Where is the best fishing at Lake of the Ozarks?
Lake of the Ozarks has an under fished catfish population. Prime areas for catfish action include the riprap around the bridges crossing the main river channel, particularly the Grand Glaize Bridge on Highway 54.
What are the fish biting on at Lake of the Ozarks?
Black bass: Good on magnum-sized plastic worms, deep-diving crankbaits and jigs along main lake points. Crappie: Good trolling crankbaits along points and bluffs. White bass and hybrids: Good trolling small swimbaits along points. Catfish: Excellent drifting skipjack herring and shad around shad schools.
How deep are the crappie at Lake of the Ozarks?
8 to 10 feet
The pre-spawn period begins when the surface temperature climbs to around 50 to 52 degrees and crappie move into depths of 8 to 10 feet.
How much should I tip my fishing guide?
Whether the fish are biting or not, it’s customary to give a 15% or 20% tip to a hard working and knowledgeable guide.
What is the average tip for a fishing charter?
15-20%
Fishing Charter Tips and Gratuity Guide The customary gratuity is 15-20% of the price of a charter. In other words, $100 for every $500 you spend. If the crew has gone considerably far out of their way for you, you may tip more, just like in a restaurant.
What is the best bait for Lake of the Ozarks?
catfish fair using cut baits, chicken livers, or whole shad; crappie slow, try using minnows or crappie jigs; white bass fair using light-colored soft plastics or crappie jigs.
What temp do crappie spawn at the Lake of the Ozarks?
Spawning for bass and crappie normally starts when the water temps reach 58-65 degrees. On Lake of the Ozarks, this is usually mid-April to mid-May. Prior to the spawn, in March, fish come out of winter with a healthy appetite. This makes them much easier to catch.
Are crappie spawning at Lake of the Ozarks?
Lake of the Ozarks crappie move in to spawn when the water temperature ranges from 52 to 62 degrees. In early April, they fish will just about be on the bank spawning. A variety of plastic-bodied jigs, including Sassy Shads, tube jigs or curly tail bodies, work during the spawn.
Who is the fishing guide for Lake of the Ozarks?
Barber Fishing Guide Service (314) 583 8174 (314) 583 8174 If catching crappie, bass, catfish, or white bass is on your agenda while visiting Lake of the Ozarks, give Captain Chris a call at (314) 583 8174 and we’ll get you on the water!
What do you need for Barber fishing guide?
Rods, tackle, and lures are provided as well as beverages. We also clean your fish for a nominal fee. All you need is a MO fishing license and sunscreen! Our customers have fun and catch fish! Barber Fishing Guide Service
What to do in the lake of the Ozarks?
Art Galleries in Lake of the OzarksAntique Shops in Lake of the OzarksFactory Outlets in Lake of the OzarksFlea & Street Markets in Lake of the OzarksShopping Malls in Lake of the OzarksSpeciality & Gift Shops in Lake of the OzarksFarmers Markets in Lake of the Ozarks
Where is the boat dock on Lake of the Ozarks?
As our boat dock is located in Lick Branch Cove at the 5 mile marker (north shore) we prefer to conduct fishing charters within 10 miles of Bagnell Dam. We typically begin charters at our dock however we will pick you up on the water between Bagnell dam and mile marker 10 of the Osage arm or up to mile marker 5 of the Gravois arm.