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Eleven Point River Fishing Report

Updated Fri, Sep 4, 2026 from live gauge and weather data

A wild and scenic Ozark river: the Eleven Point runs spring-fed trout and smallmouth in quiet country.

3/5
Fair. Fish the windows.A steady pattern: dawn and dusk carry the day.
Flow
328 cfs
Air / High
100 / 101 F
Wind
SSW 4 mph

Sources: USGS gauge 07071500, Open-Meteo, solunar calculated for these coordinates.

Satellite view
Friday
4
September 2026

Today's Fishing Report

Generated this morning from live readings: gauge, weather model, sun and moon. A fresh report is published here every morning.

3/5Fair. Fish the windows.A steady pattern: dawn and dusk carry the day.

Eleven Point River rewards those who follow the bait as the water cools. The river is running 328 cfs, dropping and clearing. Today brings clear skies, wind SSW around 4 mph, steady pressure near 1012 hPa and a high of 101. Water sits around 54 F for the season (estimated). With the last quarter, the solunar majors run 5:39 AM-7:39 AM and 5:39 PM-7:39 PM: the windows to build the day around.

The plan, species by species

Rainbow troutGood

Blue-winged olives and midges on soft seams; streamers on overcast days move the better fish.

Brown troutGood

Pre-spawn aggression: this is streamer season for the fish of the year.

Tomorrow: Similar at 103 F. The solunar majors shift about 50 minutes later.Next report: Sat, Sep 5, 6:30 AMHow this report is made →

Water and weather

Live readings from Eleven Point River near Bardley.

Flow, last 30 days

USGS gauge 07071500.

413570727328 cfs08/0508/1508/2509/04

Right now

Latest readings

Air temp100 F
High / Low101 / 74 F
WindSSW 4-5 mph
Pressure1012.2 hPa, steady
Sky / Rain22% cloud, 5%
Sunrise / Sunset06:38 / 19:28
MoonLast Quarter, 50%
Water temp (seasonal)~54 F est.

Bite planner

Hour-by-hour bite forecast for today. Tap a bar to see why.

5 AM8 AM11 AM2 PM5 PM8 PMsunrisesunsetPRIMEPRIME

Next 7 days

Tap a day for the detailed outlook.

Fri Sep 4 · Partly cloudy, 101/74 F, wind 9 mph, rain 5%

Slow. 101 F: be on the water at dawn and off by mid-morning, or fish after dark.

Species guide

The species that matter on Eleven Point River: seasons, structure and how to fish each one. Today's ratings live in the report above.

Rainbow trout illustration

Rainbow trout

Best: Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct

The workhorse of western rivers: riffles, seams and dry-fly eats. Blue-winged olives and midges on soft seams; streamers on overcast days move the better fish.

Brown trout illustration

Brown trout

Best: Sep-Nov

Wary, predatory and nocturnal by preference. The big ones eat streamers. Pre-spawn aggression: this is streamer season for the fish of the year.

When to come: the Eleven Point River calendar

Activity by species and month, and how the water warms through the year. Tap any cell.

Species activity by month

1 = slow, 5 = peak. Current month highlighted.

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Rainbow trout
Brown trout
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Water temperature through the year

Typical surface temperature for this water type; today is around 54 F (estimated, not a reading).

30405060JanMarMayJulSepNovSep, ~54 F now

Angler reports

Real reports from real anglers, reviewed before publishing. The water log below tracks each day automatically.

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Water log, last days

Auto-logged from live data
Thu, Sep 3

3/5 Fair. Fish the windows. A steady pattern: dawn and dusk carry the day. Rainbow trout led the card at good. High of 100 F, wind to 9 mph.

Wed, Sep 2

3/5 Fair. Fish the windows. A steady pattern: dawn and dusk carry the day. Rainbow trout led the card at good. High of 100 F, wind to 10 mph.

Tue, Sep 1

3/5 Fair. Fish the windows. A steady pattern: dawn and dusk carry the day. Rainbow trout led the card at good. High of 101 F, wind to 8 mph.

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Before you go

License

Missouri requires a valid fishing license for adults. Buy online from the state agency; one-day options exist for visitors.

Regulations

Missouri license plus trout permit for the trout reach below Greer Spring. Check current MDC regulations, including spring branch closures.

Access

Forest Service accesses at Greer Crossing, Turner Mill and Riverton; outfitter shuttles available.

About this water

A 138-mile Ozark river with 44 Wild and Scenic miles, Oregon County, Missouri, fed by Greer Spring.

Fishing Eleven Point River: the full guide

A protected river

The Eleven Point River flows about 138 miles through the southern Missouri Ozarks to Arkansas, with 44 miles designated Wild and Scenic in 1968. Greer Spring, one of the largest springs in the Ozarks, roughly doubles the river’s flow where it enters and keeps the water cold enough for trout below it. Smallmouth bass hold throughout, and the river sees far fewer floaters than its famous neighbours.

Trout below Greer Spring

Missouri manages the reach below Greer Spring as trout water, stocking rainbows that hold in cold, clear runs through summer. The spring branch itself is closed to protect the resource, but the main river below it fishes well with nymphs, small streamers and spinners. Brown trout hold in the deeper water for anglers willing to work for them.

Smallmouth and floating

Smallmouth bass hold the bluff pools, gravel bars and wood throughout the river, taking tubes, crankbaits and topwater. Floating is the standard approach, with gravel bar camping and genuine solitude on weekdays. The Wild and Scenic designation limits development, and the river corridor stays remarkably quiet compared with the Current.

Oregon County logistics

Forest Service accesses at Greer Crossing, Turner Mill and Riverton serve the river, with outfitters providing canoes and shuttles. Alton and Thomasville are the local towns, with limited services. The remoteness is the appeal: this is one of Missouri’s quietest float rivers, and midweek trips can pass without seeing another boat.

Common questions

How important is Greer Spring?

It roughly doubles the river’s flow and keeps the water below it cold enough to support trout year-round.

Is it crowded?

Notably less than the Current or Jacks Fork: the Wild and Scenic designation and remoteness keep traffic light.

Can I fish the spring branch?

No: it is closed to protect the resource. Fish the main river below the confluence.

Is fishing good at Eleven Point River right now?

Check the daily report at the top of this page: it is regenerated every morning from live data. Today's read: Fair. Fish the windows. A steady pattern: dawn and dusk carry the day.

Nearby waters

Current River23 miSpring River33 miNorfork Lake67 miLittle Red River94 miReelfoot Lake98 miGreers Ferry Lake99 mi
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