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Stockton Park (MO)

Stockton, Missouri · US Army Corps of Engineers

Lake/water
Stockton Park (MO) — official Recreation.gov photo

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About

Stockton Park is located on Stockton Lake in the scenic Ozark Mountains of southwestern Missouri. The lake and surrounding landscape offer countless recreational opportunities along nearly 300 miles of shoreline, providing visitors with many ways to explore one of the most sought-after natural areas in the state. Fishing, hunting, camping, sailing, boating and scuba diving are popular activities.Stockton Park is open year-round. It offers one reservable group use area, a boat ramp, and a beach.The land surrounding the lake contains hundreds of acres of native prairie grasses, rolling hills and thick forests that turn crimson in autumn. An abundance of wildlife lives around the water, including wild turkey, great blue heron, deer and bald eagles. Visitors can learn about the lake's bald eagles at the area's annual eagle-watching event hosted each winter. Three full-service marinas are located around the lake, offering a wide range of services and supplies, including boat rentals, fuel, fishing tackle and restaurantsBoating is a popular pastime at the lake. Sailing is especially popular and the lake hosts several races each year. The park provides a boat ramp for easy access to the water. A swimming beach and an accessible fishing dock are also on-site. The waters of Stockton Lake are home to several species of fish including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish and sunfish, making it an ideal destination for anglers.

Directions

From Stockton, Missouri, take Hwy 39 South for 0.8 miles to State Hwy RB. Turn left onto State Hwy RB, follow for 0.5 miles. Turn right (south) and continue straight another 0.1 miles into the park.

Location

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Details

State
Missouri
City / area
Stockton
Agency
US Army Corps of Engineers
Parent area
Stockton Lake
Campsites
1
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$35 / day
Equipment
See Recreation.gov

Reserve on Recreation.gov

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