On a couple of rare occasions, 20-inchers have been landed. These little wild trout are aggressive feeders when not spooked, eager to take a well-presented dry fly. In 1994, a one-mile stretch of Mill Creek was acquired from a private owner and transferred to the Mark Twain National Forest. Members of the River Network, Trout Unlimited, Federation of Fly Fishers clubs of Missouri, and a host of private donors helped fund the purchase. Thanks to them, the springs feeding Mill Creek are now protected from grazing and development, helping to maintain this beautiful little wild rainbow trout fishery.
Mill Creek is known for intensely colored and chunky rainbow trout.
You'll only need hip waders with felt soled boots. Wild trout are more aggressive than hatchery fish and will take most any well-presented offering. At Newburg, travel south on Highway T, go across Little Piney Creek, turn right on Highway P. Follow the signs to Mill Creek Recreation Area. All rights reserved.