Weekend Crappie & Bass Charter
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Halfday guided charter targeting crappie and largemouth bassAll fishing gear, bait, and expert instruction includedPrivate trips accommodate up to two anglers maximum
Looking for a top-rated weekend fishing experience that puts you on quality fish without the guesswork? This private half-day charter on Pomme de Terre and Table Rock Lakes is your ticket to consistent action on Missouri's finest crappie and largemouth bass waters. With Last Cast Fishing Guide Service LLC, you're getting more than just a boat ride – you're tapping into years of local knowledge and a guide who lives and breathes these lakes. Perfect for two anglers ready to make the most of their weekend, this trip delivers the kind of fishing memories that keep you coming back season after season.
Your half-day adventure starts with meeting your guide, who's already checked current lake conditions and identified the hottest spots for crappie and bass. Both Pomme de Terre and Table Rock are renowned for their diverse structure and consistent fish populations, making them customer favorites among Missouri anglers. Your guide brings all the gear, bait, and tackle you'll need, so you can focus purely on fishing. Whether you're a seasoned angler or picking up a rod for the first time, the instruction is tailored to your skill level. The beauty of fishing these two lakes is their variety – one day you might be working brush piles for slab crappie, the next you're pitching jigs to rocky points for chunky largemouth. The guide reads the water conditions daily, adjusting techniques and locations to keep you on fish throughout your trip.
Pomme de Terre and Table Rock each offer unique fishing opportunities that your guide knows inside and out. On Pomme de Terre, expect to work timber-lined coves and submerged creek channels where crappie school up in numbers that'll keep your net busy. The lake's clear water and abundant structure make it a world-class crappie destination, especially when fish are relating to standing timber in 12-20 feet of water. Table Rock brings a different game entirely – its deep, clear waters and rocky structure create perfect largemouth bass habitat. Your guide might have you flipping jigs into boat docks, working topwater baits over submerged points, or slow-rolling spinnerbaits along bluff walls. The key is matching your presentation to current conditions, and that's where local expertise pays off. Techniques range from vertical jigging with live minnows for crappie to throwing reaction baits for aggressive bass. Your guide carries multiple rod setups, so you're always fishing with the right tool for the job.
Largemouth bass in these waters are the stuff of angling dreams. Table Rock consistently produces bass in the 3-5 pound range, with fish over 6 pounds always a real possibility. These bass are aggressive feeders, especially during the cooler morning and evening hours that make weekend fishing so productive. Spring finds them shallow and spawning, summer pushes them to deeper structure, and fall brings some of the year's best topwater action. What makes catching these bass so satisfying is their fight – Table Rock's clear, deep water produces strong, healthy fish that'll test your drag and your skills. The variety of techniques that work here means every trip offers something different, whether you're a power-fishing enthusiast or prefer finesse presentations.
Crappie fishing on Pomme de Terre is legendary among Missouri anglers, and for good reason. These aren't your average panfish – slab crappie here regularly push 12-14 inches and provide some of the best eating you'll find in fresh water. Black crappie dominate the population, and they school heavily around the lake's abundant timber and brush structure. Peak times are early spring during the spawn and late fall when they're feeding heavily before winter. What makes crappie fishing here so exciting is the numbers – once your guide locates a school, you might catch a dozen fish from the same spot. They're also perfect for anglers of all skill levels since they bite consistently and don't require complex techniques. Live minnows, small jigs, and tube baits all produce, making it easy to keep everyone on the boat catching fish.
This weekend charter represents the best value in Missouri lake fishing – private boat, expert guide, all gear included, and access to two of the state's premier fishing destinations. Your guide's knowledge of current patterns and productive areas means you'll spend your time catching fish instead of searching for them. The trip accommodates two anglers perfectly, giving you plenty of room to fish comfortably while receiving personalized instruction. Whether you're looking to improve your technique, introduce someone to fishing, or simply want a break from the everyday grind, this charter delivers. Contact Last Cast Fishing Guide Service LLC to discuss the best start time for your weekend schedule and secure your spot on these productive waters. Weekend slots fill up quickly during peak seasons, so don't wait to book your next fishing adventure.
Hit the water in a fully restored 19-ft Ranger Bass Boat that's built for serious fishing. This classic rig runs on a reliable 150HP Mercury engine, cruising at speeds up to 50 mph to get you to the best fishing spots on Pomme de Terre and Table Rock Lakes fast. Perfect for two anglers who want room to work without bumping elbows. The boat's design gives you excellent casting space and easy access to tackle, while the shallow draft lets your guide navigate into those productive back coves where crappie like to hide. Whether you're working structure for bass or following schools of crappie, this boat handles Missouri lake conditions with ease and gets you back to the dock comfortable.
Pomoxis NigromaculatusCrappie are perfect for anglers who want consistent action and tasty fillets. These silvery fish run 7-12 inches and travel in schools, so when you find one, there's usually more nearby. They hang around brush piles, fallen trees, and creek channels in 8-20 feet of water, preferring some cover to hide in. Spring spawning season is hot, but they bite year-round when you locate them. What guests love most is filling the cooler - crappie have sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat on the dinner table. They're also great for kids since they bite readily and don't require heavy tackle. My go-to trick on these lakes is using small jigs tipped with minnows around the submerged roadbeds. Both lakes have old road structures underwater, and crappie stack up on them like apartments.
Micropterus SalmoidesLargemouth bass are the kings of these lakes, averaging 12-24 inches and putting up serious fights that'll test your gear. They love hiding around submerged timber, rocky points, and weed lines in 5-15 feet of water. Spring through fall are prime times, especially early morning and evening when they're actively feeding on shad and bluegill. What makes them special? That massive mouth and aggressive strike when they hit your lure - plus they're excellent eating when prepared right. On Table Rock and Pomme de Terre, I always tell guests to work crankbaits along the deeper creek channels where these lakes have standing timber. The bass use those submerged trees as ambush points, and if you can get your bait down to them without getting hung up, you're in for some action.
Pomme de Terre Lake