Missouri regulations
Blue Catfish Regulations in Missouri 2026
Missouri Blue Catfish regulations: Daily bag 10 fish/day, Possession 10 fish, Slot min 26 inches. Sourced from Conservation.
Rules (15)
Harry S. Truman Reservoir On The Lake And Its Tributaries
- Daily bag
- 2 fish/day
- Possession
- 10 fish
- Slot min
- 26"
- Slot max
- 34"
the daily limit may not contain more than 2 blue catfish more than 34"
Lake Of The Ozarks On The Lake And Its Tributaries
- Daily bag
- 2 fish/day
- Possession
- 10 fish
- Slot min
- 26"
- Slot max
- 34"
the daily limit may not contain more than 2 blue catfish more than 34"
Mississippi River, Including Pools 20–26
- Daily bag
- 20 fish
- Possession
- 20 fish
combined total of these species.
Other Missouri fish regulations
Other regulated species in Missouri with current rule pages — same Conservation source, same verification cadence.
- Smallmouth Bass55 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)27 rules
- Largemouth Bass20 rules
- Walleye18 rules
- Channel Catfish6 rules
- Flathead Catfish6 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)4 rules
Frequently asked questions
When is Blue Catfish season in Missouri?
Blue Catfish season in Missouri is set by Conservation. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Blue Catfish in Missouri?
Minimum size for Blue Catfish in Missouri is 26 inches in Mark Twain Lake, per Conservation. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Blue Catfish in Missouri?
Daily bag limit for Blue Catfish in Missouri is 10 fish/day in Harry S. Truman Reservoir, per Conservation.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/missouri/fishing/special-waterbody-regulations
- https://www.eregulations.com/missouri/fishing/fishing-regulations
- https://mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with Conservation before keeping a catch.