Trout Opening 2024

The opening of the catch-and-keep trout fishing season on March 1 is an important Missouri tradition, marking the beginning of a season that runs until Oct. 31. The season officially begins at 6:30 a.m. at Bennett Spring State Park near Lebanon, Montauk State Park near Salem, and Roaring River State Park near Cassville. In addition to premier trout fishing, visitors to the state’s trout parks can enjoy miles of hiking trails, lodging and camping options, and on-site dining facilities.

Read the 2024 press release.

Trout Cams

Get a current view of the stream at Bennett Spring State Park.
Get a current view of the river at Roaring River State Park.

Opening Day Tag Sales

2024 opening day trout tag sales for Bennett Spring State Park, Montauk State Park and Roaring River State Park.

Past Tag Sales

Charts showing total trout tags sold for Bennett Spring State Park, Montauk State Park and Roaring River State Park.

Opening Day Photo Galleries

Click on the images below to see photos from Opening Day at each park.
Image will take you to the 2024 Trout Opening Flickr Gallery for Bennett Spring State Park.
Image will take you to the 2024 Trout Opening Flickr Gallery for Montauk State Park.
Image will take you to the 2024 Trout Opening Flickr Gallery for Roaring River State Park.