the St. Louis and Kansas City urban fishing pages for information regarding public accessibility, fish stocking, and other local resources.

Anniversary Ahead!

2019 marks 50 years of urban fishing in Missouri. Be on the lookout for special events and local fish stockings in the months to come, and help ring in this fishing tradition by wetting a line in your own back yard.

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St. Louis Fishing

More than 100,000 urban fishing trips are planned in St. Louis every year. With 17 urban lakes spanning the area, fishing in St. Louis has never been better.

Kansas City Fishing

With a network of 11 urban lakes and regular in-season stocking of catfish and winter trout, Kansas City offers first-rate fishing opportunities without having to leave town.

Urban Fishing Then and Now

It has been five decades in the making since Missouri's urban fishing initiative first took off. Come see what's been happening over the years.

Celebrate Fifty Years of Urban Fishing in Missouri

Find events, contests, and awards as part of the anniversary celebration in 2019

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Winter Trout Fishing Areas

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Live Bait Dealers

Browse and search for live bait dealers throughout Missouri.

First Fish Certificate

Create and print a personalized certificate to commemorate your first catch.

Master Angler Award

The Master Angler Award recognizes the accomplishments of anglers who catch memorable fish in Missouri.

Fish Bragging Board

Browse photos of the latest fish shared on various social networks.

Discover Nature - Fishing

Missouri's fishing education program helps Missourians gain the skills and confidence to go fishing on their own. Advanced skills classes are also available.

Get Started Fishing

Learn the basics of how to fish, and where to look for fish in ponds, lakes and rivers.

Where to Fish

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This is NOT a legal document. Regulations are subject to revision during the current year.
Refer to the Wildlife Code.