Binder Lake
MDC lists Binder Lake, in Jefferson City parkland, at 150 acres. It is managed with bluegill, channel catfish and largemouth bass, with redear sunfish and crappie also sampled.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Channel Catfish
4,000 stocked fall 2025
Redear Sunfish
Crappie
white and black
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Binder Lake concrete boat rampPublicConcrete ramp with two courtesy docks on Binder Lake Road, west side; accessible fishing dock and jettyDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Binder Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Missouri Department of Conservation ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Binder Lake ↗Local tips
- Redear sunfish are numerous at 7-9 inches.
- Use the west-side jetties and docks if not boating.
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