Kids Free Fishing Day

5/20/2023 | Roaring River State Park | Cassville, MO

You are invited to historic Roaring River State Park on Saturday, May 20, for Kids Free Fishing Day. Youth have the opportunity to fish all day for free and connect with nature through participation in a variety of activities. Everyone 15 and younger will be able to get tags for free the day of the event.

A section of the river from the first low-water crossing up toward the hatchery will be specially designated for youth to fish in throughout the day. Adults will not be allowed to fish by themselves in this area. Parents and guardians are welcome to help the children as needed, but only one pole between the helper and the kid may be used at any time. Volunteers will be present to help in any way possible. A free lunch of hot dogs, chips and drink will be provided by the park concessionaire in the lower section of the CCC Lodge.

So, come out to beautiful Roaring River State Park to connect with nature and watch the kids catch some fish. The event will be held rain, snow or shine, assuming conditions are deemed safe. Fishing hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. in May.

This is a joint event held in conjunction with Missouri Department of Conservation. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the park office (417-847-2539), MDC hatchery (417-847-2430) or park store (417-847-4971).

Fishing Times: 6:30 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.

This event is being held in conjunction with the National Park Trust's Kids to Parks Day. For more information about Kids to Parks Day and to see a complete list of associated events at Missouri State Parks, click here.

Click here to read the news release.

Roaring River State Park is located at: