Watkins Woolen Mill State Park
Kearney, Missouri
Camp, Hike, Horseback, and Swim
A 100-acre lake with a paved bicycle path around it, plentiful fishing, a picturesque campground and choice picnic spots make Watkins Mill State Park an ideal place for an afternoon or longer. Located near the Kansas City area, the park has ample fishing opportunities and an abundance of whitetailed deer and wild turkeys to watch. The park is adjacent to the Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site, a National Historic Landmark.
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Watkins Mill State Park | Missouri State Parks
A 100-acre lake with a paved bicycle path around it, plentiful fishing, a picturesque campground and a choice of picnic spots make Watkins Mill State Park an ideal place for an afternoon or longer.
https://mostateparks.com/park/watkins-mill-state-parkBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Kearney, Missouri
- Head south on S Jefferson St toward W 8th St (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto E 8th St (164 ft)
- E 8th St turns slightly left and becomes S Grove St (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto MO-92 E/E 6th StContinue to follow MO-92 E(5.5 mi)
- Turn left onto Co Rd RA/State Hwy RAContinue to follow Co Rd RA(1.0 mi)
- Turn right (1.5 mi)
- Turn right (423 ft)
- Slight right (374 ft)
- Slight left (39 ft)
- Turn right (171 ft)
Located at 26600 Park Rd N, Lawson, MO 64062, United States
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