Private 6 Hour Stockton Lake Walleye Fishing Trip
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Sixhour guided walleye and crappie fishing on Stockton LakeAdvanced equipment and proven techniques provided by Captain TomPrivate trip for up to two guests in Missouri waters
Get ready for a serious day of fishing with Captain Tom on one of Missouri's most productive walleye waters. This isn't your typical weekend trip to the local pond – we're talking about a full 6-hour guided adventure targeting trophy walleye and crappie in Stockton Lake's crystal-clear waters. You'll have the boat all to yourself (up to 2 anglers), which means no crowds, no rushing, and plenty of time to work the best spots when the fish are biting. Whether you've been chasing walleye for years or you're just getting serious about targeting these fighters, Captain Tom knows exactly where they're holding and what they're eating. Pack your cooler, bring your camera, and get ready to put some serious bend in your rod.
Your day starts early – that's when the walleye are most active and the lake is calm. Captain Tom will have all the gear ready to go, from the latest electronics to find the fish to a tackle box full of proven lures that work on Stockton Lake. The boat is equipped with everything you need, including rod holders, a livewell to keep your catch fresh, and comfortable seating so you can fish hard all day without wearing yourself out. We'll be covering a lot of water, hitting the main lake points, creek channels, and those secret spots that only the locals know about. The beauty of a private charter is that we can adjust the game plan based on what's working – if the walleye are being picky, we can switch up tactics or move to where the crappie are schooled up. You'll learn proven techniques that you can use long after your trip is over, and Captain Tom is always happy to share what he's learned from decades of fishing these waters.
Stockton Lake walleye respond best to a combination of trolling and vertical jigging, depending on the season and water conditions. We'll be using quality spinning and baitcasting setups matched with lures that have a track record on this lake – think jig and minnow combos, crankbaits that dive to the right depth, and soft plastics that trigger strikes when the fish are finicky. The boat's fish finder and GPS are game-changers for marking productive structure and staying on the schools once we find them. During the warmer months, we'll focus on deeper channel drops and submerged timber where walleye hold during the day. When it's cooler, we can work the shallower flats and points where they move up to feed. For crappie, we'll use lighter tackle and smaller presentations – spider rigging with multiple rods when they're scattered, or vertical jigging when we mark them tight to cover. Captain Tom has fine-tuned these approaches over years of guiding on Stockton Lake, so you're getting techniques that actually work here, not generic advice from a fishing magazine.
Walleye are the main attraction here, and Stockton Lake grows them big and healthy. These golden fighters typically run 2-5 pounds, with trophy fish over 8 pounds always a possibility. Walleye are most active in low-light conditions – early morning, late evening, and cloudy days are prime time. What makes them so popular with serious anglers is their combination of fight and table fare – they'll make solid runs and headshake like crazy, but they're also some of the best eating fish you can catch. Spring and fall are peak seasons when they're most aggressive, but Captain Tom knows how to find them year-round by adjusting depth and presentation. The key to consistent walleye success on Stockton Lake is understanding their seasonal movements between deep winter holes and shallow spawning areas.
Crappie fishing on Stockton Lake is world-class, especially during their spring spawning run when they move into the shallow coves and around submerged timber. These slab-sided panfish typically range from 10-14 inches, with plenty of trophy fish over a pound. Crappie are schooling fish, so when you find one, you'll usually find more – that's when the action gets fast and furious. They're structure-oriented, relating to brush piles, standing timber, and creek channels, which gives us specific targets to focus on. What anglers love about crappie is their light-biting nature that requires finesse and their excellent eating quality. They're also a great species for beginners because once you dial in the right depth and presentation, you can catch them consistently. The best crappie fishing typically happens from March through May, but we can find them throughout the season by following the baitfish and adjusting our approach.
This top-rated private charter fills up fast, especially during peak walleye and crappie seasons. Captain Tom's reputation for putting clients on fish has made this one of the most requested trips on Stockton Lake, and with only 2 spots available, you're getting personalized attention that's impossible on larger boats. The 6-hour timeframe gives us plenty of opportunity to adapt to conditions, try different spots, and make sure you go home with both fish and new skills. Whether you're planning a father-son trip, want to treat a buddy to a day of serious fishing, or just need a break from the everyday grind, this is your chance to fish with someone who knows Stockton Lake better than anyone. Don't wait until the last minute – the best fishing days book weeks in advance, and you don't want to miss out on what could be the trip of the season. Contact Doty Outdoors today and let's get your dates locked in for an action-packed day targeting Missouri's best walleye and crappie.
Hit the water in style aboard our brand-new 2025 Sea Ark Protege, a 21-footer built specifically for serious walleye action on Stockton Lake. This fishing machine seats up to 5 anglers comfortably and cuts through Missouri waters with its reliable 150 HP Suzuki engine. You'll have everything needed to locate and land those trophy walleye - advanced sonar fish finder pinpoints schools below, while GPS navigation gets you to the hottest spots fast. When morning fog rolls in, radar keeps you moving safely to productive structure. The stable platform gives you confidence whether you're jigging deep dropoffs or working shallow flats. Captain Tom knows these waters inside and out, and this boat's design lets him put you on fish in any conditions Stockton Lake throws your way.
Pomoxis NigromaculatusCrappie are some of the tastiest panfish you'll find in Stockton Lake, typically running 8-12 inches and about a pound. We've got both black and white crappie here - the blacks have random speckles while whites show vertical bars. These schooling fish love hanging around submerged timber, brush piles, and deeper structure during the day, then move shallow at dawn and dusk to feed. Spring spawning season is prime time when they're in 3-8 feet of water, but we catch them year-round. What makes crappie special is their sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat on the dinner table. They're also great for kids since they bite readily. My local tip: when you find one crappie, slow down and work that area thoroughly - where there's one, there's usually a whole school waiting.
Sander VitreusWalleye are the crown jewel of Stockton Lake, averaging 14-18 inches with plenty of 3-5 pounders mixed in. These golden-colored fish have those distinctive glassy eyes that help them hunt in low light. They're structure-oriented fish, staying deep around rock piles, drop-offs, and channel edges during the day, then moving shallow to feed at dusk and dawn. Fall and early winter are peak times when they're actively feeding before the cold hits. What sets walleye apart is their excellent table fare - mild, flaky white meat that's considered the gold standard for eating fish. They also put up a solid fight with their head-shaking runs. Here's my go-to tip for Stockton: focus on the old creek channels in 15-25 feet of water using live minnows or jigs bounced along the bottom. Patience pays off with these finicky biters.
State of Missouri, United States