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Guide To Fishing At Lake Springfield

AKA: Springfield Reservoir

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What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, longear sunfish, redear sunfish and rock bass at Lake Springfield in Missouri.

Lake Springfield, MO

Located on the southern outskirts of Springfield, MO, Lake Springfield is a 318-acre reservoir offering numerous fishing options. The lake contains significant numbers of submerged trees, brush and vegetation, providing fish and baitfish ample cover.

Catfish and bass draw the most attention from local anglers, but the lake also has plenty of white crappie, walleye and a myriad of sunfish to garner favor with many visitors. Six public boat ramps facilitate boat launching at convenient locations around the lake. Power boats as well as canoes, kayaks, pontoons, sailboats and all types of fishing boats are allowed on the lake.

Fishing Boats For Rent In Missouri

Primary fish species residing in Lake Springfield

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Largemouth bass Spotted bass Channel catfish Flathead catfish White crappie Walleye Bluegill Sunfish Longear Sunfish Redear Sunfish Rock Bass

Lake Springfield Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Southwood Canoe Access
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, south side, off E Timbercrest Road, this is a portage area for kayaks and canoes, with paved parking.

Click here for a Missouri Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Timbercreek RV Park - 417 881-8001

Stage Stop RV Park - 417 844-6058

Ozark Highlands Mobile Home & RV Park - 417 881-0066

Lake Springfield MO Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Lake Springfield
Lake Springfield Park Boathouse & Marina
5324 S Kissick Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804
417 891-1550

 

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