Meramec help

[WebFreeman]

I have a friend that lives about a half mile from it in Eureka. He's pretty new to fishing and just has a Zebco 33 type. What swims in that portion of the river and advice on where to go near Eureka would be greatly appreciated.

[Al Agnew]

If he's limited to bank fishing and wading, there isn't a whole lot of opportunity in that area except to fish from the bank for catfish and carp. In the summer, you can also wade a few riffles for bass. But...as to what's in it, lots of spotted bass, quite a few largemouths, an occasional smallmouth, lots of sunfish and goggle-eye, crappie in some of the big brushy pools, a surprising number of walleye, white bass in places, lots of catfish, lots of rough fish.

[shawncat]

Access areas for the Meremac close to Eureka.Allenton,Route 66 state park,Catawissa,Robertsville state park,Castlewood state park,Pacific Palisades all can be reached in about 30 minute drive from Eureka.I've caught all the species Al has listed between Robertsville and Castlewood at some point.Don't forget the Big River dumps in to the Meremac about 2-3 miles down river from Eureka.Another" Excellent" river to fish if you catch them at the right time.Let me know if you need any more help on baits,conditions,rules.I live 10 minutes from Eureka and about 2 minutes from the river.Good luck.