Facility Details - BLEDSOE FERRY, MO

Overview

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.

Natural Features:

Truman Lake lies among rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Dense hardwood forests studded with mature pine trees cover the area.

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.

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.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Boat Ramp Accessible Fishing Dock Accessible Flush Toilets Accessible Picnic Shelters	Drinking Water Pit Toilets Showers

Know Before You Go

There is a non-fishing zone located below the dam
Day-use fees are required for boat launching
Click here for more information about Truman Lake
Help stop the spread of the invasive zebra mussel by draining all water from equipment and discarding live bait before leaving the park

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
38.26194, -93.39778
38°15'43"N, 93°23'52"W

From Highway 7, travel north on the Dam Access Road for 2 miles and follow signs to the day-use area.