What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Branson, Missouri for the first time?

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Scott Litwiller
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Went fishing with Excel Fishing Charters on May 31, 2025
table rock Lake is conventional freshwater fishing and lake. TanyComo is all trout fishing because the temperature is so cold. Make sure you know what you are booking. If you prefer either one, make sure you pick your guide accordingly. Taneycomo is all trout fishing and is drifting up and down the lake They call it Lake TanyComo but it’s really a river with a dam each end of it We had an awesome time and I had never finished your truck before. But just know ahead of time what you are looking in case you prefer either one. It’s kind of interesting because you can get trout and conventional freshwater fishing only one mile apart from each other. There’s not a lot of places in the United States where you can do that.

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Randall Jarrell
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Went fishing with Dave's Guide Service on May 22, 2025
Branson is a cool place with a lot to do. Plan on spending some time taking in the local attractions in addition to great fishing! You can purchase fishing licenses online and don’t forget to add the trout stamp if your fishing for trout.

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Jason Hatton
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Went fishing with Captain Micham's Guide Service on April 18, 2025
The weather is always the most unpredictable element of your fishing trip; however, if you choose carefully the time of the year and the guide, then you have your best chance of catching the fish you would like.

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Benjamin Smith
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Went fishing with Branson Trout Charters on March 21, 2025
The morning started out below freezing so the fish were finicky. Definitely should have worn heavier jackets and even gloves at least for the first half hour. The sun got hire up and we started finding schools. We were both just happy to be out on the lake, and we caught enough for supper and then some. ;)

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Keith Rice
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Went fishing with Hooked On Branson Fishing on October 19, 2024
Yes. This was a great trip with a great guide. Caught fish quickly and captain was terrific. Great with kids and very knowledgeable and experienced. Knew the lake well and what was working to catch fish currently.

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Lee Wilcox
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Went fishing with Excel Fishing Charters on September 19, 2024
Nice setting for a gorgeous day on a scenic waterway. But if you want more than that, the quality of your guide will make a big difference. Some find September a great month. At least one thinks it’s one of the slowest. When things are right, Taneycomo is an opportunity for uncommonly nice experiences.

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Adrian Metzger
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Went fishing with Cody Spetz Fishing Adventures on September 19, 2024
We had a better experience than other people on the lake. Several anglers said they weren’t catching much today. Our guide thought it was because of low oxygen in the water due to the dam not being opened. As for when to come, that depends what you are fishing for. Best to consult a guide beforehand.

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Dana Haynes
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Went fishing with Hooked On Branson Fishing on August 1, 2024
Two great options for different types of fishing - trout and then big lake fishing. It is hot so bring sunscreen, hat and long sleeves to help make your day more comfortable. Early morning or late afternoon fishing trips are the best.

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Andrew Mount
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Went fishing with Hooked On Branson Fishing on July 26, 2024
Don’t try and fish this lake if you don’t have knowledge of the lake or the gear to do so. Hire a guide once or twice and get to know the lake and its patterns. Different fish feed in different locations at different times.

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Perry Hart
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Went fishing with Captain Micham's Guide Service on June 28, 2024
Book Captain Micham! It will be well worth the money and create lasting memories. No question his knowledge and expertise will help me fishing on my own anywhere in any lake. Great for beginners through experts.

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Daniel Weidner
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Went fishing with Branson's Reel Fishing LLC on June 10, 2024
We enjoyed the fishing a great deal. However, we may not return again to the Branson area because the political environment is “in your face“, and does not always appear appropriate for families and children. It is a shame because we enjoy the area and politics should not pollute that experience. The people in the restaurants and stores were wonderful and friendly, it was the people and the places that we saw outside of there that we felt were unnecessary and intrusive. This cannot be good for tourism if there is an environment that excludes and alienates half (+) of your potential customers .

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Jimmy & Mary Cannedy Seigler
Kansas City, Missouri
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Went fishing with Badock’s Guide Service on July 5, 2023
Having a guide that has experience, knows the area, provides a boat and all the fishing gear you need. It makes traveling so much easier when you don’t have to being all of the fishing gear with you.

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Anita Black
Altus, OK
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Went fishing with Eric's Elite Guide Service- Branson on January 14, 2023
Definitely do it. I loved how big and beautiful the lake was I'm more of an out doors person so having this option to go on a fishing trip while being in Branson was great! It was cold but was still a blast and still caught nice bass.

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Ted & Linda Ostby
Clinton, Iowa
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Went fishing with Payable’s Combined Species Trips on April 7, 2019
Yes I would recommend fishing in Branson. It was a little slow due to the cold water but crappies are due to spawn shortly guide was very professional boat was great. Scenery and weather was absolutely perfect I would recommend fishing Branson and with a guide could easily get lost on this Lake if you don't know it.

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Sarah Saik
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Went fishing with Eric's Elite Guide Service- Branson on May 3, 2025
Choose Captain Eric. Pack warm and water proof clothes. Get ready for a fun catch… those bass love to take you on a ride.

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Geoffrey Wise
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Went fishing with Get the Net Guide Service on April 28, 2025
Snagging spoonbill is a different type of fishing and very challenging but so much fun! Gotta do it at least once!

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Natalie Mason
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Went fishing with Branson's Reel Fishing LLC on April 19, 2025
I would wait until you have a consistently warm weather pattern. It may have been a little early for this trip.

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Micheal Bachman
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Went fishing with Dave's Guide Service on May 28, 2025
If they are not letting water out of the dam the bite is slow but still good fishing!

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Stephen Schick
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Went fishing with Cody Spetz Fishing Adventures on May 13, 2025
I would highly rate a trip with Cody Spetz for an enjoyable day on the water. You will catch fish.

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Tim Millner
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Went fishing with Hooked On Branson Fishing on March 26, 2025
Bring water, snacks, sun screen, hat, sunglasses and sweatshirt. Bring gear for any type of weather.

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Kelly Arnberger
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Went fishing with Fish On Guide Service on March 21, 2025
If it’s your first boat ride…..book it later in the spring. If you know what you are getting into, highly recommend.

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Joan Smith
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Went fishing with Cody Spetz Fishing Adventures on March 20, 2025
It was a really good fishing trip. We caught a lot of trout and learned a lot about fishing along the way.

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David Nieman
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Went fishing with Dave's Guide Service on March 18, 2025
Find David Welch and book a trip with him! We caught so many trout and he was super friendly. Best charter I ever had!

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Fernando Rangel
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Went fishing with Hooked On Branson Fishing on March 11, 2025
Get a guide because fishing is tough in February-March. They will be your best bet to be put on fish.

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Douglas Parks
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Went fishing with Dave's Guide Service on March 9, 2025
I wouldn’t really recommend anything as long as you have a good captain I think you’ll have a great day!

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Went fishing with Anglers Adventures Guide Service – Branson on January 3, 2025
Book a fishing trip with Captain Jeff VanNimwegen with Angler's Adventures Guide Service will love every minute!

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Ryan Tyler
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Went fishing with Breaking Bass Guide Service on October 16, 2024
Table Rock was a new lake for us and it delivered. It’s always nice to fish new water with someone who knows the lake and where fish hide.

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Patricia Naumoski
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Went fishing with Hooked On Branson Fishing on October 5, 2024
My boys had such a great time with Brien. They said he was extremely helpful and a blast to be around. They truly enjoyed their fishing experience.

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Ashlynn Micham
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Went fishing with Captain Micham's Guide Service on September 21, 2024
The fishing is only as good as the guide so make sure they are a great one highly recommend Dustin from captain Michams guide service!!!

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Kurt Johnson
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Went fishing with Branson's Reel Fishing LLC on September 7, 2024
A cold front had just come through which pretty much shut down activity with the fish. BUT, it was still a great time and was better than working!