Osage Bluff

About this site

Overview Osage Bluff Park sits on the shores of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting, swimming and boating. Click here for the Harry S. Truman Lake virtual tour. Recreation Osage Bluff is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen. Osage Bluff Marina is located next to the park, offering convenient boat services for guests. Facilities Osage Bluff is an excellent fishing location. Truman Lake is also a popular destination for tournament fishermen. Osage Bluff Marina is located next to the park, offering convenient boat services for guests. Natural Features Harry S Truman Reservoir lies among the rolling hills and rocky bluffs of the Ozark Plateau. Mature hardwoods of Oak and Hickory with cedar trees mixed in cover the area. 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 The 950 miles of shoreline around Truman Lake provide plentiful opportunities for fun in the outdoors. Many parks surround the lake, including Harry S. Truman State Park. The Harry S. Truman Visitor Center sits atop Kaysinger Bluff and provides a spectacular view of the dam and reservoir. Exhibits provide information about the rich history of the Osage River Valley from pre-civilization to modern day. Waterfowl, bald eagles and turkey vultures are commonly seen from the observation deck. Osage Bluff Marina

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

80 feet

Contact

• 660-438-7317
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233571

Location

38.190561, -93.393331