DNR
Home PageThe park is a popular fishing spot and offers a wide variety of fish species. Common types caught are crappie, bass and catfish. Fishing is allowed in all areas of the park except at or near boat ramps and the swimming beach. Even though most areas close at dark, the facility allows night fishing at specific locations throughout the park. The best fishing months at this park tend to be February, April, May, June, September and October.
Fishing Report (provided by Department of Conservation)
--listed under Southeast Region: Lakes
The park has three concrete boat launches available for visitor usage. They are located at Asher Creek Campground, the old marina and just past cabin 8 at the Allison Point day-use area. There is a courtesy dock located at the old marina launch. There are no launch fees or motor restrictions. Temporary closings will be posted on this Web site.
The park has three picnic areas and two playgrounds for visitor use, free of charge.
Picnic sites are located in the Allison Cove day-use area, at the Allison Point boat ramp area and near Shelter 1. Both shelters feature picnic tables and an outdoor grill, making a perfect venue for family gatherings and special outings. Shelter 1, located in the upper day-use area, has a 75-person occupancy and can be reserved for $45 per day. It is also equipped with electrical outlets.
Shelter 2 (shown at the right) is in Allison Cove, has a 50-person occupancy and can be reserved for $30 per day. If the shelters are not reserved, they are available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnicking at the shelter house areas is accessible to persons with disabilities. For reservations, please call the park office at 573-297-3232.
Children's playgrounds are located at the Allison Point day-use area near the beach and at Shelter 1.
The park offers a swimming beach at the Allison Cove day-use area. It opens on or about Memorial Day weekend and closes shortly after Labor Day weekend. The initial opening of the beach and temporary closings during the on-season depend upon the lake level. Any temporary closings will be posted on the Web site.
