What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Branson, Missouri for the first time?

Having a guide that has experience, knows the area, provides a boat and all the fishing gear you need. It makes traveling so much easier when you don’t have to being all of the fishing gear with you.

Definitely do it. I loved how big and beautiful the lake was I'm more of an out doors person so having this option to go on a fishing trip while being in Branson was great! It was cold but was still a blast and still caught nice bass.

Yes I would recommend fishing in Branson. It was a little slow due to the cold water but crappies are due to spawn shortly guide was very professional boat was great. Scenery and weather was absolutely perfect I would recommend fishing Branson and with a guide could easily get lost on this Lake if you don't know it.

It was a beautiful and cold day. I love Branson this time of year. This was my first time to fish Table Rock in the winter and it was totally worth it.

The weather is fantastic but the fishing from mid-October to mid-November is tough doing because the daily weather changes.

Definitely hire a guide service -- it really makes a difference. They know where the fish are and you will most likely catch some nice fish to take home and enjoy for dinner!

October fishing in Branson is more dependent on the weather than anything else so you need to be patient and understand that some things are out of our control.

Bring appropriate clothing with rain gear, good pair of sunglasses, sun screen and the right attitude! you’ll be sure to have a great time!

We had a specific area we want to fish. It would be better to go where the guide suggests

I highly recommend Captain Blake. He is very knowledgeable and very fun to fish with.

We went on a Saturday. I think I would avoid going on a Saturday and I would definitely recommend a guide!! The guide made our trip so much more enjoyable

Book a good guide that has experience. It’s a tough time of the year to catch them because it’s so hot. The good ones will still get you on some fish.

It’s very hot and some spots are regulated to where only certain jigs, no live bait or power bait are allowed.

Branson is beautiful, Table Rock lake is stunning and the people are incredibly nice and hospitable.

Morning fishing seems like it’s the key. Foggy on the water and cool in the morning before the sun got it done for us.

Bring plenty of sunscreen. More water to drink if needed. The guide will show you the best places to fish, trust the equipment it works. Overall have a great time.

I would wait another week or two for the walleye. Or talk to the captain about when a good time for trout but would highly recommend fishing with captain Eric. He was phenomenal

Get a guide with a lot of experience. Different places fish differently. Be open to trying something new.

New anglers start with the two hour trip targeting trout. More experienced anglers take the four hour trips targeting the many other species of fish available in the area.

I'll tell you what we where told after catching 3 fish in almost 4 hours. It's the wrong time of year. Fall is better than summer and spring is better than fall.

Fish Table Rock if you want to target small mouth bass and Taneycomo if you want to catch brown and rainbow trout.

You have to be prepared for the fact that if there is a major change in the weather (cool front), the trout may not bite during your trip. It has nothing to do with your boat captain or equipment.

Make sure to use lure colors and line for clear water fishing. I did not have clear lakes in my home area.

Plan for plenty of time and expect different weather. Just enjoy your time on the water. Take time to enjoy the tranquility of it all

You may want to try bass fishing if you are a novice fishermen. The trout fishing trip requires some experience.

Definitely use a guide. They know the area and the techniques for the area. Brian at Captain B’s was great.

Fishing in April in Branson is great as the weather is moderate and fish are active at various depths due to warming of water. Recommend sun screen and/or long sleeves and head protection

Call or email Eric Oliversons guide service if you want the ultimate fishing trip.

If your trout fishing, go by the local trout dock(Scotty’s) and see what they recommend.

Need to be on a boat with the right electronics to help locate the fish and depth.