Trout

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Rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss
Lance Merry
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Brown Trout
Also called the "German brown," the brown trout is a native of Europe. A favorite of anglers, it can reach a size of 37 inches and 26 pounds.

Rainbow Trout
This coldwater fish isn’t native to Missouri, but this “king of sport fish”—maintained by stocking into suitable waters—is certainly appreciated by anglers.

Fishing Type
Game
Topic Category
Hunting / Fishing Guide
Seasons
Regulations
Biological Information
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
Seasons
Season Dates Hours Limits/Notes
Trout Areas -

Daily limit: 4
Possession limit: 8
Length limit: No size limit on rainbow trout; 15 inch minimum for brown trout in streams
Limits apply on all waters except on areas with special regulations.
Trout Parks -

Hours vary. Check park information for details.

Daily limit: 4
Possession limit: 8
Length limit: minimum 15 inches for brown trout, no limit for rainbow

This season is open only in the following trout parks: Maramec Spring Park, Bennett Spring State Park, Montauk State Park and Roaring River State Park.
Trout: Catch-and-Release -

Hours vary by park.

You may not keep trout during this season. Fishing is catch-and-release only.

This season is open only in the following trout parks: Maramec Spring Park, Bennett Spring State Park, Montauk State Park, and Roaring River State Park.