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Big Lake State Park
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204 Lake Shore Drive
Craig, Missouri 64437
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(800) 334-6946
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No fees.
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Located just off Interstate 29 halfway between Kansas City and Omaha
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Boating, fishing and abundant waterfowl have made Big Lake State Park one of northwest Missouri's most popular outdoor recreation areas. Today, visitors to the 435-acre park can enjoy picnic areas, a swimming pool, boat launch, fishing, bird watching, dining in the park's restaurant, and facilities for lodging and camping.
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Harry S Truman State Park
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HCR 66, Box 14
Warsaw, Missouri 65355
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(800) 334-6946
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No launch fees.
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Located on a peninsula nearly surrounded by the 55,600-acre Truman Lake, the park features many opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming and water skiing. A four-lane boat launch is available near the large parking lot, which offers plenty of space for cars, trucks and boat trailers.
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Lake Wappapello State Park
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Route 2, Box 102
Williamsville, Missouri 63967
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(800) 334-6946
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Lake Wappapello is popular with fishermen who cast their lines in hopes of reducing the excellent population of white bass, crappie and bluegill, as well as largemouth bass and catfish. Water enthusiasts will also enjoy swimming, boating and water skiing. The park features a swimming beach and paved boat ramps.
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Lake of the Ozarks State Park
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PO Box 170
Kaiser, Missouri 65047
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(573) 348-2694
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Off Hwy. 42 from U.S. 54, in Camden and Miller counties.
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Stockton State Park
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Route 1, Box 1715
Dadeville, Missouri 65635
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(417) 276-4259
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South of Stockton on Hwy. 215 in Cedar County
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Sail away on the clear waters of Stockton Lake. Fish, water ski, scuba dive, swim or just relax. Whatever your preference, Stockton State Park can satisfy your craving for water recreation. Stockton State Park's marina rents a variety of boats ranging from personal watercrafts to houseboats. The park has two launching ramps, making lake access easy.
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Table Rock State Park
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5272 State Highway 165
Branson, Missouri 65616
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(417) 334-4704
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No fees for launching.
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7 miles southwest of Branson on Hwy. 165, 5.4 miles west of U.S. Hwy. 65.
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Located on the 43,100-acre Table Rock Lake, this park is a pleasant central location for vacationers visiting the many nearby tourist attractions. The clear waters of the lake make the park ideal for water activities and underwater scuba adventures. The 356-acre park, within a few minutes' drive of Lake Taneycomo and trout fishing, is outfitted with a full-service marina, dive shop, boat rentals, parasailing equipment, boat launch and campgrounds.
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Thousand Hills State Park
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Route 3 Box 126
Kirksville, Missouri 63501
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(660) 665-6995
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No fees for launching.
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2.5 miles west of Kirksville, off Hwy. 6, on Hwy. 157 in Adair County.
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The cool waters of Forest Lake offer a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including swimming, fishing, boating and skiing. Hiking, mountain bicycling and nature study are popular on-land activities. The lake and its 17 miles of shoreline make it popular for fishing, water skiing, and motorboating. A fully equipped marina offering boat rentals and supplies is located on the lake.
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Lewis and Clark State Park
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801 Lake Crest Blvd.
Rushville, Missouri 64484
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(816) 579-5564
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No fees for launching.
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20 miles southwest of St. Joseph, on Hwy. 138 in Buchanan County.
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The 121-acre park has a shaded picnic area and shelter overlooking the lake, and modern camping facilities; the 365-acre lake offers opportunities for fishing, swimming and boating.
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Long Branch State Park
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28615 Visitor Center Road
Macon, Missouri 63552
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(660) 773-5229
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No fees.
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2 miles west of the U.S. 63 and U.S. 36 junction in Macon County
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Long Branch State Park, located along the banks of Long Branch Lake, combines wooded areas and restored rolling prairie. The 1,834-acre park, well-suited for water recreation, includes boat-launching facilities and a sand beach for swimming. Other facilities include a campground, picnic area and a trail along the lake.
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Mark Twain State Park
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20057 State Park Office Road
Stoutsville, Missouri 65283
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(573) 565-3440
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No fees.
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On Hwy. 107 in Monroe County, near the village of Florida.
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Bordering the park is the 18,000-acre Mark Twain Lake, offering excellent boating, fishing and swimming opportunities.
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inclusion of a riding area is not an endorsement of or recommendation
for a particular riding area and exclusion of a riding area is not a
criticism of that area. The information is provided as a general guide
and is current as of March 2001, but may change. Please contact the
riding area for current information. |
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