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Missouri River Catfishing

FishingLicense Required
Nebraska, United States
Fishing adventure guided by Thompson Outfitters

Up to 4 Guests

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Trophy Catfishing Trips on the Missouri River with Thompson Outfitters

Location: Omaha / Bellevue, Nebraska

Hosted by: Thompson Outfitters, LLC

Season: Spring – Fall (best conditions vary with river flow & temps)


Chase Giant Missouri River Catfish

Step into one of the Midwest’s most iconic fisheries with Thompson Outfitters’ guided trophy catfishing trips on the Missouri River. Based out of the Omaha and Bellevue area, these trips are built for anglers looking to target big fish while learning the patterns, techniques, and strategy that consistently produce on moving water.


Whether you're brand new to river catfishing or chasing a personal best, this is a hands-on, high-level experience focused on results—not just soaking bait and waiting.


What to Expect on the Water

  • This is an active, pattern-driven fishery, and your day is built around staying on productive water.
  • Strategic mobility to stay on feeding fish
  • Real-time adjustments based on river conditions and fish behavior
  • Use of modern electronics to locate structure, current seams, and fish
  • Instruction on bait presentation, rigging, and reading the river
  • Coaching on fighting and landing trophy-class catfish

Between bites, enjoy a scenic run through the Missouri River system—one of the most dynamic fisheries in the Central U.S.


What’s Included

  • Professional guide & fully rigged boat
  • Rods, reels, and terminal tackle
  • Bait and rigging setups
  • Electronics-assisted fishing strategy
  • Hands-on instruction for all skill levels


Trip Options & Pricing


6-Hour Trophy Catfishing Trip

  • $750 per group (up to 2 anglers)
  • Ideal for a focused half-day on the water
  • Additional Angler (4 MAX) - $100 per additional angler


8-Hour Trophy Catfishing Trip

  • $950 per group (up to 2 anglers)
  • Full-day experience with maximum fishing time
  • Additional Angler (4 MAX) - $100 per additional angler


2-Day Trophy Catfishing Trip

  • $1,900 per group (up to 2 anglers)
  • Multi-day approach to dial in patterns and increase trophy potential
  • Additional Angler (4 MAX) - $100 per additional angler


3-Day Trophy Catfishing Trip

  • $2,850 per group (up to 2 anglers)
  • Ultimate experience for serious anglers chasing big fish
  • Additional Angler (4 MAX) - $100 per additional angler


Trip Details

  • Launch Area: Within an hour of Bellevue / Omaha metro access points
  • Group Size: Up to 2 anglers per trip
  • Fishing Style: Trophy-focused, mobile, and pattern-based
  • Target Species: Trophy Blue Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Channel Catfish


What to Bring

  • Valid Nebraska fishing license
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Snacks and drinks
  • Camera (you’ll want it for these fish)


Who This Trip Is For

  • Anglers looking to catch trophy-class catfish
  • Beginners wanting hands-on instruction and confidence on the river
  • Experienced anglers looking to refine techniques and learn new water
  • Anyone wanting a high-energy, non-passive fishing experience


Why Fish with Thompson Outfitters?

  • Proven, results-driven approach to river fishing
  • Professional guides focused on teaching—not just guiding
  • Advanced electronics and modern setups
  • Mobile strategy that adapts to fish behavior
  • Consistent opportunity at true trophy fish


Booking Information

  • Availability is limited due to small group sizes and high demand.
  • Secure your date today and experience Missouri River trophy catfishing the right way—with a team that puts you on fish and teaches you how to do it again.

This outfitter currently has no lodging available.


Target species

Catfish

Catfish

Blue Catfish

Blue Catfish


Amenities

Guided
Keep the meat
GPS
Live bait well
Handicap accessible
Toilet
You catch it you keep it
Life jackets
Fighting chair
Private experience
Kid friendly
Corporate trips

Trip includes

BYOB
Rods, reels & tackle
Fuel costs
Water Bottles
Airport pickup
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

License Required
This trip requires a fishing license from Nebraska, United States

Location

Nebraska, United States


Guided by Thompson Outfitters
Joined in January 2026

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