
Big Ed's Guide Service, Lake Ozarks Bass Fishing
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- Waters
- Ozark lakes / tailwaters
- Fishing Types
- Bass Fishing, Trout Fishing
- Trip Durations
- half-day, full-day
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Angler reviews
What anglers are saying
- TTad Turek· 5 years ago
Big Ed is a special kind of person. He is so knowledgeable of how to catch Bass. His patience (and humor) used to teach us how to use his bait casting reels (no cheep starter gear here) as well as the technique needed to lure the fish to bite made our 4 hour trip an absolute highlight of our vacation. He taught us 2 different methods of fishing the suspended school of fish he had located over the last several weeks. We caught 25+ fish during our trip and released them all (no trophies) but in a couple years these fish will be monsters. As our time concluded Big Ed gave us a boat tour of the lake including views of his favorite lake front homes, a quick stop for fuel at one of the local lakeside fuel stops and an awesome sample of the speed his 250hp bass boat could do on the open water. He is a pure professional and it was a pleasure spending the morning in his company.
- RRandy Prothero· 3 years ago
We had a great time fishing with Ed. He really knows his stuff. He taught me how to use a bait caster and a few tricks for better casting and managing our gear. Also learned a lot about fishing for bass on the big lakes..
- KKadin White· 5 years ago
Ed was awesome me and my friend went on a fishing charter with him and he was awesome. Very funny, super nice guy, and man he knows how to fish. Me and my friend were both novice fisherman and he taught us a bunch of tips and tricks and how to be better fisherman. He also let us stay out longer due to some quick boat maintenance that had to be done. We caught a lot of fish especially on top water it was awesome, and to finish the day he gave us some lures that he painted himself. Next time I’m down at the Ozarks I’m giving Ed a call and anyone looking for a guided bass trip should too. 10/10 recommend Ed
- RRobert Bressler· 5 years ago
Big Ed was a fantastic guide! My girlfriend and I spent a half day trip with Big Ed and had a great day! We caught a ton of fish, he taught me how to use a baitcaster and fish a Texas rig, and we had a bunch of good laughs and great conversation. Ed was a patient teacher and I highly recommend giving him a shout if you want to get turned on to some great fish at Lake Ozark!
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Typical flow by month
1931 to 2020
The water at Big Ed's Guide Service, Lake Ozarks Bass Fishing typically runs highest in April, at a median 9,925 cfs, and lowest in October, at 1,590 cfs. The highest flow on record for any single day is 212,000 cfs, in 1943.
| Month | Typical (cfs) | Usual range (cfs) | Relative level |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4,790 | 1,240 to 12,300 | |
| February | 6,770 | 2,130 to 14,200 | |
| March | 9,220 | 2,430 to 19,900 | |
| April | 9,925 | 2,830 to 23,050 | |
| May | 9,500 | 1,570 to 27,600 | |
| June | 9,080 | 1,420 to 29,550 | |
| July | 3,390 | 945 to 12,100 | |
| August | 2,010 | 731 to 5,880 | |
| September | 1,695 | 707 to 6,175 | |
| October | 1,590 | 649 to 6,980 | |
| November | 1,940 | 702 to 9,035 | |
| December | 3,280 | 968 to 9,870 |
Typical is the median of each month’s daily median values, and the usual range runs from the median 25th to the median 75th percentile, across about 89 years of record. Statistics published by the US Geological Survey for Osage River near Bagnell, MO (site 06926000). Conditions on any given day can fall well outside the usual range. Check the current reading before you go.
Current conditions
Streamflow
1,420 cfs
Normal (48th)
Water level
2.07 ft
High today
73°F
Wind
8 kt
Gusts 14 kt
Rain chance
9%
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