Bates County · stream · order 3 river · ~6 cfs typical · seasonal
Fishing Branch
Fishing Branch is a stream in Bates County, Missouri. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Missouri's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Rain
95°
73°
18 mph
64%
Sat
Overcast
84°
68°
21 mph
2%
Sun
Clear
86°
63°
9 mph
2%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Collins Lake2.5 mi
- Powell Lake4.4 mi
- Sugar Creek6.9 mi
- Poage Creek6.2 mi
- Willow Branch7.2 mi
- Little Deer Creek7.5 mi
- Grinter Lake7.8 mi
- Lick Branch7.7 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official MO regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Fishing Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Fishing Branch?+
Yes — Missouri requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Fishing Branch?+
Fishing Branch is a stream in Bates County, Missouri. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.