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Looking for a place to get a watersports fix? Long Branch State Park’s three boat ramps provide access to sprawling and picturesque Long Branch Lake. Want to get some fishing in? The park offers some of the best bass fishing in northern Missouri and its swimming beach a is a favorite for families. More than 80 campsites make the park a perfect place for overnight stays. And the park’s native prairie offers peaceful hiking opportunities.
Nestled in the rolling farmland of northern Missouri is Long Branch Lake. Three separate areas with shoreline have been designated as Long Branch State Park, providing public access to the lake and remaining natural features of the area.
In 1979, a dam was built on the Little Chariton River by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to control flooding and create lake recreation. Just as the streams and rivers influenced the settlement to the area, the river and Long Branch Lake continue to be a gathering point for the people in north Missouri to enjoy.
LAKE ACCESS
Long Branch State Park provides visitors with easy access to the lake with boat ramps in all three areas of the park. The lake has an excellent reputation for bass fishing, but anglers can cast their lines for catfish, walleye and crappie as well. The lake’s 24 miles of shoreline have many small coves that offer good fishing. A partially covered accessible fishing dock is also available. A sand beach near the campground, complete with volleyball net, provides swimmers access to the lake and fun in the sun.
Visitors wanting to play more than a day can choose from basic or electric campsites located in a wooded area bordering the native prairie area and the lake. Nine of the basic campsites are secluded walk-in sites close to the lake. The campground features modern restrooms with hot showers.
Picnic sites, scattered under trees and along the lake, offer a quiet spot for lunch and a scenic view. Two group shelters are perfect for family gatherings and can be reserved by contacting the park office. Near one of the shelters is a one-mile trail that leads to the lake where benches await, providing a great spot to sit and watch the day go by.
PARK HOURS & FEES
Contact Park
PARK PHONE
660-773-5229
Marina/Store: 660-773-5132
PARK ADDRESS
28615 Visitor Center Road
Macon, MO 63552
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