Not every place needs a reason.
Sometimes it's enough just to be there.
Feb 15 – Feb 15, 2026
Trout Opening at Maramec Spring Park
St. James
Annual opening of trout season at Maramec Spring Park. Prizes, refreshments and fishing contest hosted…
Missouri
Fishing Derbies in Missouri
9 events found
Find your way.
There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.
Apr 18 – Apr 19, 2026
Kid’s Free Fishing Day
Salem
No daily trout fishing tag fee will be required in the park for kids 15…
Go where you feel alive.
Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.
Apr 18 – Apr 18, 2026
Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby
Lee’s Summit
Open to ages 2-15. Contestants should bring their own fishing pole, bait and bucket to…
Stay curious.
A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.
May 2 – May 2, 2026
Spring Kid’s Free Fishing Day
Cassville
The Department of Natural Resources, The Missouri Department of Conservation and Roaring River Emory Melton…
Worth the stop.
Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.
May 2 – May 2, 2026
Free Kids Fishing Day
Lebanon
Kids Free Fishing Day takes place on the first Saturday in May. This is a…
Let it unfold.
Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.
Jun 6 – Jun 7, 2026
Free Fishing For Everyone
Lebanon
The Department of Conservation has designated the weekend after the first Monday in June as…
Keep it easy.
The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.
Aug 1 – Aug 1, 2026
Back To School Kid’s Fishing Day
Cassville
Anglers under the age of 16 are allowed to sign up and obtain a free…
Take less, experience more.
What you carry matters less than what you notice.
Sep 12 – Sep 13, 2026
Rose Holland Trout Derby
Salem
Fish for tagged trout during this popular fishing derby. Successful anglers will receive prizes on…
Find your way.
There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.
Oct 3 – Oct 4, 2026
Clarence Holland Memorial Trout Fishing Derby
Lebanon
This memorial fishing derby begins on Saturday and ends on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Mr.…