Local Rivers.
Real Conditions.

Up-to-date river gauges, local resources, and fly fishing notes for Ozark water.

About

Ozark Drift is built around smallmouth water, streamers, float trips, river access, and practical local information for anglers fishing the Ozarks.

River Gauges

Gauge readings are pulled from USGS when the page loads. Click any gauge card above to open the official USGS page before making safety decisions.

River Notes

Coming soon: recent conditions, seasonal notes, float ideas, access reminders, and smallmouth-focused fly fishing observations for Ozark water.

Local Fly Shops

Support regional fly shops when you can. These are useful starting points for gear, tying materials, local knowledge, and Missouri fly fishing resources.

Feather-Craft Fly FishingSt. Louis fly fishing shop with gear, tying materials, rods, reels, and travel resources. T. Hargrove Fly FishingSt. Louis fly shop focused on fly fishing, fly tying, rod building, repairs, and local knowledge. White Buffalo Fly ShopRolla-based fly shop offering gear, flies, rods, and local fly fishing resources.

Missouri Conservation Links

Helpful public resources from the Missouri Department of Conservation for permits, regulations, and fishing information.

MDC Fishing PermitsMissouri fishing permit information and purchase options. MDC Fishing RegulationsCheck seasons, limits, special management areas, and local rules before you fish. MDC Fishing ProspectsFind Missouri fishing outlooks, waterbody notes, and species information.

Contact

Questions, river notes, local fly shop updates, or Ozark Drift inquiries can be sent by email.

Email Ozark Drift jesstin@browntech.org