Access Site
MO
Southfork
City: Florida, MO
County: Monroe County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.44635837, -91.81771919
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Long Branch near Santa Fe, MO
3.9 mi away
Lick Creek at Perry, MO
4.7 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Facilities**
Southfork is a boat ramp access point located on Mark Twain Lake's South Fork arm in Monroe County, Missouri (coordinates: 39.446, -91.818). The site provides vehicle access for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats onto the water. The ramp serves both the lake proper and the South Fork Salt River drainage system.
**Recreation Context**
Mark Twain Lake offers a blend of natural resources and modern recreation facilities, with three nearby campgrounds providing full hookup and electric options for multi-day trips. The South Fork arm is popular with anglers and recreational paddlers alike. The access point positions paddlers to explore both the lake's calmer waters and the connected river systems. For those planning extended stays, camping and RV facilities are available within minutes of the ramp.
**Planning Your Visit**
Before launching, contact the managing agency for current information on water conditions, seasonal closures, parking availability, and any applicable launch fees. The site's proximity to multiple recreation areas makes it a convenient base for exploring the Mark Twain Lake system.
Southfork is a boat ramp access point located on Mark Twain Lake's South Fork arm in Monroe County, Missouri (coordinates: 39.446, -91.818). The site provides vehicle access for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats onto the water. The ramp serves both the lake proper and the South Fork Salt River drainage system.
**Recreation Context**
Mark Twain Lake offers a blend of natural resources and modern recreation facilities, with three nearby campgrounds providing full hookup and electric options for multi-day trips. The South Fork arm is popular with anglers and recreational paddlers alike. The access point positions paddlers to explore both the lake's calmer waters and the connected river systems. For those planning extended stays, camping and RV facilities are available within minutes of the ramp.
**Planning Your Visit**
Before launching, contact the managing agency for current information on water conditions, seasonal closures, parking availability, and any applicable launch fees. The site's proximity to multiple recreation areas makes it a convenient base for exploring the Mark Twain Lake system.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Mark Twain Lake
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