The public may hunt on more than 7,000 acres in the Smithville wildlife management area. Areas marked as "Wildlife Management Areas" are open year round. However, about 2,200 acres of land and water i... More than 4,000 of the lake's 7,190 water surface acres were left uncleared to provide the aquatic habitat that should provide excellent fishing for many years. Hundreds of irregularly shaped coves will furnish over 175
, MO FishingThe public may hunt on more than 7,000 acres in the Smithville wildlife management area. Areas marked as "Wildlife Management Areas" are open year round. However, about 2,200 acres of land and water in the Honker Cove Waterfowl Refuge closes seasonally (October 15 – January 15)
, MO HuntingBoating - Smithville Lake has over 175 miles of shoreline offering excellent boating opportunities. Five multi-lane boat launch ranps and excellent parking for trailers insure easy accessibility to all parts of this 7,200
, MO BoatingA total of 777 camping sites are available for tent and RV camping at Smithville Lake. Clay County Parks and the City of Smithville operate these sites. Clay County Parks (Crow's Creek and Camp Branch) offer basic sites and sites with electrical and water hookups from $13.00-$19.00
, MO CampingDaily tours of the 19th century woolen mill and Watkins home. Living history and heirloom garden during summer months. Visito...
Recognized as one of the finest examples of Victorian architecture in the US, this opulent 1881 estate boasted coveniences su...
380 acres includes a 17-acre fishing lake. It is ideal for hiking, hunting, or wildlife viewing....
Farmhouse from mid-1800s with original furnishings, large arrowhead collection and out buildings with items from that era. Pi...