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Region
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FIPS code
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Niangua River Hills

Points of Interest:

  • See a wide range of natural communities characteristic of the Osage River Hills region, including dolomite glades, chert woodlands, fens, headwater streams, and forests.
  • Search for the over 300 native plant species found here.
  • Enjoy expansive views of the Niangua River hills from open glades above Jakes Creek valley.

Natural Features Description:

Many of the natural communities here contain plants and animals adapted to periodic fire.

Bennett Spring Hanging Fen

Points of Interest:

  • Carefully observe a fen wetland on a steep side slope.
  • Marvel at the development of a small wetland on a steep hillside surrounded by dry, rocky woods.

Natural Features Description:

This small fen wetland natural community is surrounded by xeric soils on a steep hillside. Historically this fen was maintained as an opening due to the saturation of the soil and periodic wildfires that burned through adjacent glades and woodlands.

Niangua River

Restrictions

The use of porous-soled waders is prohibited.

While on any waters with length limits, all trout you possess must be kept with head, tail, and skin intact.

From Bennett Spring Branch to Prosperine Access - 11.5 miles of stocked stream: 

White Ribbon Trout Area, see restrictions below.

Niangua River White Ribbon Trout Area map (160.90 KB)

White Ribbon Trout Area

White Ribbon Trout Area
White Ribbon Trout Area

Coldwater streams capable of supporting trout populations year-round. All receive periodic stockings of rainbow trout, and some also receive brown trout. They provide great opportunities for catching and harvesting trout and the occasional chance to harvest a large trout.

Area Restrictions

Length Limit: Rainbows -- none; Browns -- at least 15"
Daily Limit: 4
Authorized Lures: All

Bennett Spring State Park

Restrictions

Unless exempt, you need fishing permit as well as a daily trout tag from March 1 to October 31. The daily trout tag is $5 for adults and $3 for youth 15 and younger. Trout tags and permits can be purchased at the park.

During the November through February catch-and-release season the annual trout permit replaces the daily trout tag.

November 10, 2023 - February 12, 2024
Trout fishing is allowed from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CST, Fridays through Mondays.
Catch-and-release fishing only.  (Fishing permit and annual trout permit required.)
Allowed lures: flies only

March 1 - October 31
Daily limit: 4 of all species combined. You must stop fishing after have 8 trout in your possession.

Fishing Times
March 1 - October 31
MonthBeginEnd
March6:30 am CST
7:30 am CDT		6:00 pm CST
7:00 pm CDT
April7:00 am7:30 pm
May6:30 am8:15 pm
June/July6:30 am8:30 pm
August7:00 am8:00 pm
September7:30 am7:15 pm
October7:30 am6:30 pm

Allowed lures: Flies, artificial lures, or soft plastic baits, depending on zone. See the Bennett Spring Hatchery area map for details.

Methods:

  • Not more than one pole and line may be used by one person at any time.
  • Gigging, snaring, snagging, and the taking of live bait are prohibited.
  • Some waters are posted as restricted to specific baits or lures.
  • The use of any foods to attract fish, except when placed on a hook, is prohibited.

Fishing zones, allowed methods, and regulations vary. Ask for additional information when you purchase your tag.

 

Bennett Spring State Park is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday through Monday.

Trout Parks

Trout Parks
Trout Park

Several of the onsite fish hatcheries offer visitor centers and displays and tours.

USDA - Buffalo

Office Open Status
Open

1240 Truman Rd
Buffalo, MO 65622
United States

Phone Number
(417) 345-7721