Niangua

One of the best fishing streams in the state according to the Missouri Department of Conservation, the Niangua also has the advantage of being closely associated with Bennett Spring State Park and one of the Conservation Department’s trout hatcheries. It’s very busy during peak hot summer months and floatable for fishing  just above Bennett Springs. in 1900 the Missouri Fish Commissioner introduced 40,000 mountain trout into the spring and a privately owned fish hatchery was built in 1923.  In 1924, the state purchased the spring and part of the surrounding area to create one of the first state parks. The park is now owned and operated by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, and the Missouri Department of Conservation operates the hatchery.

The park offers ample opportunity for camping, swimming, hiking and nature appreciation. There are basic, electric and full hook-up campsites, as well as a sanitation station, modern restrooms, showers, coin-operated laundries and a camper store, fully stocked with groceries and fishing supplies. Summer visitors can cool off in the modern public swimming pool. The adjacent Niangua River has long been popular as a float stream, and canoe rentals are available.

Float Outfitters & Services:

Little Niangua Campground
275 Taylor Road
Roach, MO 65787

Telephone: 573-347-2728
Telephone: 866-269-1342

Fort Niangua River Resort
84 Cat Hollow Trail • Lebanon, Missouri 65536
417-532-4377 • 877-588-7066 (reservations only)
Hosts – Fidel and Sherri Tenorio

Maggard Canoe and Corkery Campground
15750 Hwy. 64
Lebanon, MO 65536

Call 1-417-532-7616
or toll free 1-888-546-9788
CALL 8 A.M. TO 10 P.M. CST.