Harry S. Truman Reservoir Fishing Spot
- Elevation: 834'
- Last Modified By: vinny60 on 09/17/09 10:52 AM
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Black bass fishing should continue to be very good for legal bass (>15") as well as catch-and-release fishing for sublegal fish. Sampling once again showed good numbers of all sizes of bass up to 22-inches and fish continue to be in good condition. Crappie fishing should be good for legal fish (> 9") and fishing for sublegal fish should be very good, as there are a good number of fish less than 9-inches. Sampling showed good numbers of all sizes of fish up to 12-inches. Truman typically produces large year classes of crappie, and 2007 appears to be no exception. Fishing should continue to be good during the summer and fall as the large 2006 year class becomes legal. Crappie are in excellent condition because of the good shad spawn in 2007. White bass and hybrid striped bass fishing will continue to be good. A popular time to catch these fish is summer and early fall when they are schooling on the surface chasing shad. Look for schools of feeding fish in the morning and evening and cast to them. Walleye fishing for legal fish (> 15") should be good; walleye fishing has been improving due to stockings during the last several years. Catfishing for blue, channel and flathead catfish should continue to be good on the Osage and Grand River arms. Anglers need to be reminded that effective March 1, 2006 there was a change in the catfish daily limits. The daily limits are: Flathead Catfish – 5 fish daily; Channel Catfish – 10 fish daily and Blue Catfish – 5 fish daily. The paddlefish snagging season is March 15 through April 30. Snagging should be good for legal fish (> 34") in the upper Osage from Talley Bend to above the Taberville Access with many fish greater than 45-lbs. The paddlefish population is maintained through annual stockings. Snaggers need to remember that once they have take a daily limit of two paddlefish they are prohibited from continuing to snag, snare or grab that day.
Harry S. Truman Reservoir Description
Plan a trip to Harry S Truman State Park and fulfill your vacation expectations. This 1,440-acre park offers a wide range of activities that are sure to please. Located on a peninsula nearly surrounded by the 55,600-acre Truman Lake, the park features many opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming and water skiing. For swimmers and waders, the beautiful sand beach is conveniently located with a changehouse and modern restrooms. Anglers of all skill levels will be challenged to hook a variety of fish in the lake's cool, clear waters. Numerous campsites are scattered near the lakeshore and throughout the forest. Facilities in the campground include sanitary dumping stations, hot showers, modern restrooms and laundry rooms. Shady picnic sites are found in the wooded day-use area, as well as an open shelter that's available for group rental. Modern restrooms and playgrounds are located nearby. The park's natural environment offers a diverse landscape to explore. Open oak woodlands, natural grasslands, towering limestone bluffs and oak savannas beckon the visitor. Hiking trails wind through the woods and out to rocky overlooks, offering breathtaking views of the lake and an occasional glimpse of the abundant wildlife. Fox, coyote, deer, wild turkey and beaver make their homes in the forest and grasslands of Truman State Park. From a boat or the shore, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including crappie, black bass, catfish and white bass as Truman Lake provides some of the best fishing opportunities in the area. The 55,600-acre lake can be accessed from the park via one of the two boat-launching ramps that are open year-round. The park offers two paved boat-launching ramps for access to Truman Lake year-round. A two-lane boat ramp located in the campground is for use by campers only, and a four-lane boat ramp is available to the public near the large parking lot, which offers ample space for cars, trucks and boat trailers. There are no launch fees or motor restrictions in the state park. The eastern end of the park provides visitors with an opportunity to relax at one of the many shaded picnic sites. This section of the park also has an open shelter, which can be reserved at a rate of $35 per day, and is perfect for large family gatherings and special group outings. The shelter can accommodate approximately 130 guests and is equipped with picnic tables, two large outdoor grills, electricity and restroom facilities nearby. If not reserved, the shelter is available at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. Children’s playgrounds are also located in the vicinities of the campground and the open shelter. Swimming There are two swimming beaches in the park open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. One beach is located in the campground and is used exclusively by campers. The other beach, located at the main day-use area, is open to the public.