It’s no coincidence that one of Missouri’s best fishing lakes is also one of its busiest. Smithville Lake, located about 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City, receives more fishing pressure than any other large reservoir in Missouri for a good reason. Its steady, high-quality fishing for bass, crappie, walleye, catfish and white bass is a lure most anglers can’t ignore.

Our bait recommendations

Here's the baits that our Pros love for this lake.