Fishing

Try your luck at this popular fishing spot, which offers a wide variety of fish species. Common types caught are crappie, bass and catfish. Fishing is allowed in all areas of the park except at or near boat ramps and the swimming beach. Even though most areas close at dark, the facility allows night fishing at specific locations throughout the park. The best fishing months at this park tend to be February, March, April, May, June, September and October.

On the Fishing Report, provided by the Missouri Department of Conservation, Wappapello Lake is listed under Southeast Region:Lakes.