Stockton Lake: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Missouri, US

Place
Paid
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
98 ft.

Stockton Lake is a big 'V' shaped reservoir, that covers 39 square miles. The lake is a perfect place for those who want to fish in calmness. Stockton Lake has a wide variety of fish.

Stockton Lake fishing map

Discover the Stockton Lake fishing map to explore key locations and best fishing spots in Missouri, United States, including the area around 37°36'29.0"N 93°46'11.0"W.

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Stockton Lake weather conditions

With the Stockton Lake weather forecast, analyze temperature trends, wind conditions, humidity, and potential precipitation to choose the best time for fishing.

Monitor real-time weather updates to avoid unfavorable conditions and increase your chances of a successful catch.

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Weather forecast, as of 02:14

2°C

Light rain overnight

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10°/0°

Wind

3 m/s

Humidity

78 %

Pressure

1013 hPa

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Fishing forecast for Stockton Lake, Missouri

Check out today's Stockton Lake fishing forecast and find the best time to go fishing.

Analyze key factors like atmospheric pressure, wind conditions, and moon phases to plan your fishing trip effectively.

Today, December 6

58%

SCORE

The bites are average now

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Factors influencing fish activity

Positive factors

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Stable, comfortable for fish atmospheric pressure

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Light winds have a very favorable effect on biting activity

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Stable wind direction

Negative factors

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An unfavorable moon phase for catching fish

Fish species to catch in the Stockton Lake, Missouri, United States (10)

Before your next fishing trip, check the latest Stockton Lake fishing regulations for Missouri.

There are countless Stockton Lake fish species to lure and explore on your next fishing trip. Every fish has its own set of rules and requirements that you must follow. Each fish species is subject to unique regulations, including fishing seasons, size limits, possession limits, etc.

Explore the current fishing regulations for Black crappie, Bluegill, Channel catfish, and others as of December 6, 2025, to ensure you comply with the latest rules. Please select your preferred species from the list to view regulations for different fish species.

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Stockton Lake

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Stockton Lake has 15 inches minimum length limit on largemouth and smallmouth bass, and 12 inches minimum length limit on spotted bass.
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Using small jigs or minnows around brush structure might help you to catch crappie.
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The best time to fish for white bass is from mid-March to the end of April. Small crankbaits, rooster tails, topwater lures, and white jigs might help you to catch this fish.
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You can find a lot of black bass in the lower section of the lake.
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To catch walleye target the area around the dam, coves, and more shallow water in spring and fall. Target the level of thermocline or near it in summer.
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The best time for catfishing here starts in the mid-May and ends in the mid-June.
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The daily creel limit for crappie is 15 fish per day with the minimum length limit of 10 inches