Sparrowfoot
Location
The location is situated in scenic rolling hills with hardwood forests, grasslands, and rocky bluffs overlooking the water. Sparrowfoot is particularly popular with anglers and tournament fishermen, though it offers strong boating and paddling opportunities as well. Access is straightforward: from Highway 13, travel about one mile east on SE 450 Road and follow signs into the park.
For more information or to make reservations, contact the facility at 660-885-7546. Note that the nearby Truman Access boat ramp remains closed due to past flood damage, making Sparrowfoot a reliable alternative launch point in the area.
Overview
Sparrowfoot Campground is situated on the Grand River Arm of the Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and boating.
Recreation
Sparrowfoot is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Facilities
This campground offers 83 sites--56 of those have 50-amp and water, and 27 sites are...
Overview
Sparrowfoot Campground is situated on the Grand River Arm of the Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and boating.
Recreation
Sparrowfoot is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen.
Facilities
This campground offers 83 sites--56 of those have 50-amp and water, and 27 sites are 30-amp. Two day-use group picnic shelters are also available, making the area perfect for large parties or family functions. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities, playground, a dump station and boat ramp.Natural Features
A mosaic of hardwood forests and grasslands covers the area's rolling hills. Rocky bluffs extend into the lake.
Wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, hawks, ospreys, eagles, and many different water birds can be found in and around the park.
An abundance of fish such as crappie, bass, walleye, paddlefish, blue and channel catfish can also be found in Harry S Truman Reservoir. Approximately 8,800 acres of standing timber were left in the lake to provide quality aquatic habitat.
Nearby Attractions
Katy Trail State Park, the nation's longest rails-to-trails project, is nearby. This unique park stretches from Clinton to Machens, with dozens of trailheads in between. Biking and hiking are allowed on the entire length of the trail, and horses are allowed from Clinton to Sedalia.