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Stockton
Lake Area Recreation
Boating
Buy the
acreage and get wet. Boating of all kinds make this a
haven for water enthusiast. This lake has some of the clearest
water in the state, making it great for diving and swimming, as
well as fishing. For water sports, there are plenty of boat
ramps around the lake along with three marinas, Orlean Trails,
Mutton Creek, and Stockton State Park.
All three marinas
are full service, and provide fuel, storage, tackle, store, and
boat rentals. Of specila note for buyers: Mutton Creek Marina is only 2.4 miles from
this outstanding piece of
property.
- sailing-
Stockton Lake is one
of the top 10 sailing lakes in the United State with the
prevailing winds. It is the number one sailing lake in the
state of Missouri, which yields a very active racing and
social season for the Stockton Lake Yacht Club from April to
October. For
Midwest sailing info. visit:
http://www.midwestsailing.com/lakes/mo/stockton.html
- canoeing-The
wide expanse of water in the lower part of the lake attracts
sail boating. The same wind-swept area can sometimes be
hazardous for travel in small boats
- waterskiing-
for specific area activates visit:
http://www.mdc4.mdc.mo.gov
Fishing
For
lake fishing details visit-http://www.missourifishingguide.com/stockton.html
- bass fishing-
Stockton Lake the
kind of lake that you can visit and let whatever species is
biting best be your target for the day. It provides anglers
with good opportunities to catch crappie, black bass, white
bass, bluegill, channel catfish and bluegills.
- walleye fishing-Stockton
Lake isn't the only place to catch walleyes in Missouri, but
it's the best one! Anglers catch more walleyes and more
walleyes per hour of fishing here than in any other lake in
the state. The Conservation Department's Walleye Initiative
is working to establish walleyes in more waters in Missouri,
but a pilgrimage to Stockton remains the dream of most of
the state's walleye fanatics. Plus, the Conservation
Department only adds walleye to the lake every other year.
- bow fishing
- Bow fishing is a sport that is growing fast. Missouri has
its own bow fishing association. For more information log on:
www.mbhbowfishing.com
- Muskie fishing
- crappie fishing
- cat fishing
- fly fishing
Camping
- camp sites
- Eleven 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 (Orleans Trail Marina
and Mutton Creek Marina); and one is operated by the
Missouri Department of Natural Resources (Stockton State
Park). Camping fees are charged for camping on Stockton
Lake. The amount of the fee is based on the type of
facilities provided. Campsites can be reserved through the
National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) by phone
(1-877-444-6777) or via the internet at
http://www.reserveusa.com. Reservations must be made 3
days in advance.
Swimming -
Scuba Diving
Golfing
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The Stockton
Country Club has a 36 course lay out. The golf course is
found at Highway 39 & RB South Road. The course has watered
Bermuda Fairways. You are able to rent carts as well as
clubs. It is open daily for members, guests and visitors.
Ping! To
arrange tee times, phone # 417- 276-5417.
Hiking
- Stockton Lake Management Lands:
Driving Directions to Stockton
Reservoir is 15 miles north of Springfield. This 24,900-acre
lake extends into Cedar, Dade and Polk Counties and has many
S accesses.: For specific information, contact MDC is
Southwest Regional Office, 2630 N. Mayfair, Springfield, MO
65803, 417/895-6880. Trail Name, Corey Glade Walking Trail,
Hiking (Non-Interpretive), 1.10 miles in length.
- Stockton Lake Management
Lands: Driving Directions- Stockton Reservoir is
15 miles north of Springfield. This 24,900-acre lake extends
into Cedar, Dade and Polk Counties and has many accesses.
For specific information, contact MDC, is Southwest Regional
Office, 2630 N. Mayfair, Springfield, MO 65803,
417/895-6880. Trail Name: Hulston Mill Trail , Multi-Use
(Hike/Bike/Horse), 14.00 miles in length. see:
http://mdc.mo.gov/trails.
Horse back riding
(equestrian)
- Equestrian: Horse
back riding. Take 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. The trails were planned and laid out when
Stockton Lake was built. The Stockton Saddle Club and
The Army Corps of Engineers planned the trails starting at
the end of Orleans Trail South Campgrounds and running to
the Hawker Point area. Campgrounds are located at both ends.
Another trail is located at the upper end of the Lake at
Hulston Mill area. (417) 637-5993.
- Wild horse adoption
program: There are nearly 30,000 wild horse and donkeys
roaming across several states. There is a small adoption fee
per animal. For further details, visit the web site:
www.wildhirseandburror.blm.gov .
Events
Month-by-month
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Events around
Missouri may be found on
www.visitMo.com.
- Art
Pieces: www.mylakefronthome.com
- For more
information contact: Stockton Area
Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 410
Stockton, MO 65785
417-276-5213
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