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Welcome to Smithville Lake

F.I.S.H. Day 2021 at Smithville Lake
On April 1, 2021, Volunteers along with USACE, MDC, Clay County Parks, and Burton's Bait & Tackle will sink trees into Smithville Lake for fish habitat in their 9th Annual event. F.I.S.H. stands for Friends Improving Smithville Habitat.
2019 FISH Day Map
Hunting Regulations -- Know Before You Go
It's important to understand and follow all state and federal hunting regulations. Look online or call our offices to know before you go.
Smithville Lake policiesMDC info
Water Safety
Don't forget to wear your life jacket when boating on the lake!
Water Safety Program
Responsible Recreation video
As our recreation areas begin to reopen we want to remind you that we need your help during these trying times.
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Birds at Smithville Lake
Pelicans and cormorants are common around Smithville Lake on their migration through the area.
Not all low-water areas are marked - please pay attention
It's important for all visitors to understand the lake and risks associated with recreating on the lake. Obey buoys and understand that not all hazards on the lake are marked with buoys or are they visible. Slow down. What may have been a safe route for boating in the past years may not be now as low water levels present a danger for striking normally submerged hazards such as trees and rocks.
Low water boating tipsLearn more
Play it safe with outdoor recreation
Follow CDC guidelines, even when outdoors. We are not staffed to maintain/clean lake & park areas. Be cautious about touching anything. Sanitize and wash often. Practice social distancing.
CDC Guidance
Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers
Zebra mussels have been confirmed at Smithville Lake. Prevent the transport of nuisance species. Clean all recreational equipment. Click the link below to learn more.
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Outdoor Recreation

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Useful Links

Photos

Boating

Nov 14 2013

Boating

Camp branch marina boat ramp

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 water fall

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water fall

Water fall on Roberts Branch.

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 aquatic plants

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aquatic plants

lilly pads

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 Aquatic plants

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Aquatic plants

Aquatic plants grow in the lake and provide excellent habitat for fish to hide.

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 Horse riders

Nov 14 2013

Horse riders

Visitors prepare to enjoy over 25 miles of equestrian trails around the lake.

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 scenic overlook

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scenic overlook

scenic picture

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 Sailboat

Nov 14 2013

Sailboat

Lake visitors sail across the main body of the lake.

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 Turkey

Nov 14 2013

Turkey

Turkeys utilize food plots around the lake.

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 Aquatic plants

Nov 14 2013

Aquatic plants

Aquatic plants provide soil stability and cover for young fish.

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 mallard ducks

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mallard ducks

ducks use the waterfowl refuge

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 geese

Nov 14 2013

geese

geese

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 Boating

Nov 14 2013

Boating

Boating on the lake

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 lake cleanup day

Nov 14 2013

lake cleanup day

lake cleanup day

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 geese

Nov 14 2013

geese

geese

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 snow geese

Nov 14 2013

snow geese

snow geese

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 boating

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boating

sunset on the lake

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 Kayaker

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Kayaker

Kayaker on Rathbun lake at sunset.

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 View of Lake

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View of Lake

View of the lake from Island View Park.

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 Sunset

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Sunset

Sunset at Island View Park.

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 Water Trail

Nov 14 2013

Water Trail

Kayakers on Water Trail

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Corps of Engineers and MDC sinking fish habitat.

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 Snow Geese

Nov 14 2013

Snow Geese

Snow Geese visit the lake every winter

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 Canada Geese

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Canada Geese

Canada geese utilize agricultural lease property around Smithville Lake.

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 Golfing

Nov 14 2013

Golfing

Golfing at Smithville Lake

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 Evening Fishing

Nov 14 2013

Evening Fishing

Fishing for large mouth bass.

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 Fishing

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Fishing

Crappie fishing at Smithville Lake

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 Crappie Fishing

Nov 14 2013

Crappie Fishing

Crappie fishing on Smithville Lake

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 Camping

Nov 14 2013

Camping

Camping at Camp Branch Camp Ground

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 Hiking Trails

Nov 14 2013

Hiking Trails

Lake view on hiking/biking trail

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 Hiking/Biking Trails

Nov 14 2013

Hiking/Biking Trails

Hiking/Biking Trails at Smithville Lake

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 Camp Branch Marina

Nov 14 2013

Camp Branch Marina

Camp Branch Marina at Smithville Lake

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 Swim Beach

Nov 14 2013

Swim Beach

Swim Beach

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 Lake Sunset

Nov 14 2013

Lake Sunset

Lake Sunset

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 young whitetail

Nov 14 2013

young whitetail

wildlife around the lake

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 4 deer

Nov 14 2013

4 deer

4 deer

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 Deer

Nov 14 2013

Deer

wildlife around the lake

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 Agricultural Leases

Nov 14 2013

Agricultural Leases

Hay Lease

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 Lake Cleanup Day

Nov 14 2013

Lake Cleanup Day

Federal Lands Cleanup Day

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 Boating

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Boating

Sail Boat

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Sunset on the Lake

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 Buck in the woods

Nov 14 2013

Buck in the woods

Whitetailed deer are abundant at Perry Lake. If you're quiet and has patience you can catch a glimpse of a deer like this one.

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 Boating

Nov 14 2013

Boating

With 11,000 acres of water at Perry Lake there are endless opportunities for water recreation. Don't forget to wear your life jacket.

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 Horseback Riders

Nov 14 2013

Horseback Riders

The Equestrian trails offer a great opportunity for kids and adults alike to enjoy the outdoors while saddled atop their four legged beasts.

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 Deer at the lake

Nov 14 2013

Deer at the lake

A doe and a buck pose for a picture at the lake.

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 Girl at the Beach

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Girl at the Beach

This young girl enjoys the sand and cool water at the beach.

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Clinton Lake Ducks

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Longview Lake boating

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Longview Lake eagles

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Smithville Lake dam

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Pomme de Terre Eagle.

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This fawn is resting next to our weather station.

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Eastern Wild Turkey can be very challenging to hunt around the lake.

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Milford Lake

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Milford Lake

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 Melvern Lake Sunset

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Melvern Lake Sunset

Sunset on Melvern Lake.

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Truman Lake

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Stockton Lake

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Stockton Lake camping

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Kanopolis Lake

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Kanopolis Lake

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Contact the Corps office at Smithville

***The Jerry Litton Visitor Center will be re-opening to the public beginning on April 5, 2021. Hours will be Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm. Masks will be required in the Visitor Center***

The center will also be open on weekends beginning Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 8am to 4pm.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Jerry Litton Visitor Center
16311 County Rd DD
Smithville, MO 64089

Phone: 816-532-0174

Email: Smithville@usace.army.mil

 

Need to Know

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Vistor Center:

 

***The Jerry Litton Visitor Center will be closed to the public until further notice as a health and safety precaution due to COVID-19. Check back for updates***

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday beginning September 15 through mid-March

7 days per week during April to September

 

 

Annual Pass - Available to everyone - $80

Free Annual Pass for U.S. Military - Available to current U.S. military members and dependents in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard and also, Reserve and National Guard members. Must be obtained in person by showing a Common Access Card or Military ID (Form 1173).

Annual 4th Grade Pass - Available to U.S. 4th graders (including home-schooled and free-choice learners 10 years of age) with a valid Every Kid in a Park paper pass. The Pass is valid for the duration of the 4th grade school year through the following summer (September-August). Paper passes can be obtained by visiting the Every Kid in a Park website (https://www.nationalparks.org/our-work/campaigns-initiatives/every-kid-park). Digital version of the paper pass will not be accepted to exchange for an Annual 4th Grade Pass.

Senior Pass - U.S. Citizens or Permanent residents age 62 or over (Must bring ID for proof of age). - Annual-$20  Lifetime-$80

Access Pass - For U. S. Citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. - Free - Applicants must provide documentation of permanent disability and residency or citizenship.

Volunteer Pass - For volunteers with 250 service hours with federal agencies that participate in the Interagency Pass Program.

 

 

America the Beautiful (ATB) passes are sold at Smithville and Longview Project Offices at federal visitor centers.  NOTE: Smithville, Longview and Blue Springs Lakes camping and day use areas DO NOT honor the ATB passes as they are operated by County and City agencies under cost-shared lease agreements. Please check local websites for Clay County Missouri, City of Smithville Missouri and Jackson County Missouri for any discounts offered outside the federal pass program.

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