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BOATING SAFETY

BOATING

AND FISHING

FISHING
Fishing pole-wielding visitors include recreational and competitive anglers alike . Table Rock Lake , with its mild winters , never freezes on the main lake allowing fishing throughout the year . Table Rock Lake ’ s reputation for excellent bass fishing is bolstered by its annual ranking as one of Bassmaster Magazine ’ s “ Top 100 Bass Lakes ” in the United States . The crystal-clear water of the lake is also loaded with a variety of gamefish species including crappie , bluegill , goggle-eye , white bass , catfish , and walleye .
Winter and spring offer the best chance for you to catch that oncein-a-lifetime bass , while summer vacation is a great time to take the family fishing to Table Rock Lake . In the fall , fish in cool , crisp weather surrounded by colorful foliage to completely immerse yourself in the season .
BOATING
Tubing , wake surfing , wakeboarding , water skiing , or leisurely floating along the water are all enjoyed at Table Rock Lake , and with 14 public marinas and 24 public boat launches , making a day on the water is easy and accessible . If you are trailering your own boat , you ’ ll find parking at most launches . Many of the lakefront resorts provide daily slip rentals for their guests , boat launches and trailer parking . Prefer to rent a boat ? No problem . Most Table Rock Lake marinas have fishing , sport , and pontoon boats for rent , and some , have rental fleets that also include stand-up paddleboards , jet skis , powerboats , plus water skiing and wakeboarding equipment . And , with more than 43,000 acres of beautiful blue water , the lake offers plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their favorite watersport without impinging on anyone else ’ s fun .
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