Stockton Lake is a fishing paradise. Small coves along the lakeshore provide hundreds of protected fishing spots. The lake, fed by clear streams, is populated with many different species of fish. With depths sometimes exceeding 100
, MO FishingStockton Lake offers great opportunities for the boating and personal watercraft enthusiast. Stockton is known as one of Missouri's best sailing lakes and the Stockton Yacht Club (link)
, MO BoatingWhether you are an avid fisherman, hunter, or weekend naturalist, Stockton Lake offers an abundance of fish and wildlife for your enjoyment. More than 20,000
, MO HuntingEleven campgrounds are conveniently located around Stockton Lake. Eight are managed by the Corps of Engineers (Cedar Ridge, Crabtree Cove, Hawker Point, Masters, Orleans Trail North, Orleans Trail South, Ruark Bluff East, and Ruark Bluff West); two are operated by marina concessionaires (
, MO CampingTake to the trails to enjoy the beauty of nature and the company of others on horseback. The shoreline, the wilderness trails, the bluff, the lake and the old abandoned roads on Corp land are savored one hoof beat at a time.
, MO EquestrianRestored 1860s jail listed on National Register. Regional history museum exhibits: Osage Indians, Border War, Civil War, recr...
Tour the museum, one-room school house and old court house where the Trial of Old Drum took place....
This 2,176-acre park overlooks Stockton Lake and offers camping, motel, dining, picnicking and trails, plus a marina, swimmin...
Only Missourian elected U.S. President was born here May 8, 1884. He was the 33rd President, serving 1945-53. Six-room frame ...