Long Branch State Park Closed for Managed Deer Hunt Nov. 7-10, 2026
Long Branch State Park will be closed from 10 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, until sunrise on Nov. 11, 2026, due to a managed deer hunt at the park. Only registered hunters and people working the event will be allowed in the park. All camping areas within the park will be closed during these times. This includes the special-use camping area, the backcountry campsites and the boat-in campsites.
For more information, please call the park office at 660-773-5229. For a complete list of closures and advisories, please visit our Park and Site Status Map.
Campground Closed for All of 2026 - Long Branch State Park
The campground at Long Branch State Park is closed for all of 2026 due to construction.
For more information, please call the park office at 660-773-5229. For a complete list of closures and advisories, please visit our Park and Site Status Map.
Fishing - Long Branch State Park
Long Branch Lake has an excellent reputation for bass fishing, but you can cast your lines for catfish, walleye and crappie as well. The lake's 24 miles of shoreline have many small coves that offer good fishing. A partially covered accessible fishing dock is located near the beach. Statewide fishing regulations apply. The length limits for bass are 15 inches or longer and for walleye 18 inches or longer.
A Fishing Report is provided by the Missouri Department of Conservation.