Taney County, MO · Reservoir
Table Rock Lake
A clear White River reservoir near Branson, nationally known for smallmouth, largemouth, and spotted bass on the bluffs, plus crappie and walleye.
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Top pick today
Striped Bass — Skip the Striped Bass trip today.
Best conditions of 5 species tracked at Table Rock Lake.
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Species at Table Rock Lake
5 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top pick is open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Striped Bass Skip the Striped Bass trip today. In season 2/100
What's helping
- incoming tide — striped bass prefers incoming tide
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 47°F water — below striped bass's active range (50–72°f)
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Morone saxatilis — Maryland's state fish. Anadromous — runs into Bay tributaries to spawn each spring. Targeted by trolling, jigging, live-lining, and surf casting. Locally called "rockfish."
Prefers. Water 50–72°F (ideal 62°F) · incoming tide · depth 5–35 ft.
- Daily creel
- 30
No length limit, 30/day (white, striped & hybrid bass combined).
Source: Missouri regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Largemouth Bass Skip the Largemouth Bass trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 47°F water — below largemouth bass's active range (55–85°f)
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Micropterus salmoides — Most popular gamefish in MD non-tidal waters. Ambush predator around cover — lily pads, submerged timber, docks, grass edges. Hits plastics, spinnerbaits, jigs, and topwater across the season.
Prefers. Water 55–85°F (ideal 72°F) · either tide · depth 3–25 ft.
- Min size
- 15"
- Daily creel
- 6
15" minimum, 6/day (largemouth & smallmouth combined; 12 black bass in total).
Source: Missouri regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Smallmouth Bass Skip the Smallmouth Bass trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 47°F water — below smallmouth bass's active range (55–78°f)
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Micropterus dolomieu — Premier gamefish of the non-tidal Potomac, the Upper Susquehanna, and Deep Creek Lake. Pound-for-pound one of the hardest-fighting freshwater fish. Hits tubes, crayfish imitations, spinnerbaits, and topwater poppers.
Prefers. Water 55–78°F (ideal 68°F) · either tide · depth 3–30 ft.
- Min size
- 15"
- Daily creel
- 6
15" minimum, 6/day (black bass combined).
Source: Missouri regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Crappie Skip the Crappie trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 47°F water — below crappie's active range (50–80°f)
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Pomoxis spp. — Covers both black crappie (P. nigromaculatus) and white crappie (P. annularis). Schooling panfish around brush, docks, and submerged timber. Spring pre-spawn is the prime season — small minnows and 1/16-oz jigs are the go-to.
Prefers. Water 50–80°F (ideal 65°F) · either tide · depth 3–20 ft.
- Daily creel
- 15
15/day on most Ozark reservoirs (varies by water).
Source: Missouri regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Walleye Skip the Walleye trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 47°F water — below walleye's active range (50–72°f)
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Sander vitreus — Maryland's premier cool-water gamefish. Deep Creek Lake is the flagship fishery; also found in the non-tidal Potomac and the Youghiogheny River. Low-light feeder — dusk, dawn, and overcast/windy days are prime. Jigs, crankbaits, and nightcrawler harnesses are standard.
Prefers. Water 50–72°F (ideal 62°F) · either tide · depth 10–40 ft.
- Min size
- 18"
- Daily creel
- 8
18" minimum, 8/day (walleye & sauger combined).
Source: Missouri regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Reservoir
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Missouri
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Local reports & rules for Table Rock Lake: Missouri Dept. of Conservation fishing & regulations → · fish-consumption advisories (EPA directory) →
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Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Table Rock Lake?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Table Rock Lake you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Table Rock Lake?
Table Rock Lake is listed on this site for 5 commonly-targeted species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Walleye, and 1 more. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Table Rock Lake?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Table Rock Lake against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Table Rock Lake have?
Table Rock Lake has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Table Rock Lake?
state agency regulations apply at Table Rock Lake. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Table Rock Lake tidal water?
No. Table Rock Lake is non-tidal — water level varies with rainfall, seasonal flow, and (where applicable) upstream dam releases rather than tidal exchange.