Lake Taneycomo is considered by many to be the best trout fishing in the state of Missouri.

Lake Taneycomo was created in 1913 after the completion of the Power Site dam on the white river. Originally Lake Taneycomo was a warm water lake consisting of bass and pan fish. It was not until 1958 and the completion of Table Rock Dam that Lake Taneycomo became a cold water lake perfect for trout. The water released into the lake from the dam has a cold temperature due to the water being used to turn generators for power production. Shortly after the completion of Table Rock Dam, the Sheppard of The Hills fish hatchery was opened. The Hatchery is located at the headwaters for Lake Taneycomo and produces over 700,000 rainbow and brown trout per year for stocking.

The current brown trout state record was caught from Lake Taneycomo on two pound test line. The trout, caught in 1998, weighed 26 pounds. The most popular technique for catching trout is using salmon eggs or power bait and allowing the bait to bounce off the bottom while drifting in a boat. Flies and artificial lures work well, specifically something in a dark color. Black #2 Blue Foxes are a sure bet. You may also want to try silver and gold spoons while trolling. Either way you will see that Lake Taneycomo is fun for the whole family and the best trout fishing in Missouri.

The easiest way to get to Lake Taneycomo is to exit Hwy 65 onto Hwy 76 and head east. Make a right at the stoplight onto Hwy 65 Bypass. The lake is about 1.5 miles up the road. Be sure to visit the marinas to get up to date information on which baits are working best and enjoy your fishing on Lake Taneycomo.

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For more information on Lake Taneycomo call (417) 895-6880. Or visit the Missouri Department of Fish and Wildlife online.