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Access Site MO

August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area

August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands at Four Rivers Conservation Area Pool 15 Little Osage River Osage River

Source: missouri_department_of_conservation Updated 1 year ago

City: Fair Haven, MO
County: Vernon County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.00130516, -94.25551578
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About This Access Site
This 13,929-acre conservation area in Vernon and Bates Counties offers boat ramp access to Pool 15 of the August A. Busch Jr. Memorial Wetlands, located near Fair Haven. The site provides a dedicated boat ramp for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats into a scenic wetland environment ideal for paddling and wildlife observation. Note that the ramp is **closed seasonally**, so check current conditions before visiting.

**Access & Hours:** While the general area is open to the public from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily, boat launching is permitted 24 hours a day in designated areas. The site includes parking and disabled-accessible facilities. This is a prime location for paddlers interested in exploring wetland ecosystems, with opportunities for fishing, nature observation, and wildlife viewing throughout the expansive grounds.