Bledsoe Ferry

BLEDSOE FERRY

Overview

Bledsoe Ferry Park sits below Harry S. Truman Dam in the hills of western Missouri.

Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating.

Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour.

Facilities

This year-round day-use area contains four large picnic shelters. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, drinking water, an accessible boat ramp and fishing docks.

Natural Features

Harry S Truman Reservoir lies among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. Mature hardwoods of Oak and Hickory with cedar trees mixed in cover the area.

Wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, eagles, and many different water birds can be found in and around the park.

An abundance of fish such as crappie, bass, walleye, paddlefish, blue and channel catfish can also be found in Harry S Truman Reservoir. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat.

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 Harry S Truman Dam and one of the few Class A Visitor Centers.

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.

Important Notices

There is a restricted non-fishing zone located directly below the dam, marked by a signed fence.
Day-use fees are required for boat launch
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
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Notifications and Alerts

Campers, after 14 days camping on one campsite, must vacate the campground for a minimum of 24 hours. This includes all belongings.

Campers must have a working mode of transportation available.
Even though camping is by reservation only, all campers are required to check in at the park booth to pick up vehicle hang tags. Booth hours are posted, so please check in as soon as possible after arrival.

Available Activities

Birding - Birding
Hiking - Hiking
Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
Water Access - Water Access
Kayaking - Kayaking
Fishing - Fishing
Canoeing - Canoeing
Boating - Boating
Biking - Biking
Day Use Area - Day Use Area
Picnicking - Picnicking
Visitor Center - Visitor Center

Directions

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

Contact Information

Phone: 660-438-7317

Truman Dam Access Rd.
WARSAW, MO 65355

Rental Options

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Available Campsites

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