Teamsters Lake in Jefferson County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  In Missouri, Teamsters Lake falls inside Jefferson County. Elevation runs to 423 feet. About 21 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. It is low-lying compared with other Missouri water we list. Riverside is the closest town at 0.2 miles. The nearest city of size is St. Louis, 25 miles away. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Teamsters Lake

  No published figure covers depth, so learn it as you fish. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. County-wide records name orangethroat darter, longear sunfish, rainbow darter, bluegill and banded darter. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. The shape of Teamsters Lake decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  In an average year July sits at 78°F and January at 30°F. Whether it freezes depends on the year. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. The season on Teamsters Lake follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  Who may fish here is not settled in anything we hold. Parking is not close: half a mile from the bank, and no nearer option is mapped. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Where access is informal, keep it that way by behaving. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. The nearest alternative is Lake Horine, 3.5 miles out. Rules at Teamsters Lake are worth checking on the day.