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**Facility Overview**
A. Perry Philips Park Lake in Columbia offers a convenient boat ramp and dock facilities for paddlers and boaters accessing Clear Creek. The 40-acre lake features a dedicated boat ramp, ADA-accessible boat dock (12' x 24'), fishing dock, and parking area. The park is well-equipped with restrooms (seasonal: warm weather only; portable facilities October 15–April 15), picnic shelters, and a 1.4-mile gravel trail circling the lake—ideal for exploring the area before or after paddling.
**Boating Regulations & Conditions**
Only non-motorized boats and electric/battery trolling motors are permitted on the lake itself. Clear Creek is a large river system (7th order stream) with an average flow of approximately 188 cubic feet per second and a moderate gradient of 34.1 feet per mile, making it suitable for various paddling skill levels depending on water conditions and the specific section accessed. The creek's 93-mile length provides extensive paddling opportunities from this central Missouri location.
**Amenities**
The park includes bike racks, ADA drinking fountains, and shaded picnic areas. Parking and vehicle access are available, making this a well-developed access point for day trips and recreational paddling.