Battered and fried over a campfire, roasted whole on sticks, baked in hobo packets on hot coals—no matter how it’s fixed, freshly caught fish can be the highlight of a meal enjoyed after a day of successful fishing, that is, if the catch is properly cared for before cooking.
Lakes in Missouri
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There's something awe-inspiring about Missouri's landscapes. Its fertile prairies. Its mighty rivers. The Mississippi, winding along the eastern edge. The Missouri, slicing down its belly. Then there's the Ozark Plateau, an enchanting mix of woodlands, hills and caves. Lakes like Table Rock, Stockton, Clearwater, Wappapello, Bull Shoals and the Lake of the Ozarks are also impressive sights, as is the Harry S. Truman Reservoir in Warsaw, which teems with black bass and crappie year round. Other notable Missouri lakes include Smithville, a popular recreational site that features swimming, fishing and boating on the water and golf, camping, hiking, cycling, picnicking and horseback riding near its shores. The La Plata City Reservoir in is another well-loved spot known for fishing, camping and hiking. Crane Lake also offers excellent fishing for bass, catfish and sunfish. Likewise, Kellogg Lake allows fishing. However, Kellogg's best known as the region's biggest outdoor classroom, offering visitors opportunities to study area fauna and flora. |
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Bull Shoals Lake is located in southern Missouri. This is also site for Bull Shoals-White River State Park. Facilities here include camping, picnic sites and playgrounds. |
Mark Twain Lake is located near the historic town of Hannibal, hometown of renowned author Mark Twain. This lake is well known for fishing. The 2,775 acre Mark Twain State Park surrounds the lake. |
Montrose Lake is located in the Montrose Conservation Area not far from Clinton, Missouri. The lake contains a good-sized population of catfish as well as bass and crappie. It has one boat ramp and several individual primitive campsites. Because the lake is surrounded by wetlands and forest, it's a great place for bird watchers, particularly those interested in migrating waterfowl. Hunting is also permitted, and blinds are available through a daily drawing during hunting season. |
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