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Harry S. Truman Lake
Located adjacent to the Lake of the Ozarks, Truman features excellent fishing, a regional visitor center and powerplant exhibit area. Rugged hills, scenic bluffs, hardwood forest and prairie offer some of the best scenery in the State.
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From Kansas City 19 miles south on US 71, 75 miles east on MO 7, to Warsaw, 1 mile North.
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BERRY BEND Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Berry Bend Campground sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.
Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, and boating.Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Berry Bend Area is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Several miles of trails are available for hikers and horses within Berry Bend. The Park Trail is a 2.5 mile trail that is a great hike for beginners and those wanting to explore the area. The West Trail is approximately 10 miles and traverses many steep ridges and valleys, while the East Trail is approximately 16 miles and is somewhat more level and overlooks the lake in several areas. Both the West and the East trails have cut through trails for riders that dont wish to go the entire route.
Facilities
This large 100 campsites, year round campground offers two loops, B and C Loop. B loop consists of 7 campsites that are very spacious with full hook-ups including 50-amp electricity, water, and sewage. There is a flush toilet in the B loop, but no showers. Campers needing shower facilities must use the shower house in the C Loop.
C Loop offers 93 sites with 30-amp electric hookups. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, and a dump station.
A boat ramp and playgrounds offer additional recreation opportunities.
Natural Features
Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.Nearby Attractions
The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
BLEDSOE FERRY Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Bledsoe Ferry Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Bledsoe Ferry is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.The park also offers an excellent location to view "The Dam Experience," a huge annual fireworks display shot from the Truman Dam.
Facilities
This year-round day-use area contains four group picnic shelters. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, drinking water, an accessible boat ramp and fishing dock.Natural Features
Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.Nearby Attractions
The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
BUCKSAW Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Bucksaw Campground sits on the Grand River Arm of the Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.The campground is an excellent destination for all types of water recreation.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Popular activities in the area include wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting, swimming, hiking and boating. For an enjoyable short hike, be sure to check out the mile long hiking trail located across the road from the A & B loop's showerhouse. For more information about this trail upon your arrival, please see the booth attendant.
Bucksaw is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Bucksaw Point Marina is also located next to the park.
Facilities
This large campground offers 146 campsites total. 45 sites with 30-amp electric hookups, 70 sites with 50-amp electric hookups and water hookups, 14 sites with 50-amp electric hookups, water, and sewage hookups, along with 17 primitive sites. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station.
A boat ramp, playground and sand beach offer additional recreation opportunities.
Natural Features
Bucksaw is located on a peninsula with primarily flat terrain and excellent lake views. Campsites are well-shaded, while expansive grassy areas are spread throughout the campground.Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.
Nearby Attractions
LONGSHOAL Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Longshoal Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Longshoal is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen. Longshoal Marina is located within the park, offering convenient boat services for guests. A sandy beach makes the area perfect for families.Facilities
This campground offers 22 sites with 30-amp electric hookups and water hookups, and 60 sites with 30-amp electric hookups. There is also 12 primitive sites. A day-use group shelter is available at this campground.
Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, a dump station, marina and boat ramp.
Natural Features
Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.Wildlife is abundant in and around the park. Whitetail deer, turkey, hummingbirds, hawks and ospreys are commonly seen. Bald eagles can be viewed during the winter months.
Nearby Attractions
The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.
The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
OSAGE BLUFF Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Osage Bluff Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.
Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Osage Bluff is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Osage Bluff Marina is located next to the park, offering convenient boat services for guests.
Facilities
This campground offers 41 sites with 30-amp electric hookups, along with 20 primitive sites. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, a dump station, marina and boat ramp.
Natural Features
Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.Wildlife is abundant in and around the park. Whitetail deer, turkey, hummingbirds, hawks and ospreys are commonly seen. Bald eagles can be viewed during the winter months.
Nearby Attractions
The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.
The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
SHAWNEE BEND Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Shawnee Bend Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Shawnee Bend is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.A playground and sandy beach make the area perfect for families.
Facilities
This year-round day-use area offers a large group picnic shelter. Amenities include flush and pit toilets and drinking water.Natural Features
Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.Wildlife is abundant in and around the park. Whitetail deer, turkey, hummingbirds, hawks and ospreys are commonly seen. Bald eagles can be viewed during the winter months.
Nearby Attractions
The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
SPARROWFOOT Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Sparrowfoot Campground is situated on the Grand River Arm of the Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.
Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and boating.
Recreation
Sparrowfoot is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.Facilities
This campground offers 83 sites, 56 of those include 50-amp electric hookups and water hookups; along with 27 sites with 30-amp electric hookups. Two day-use group picnic shelters are also available, making the area perfect for large parties or family functions.
Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, playground, a dump station and boat ramp.
Natural Features
A mosaic of hardwood forests and grasslands covers the area's rolling hills. Rocky bluffs extend into the lake.Wildlife is abundant in and around Sparrowfoot. Whitetail deer, turkey, hummingbirds, hawks and ospreys are commonly seen. Bald eagles can be viewed during the winter months.
Nearby Attractions
Katy Trail State Park, the nation's longest rails-to-trails project, is nearby. This unique park stretches from Clinton to Machens, with dozens of trailheads in between. Biking and hiking are allowed on the entire length of the trail, and horses are allowed from Clinton to Sedalia.THIBAUT POINT Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Thibaut Point Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.
Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.
Recreation
Thibaut Point offers great opportunities to get out on the water. Boating and swimming are popular activities.The park is an excellent fishing location. Anglers find crappie, largemouth bass and blue and flathead catfish. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Facilities
This park offers family and group campsites with and without electric hookups. Two day-use group picnic shelters with lights and electric outlets are also available, making the area perfect for large parties or family functions.
This campground offers 44 sites total. 39 of the sites have 50-amp electric hookups and water hookups; along with 5 primitive sites.
Group camp A offers 19, 30-amp electric hookup sites along with a centrally located pavilion for gathering. Group camp C is all primitive with plenty of flat areas for tents. It also has a pavilion for gathering and a large fire pit.
Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, a dump station, and a boat ramp. A nice, sandy beach offers additional recreation opportunity.
Natural Features
Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area, providing good shade in the campground.Wildlife is abundant in and around the park. Whitetail deer, turkey, hummingbirds, hawks and ospreys are commonly seen. Bald eagles can be viewed during the winter months.
Nearby Attractions
The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park.The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck.
Bucksaw Marina Facility
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Osage Bluff Marina Facility
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Sterett Creek Marina Facility
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Missouri Deptartment of Natural Resources Facility
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Harry S. Truman Visitor Center Facility
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