Coldwater to sam baker.

[top_dollar]

 I fished the Coldwater access down to Sam Baker back in the end of November.  This report is a bit late.  Bass were biting really well.  I caught fish near winter areas, but they were surprisingly up in spots with more current.  I didn't bother crappie fishing, I just threw jerkbaits, jigs, and swimbaits for bass. With the exception of a 24 inch walleye, and an 18 inch largemouth it was all smallies and spots less than 15 inches.  I released the walleye so maybe it will grow to be a real giant!  

[MObassin95]

Thanks for sharing! I’ve always wanted to check the St Francis out. I’m just not sure it’s worth the drive from Republic. But I’ve seen pictures of good fish coming out of it. 

[Gavin]

That's a long slow float. Glad you had fun and thanks for the report!

 

[jdmidwest]

It's a great stream, but slow floating.  Long pools with short fast dropping runs.

Big Creek and St Francois are cut out of Missouri's oldest hills and offer some unique scenery.