Smithville Lake - Clay County Parks

Smithville Lake - Clay County Parks Official facebook home of Clay County Parks at Smithville Lake, operated in partnership with the Army Corps of Engineers.
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Smithville Lake is a 7,200 acre lake and has more than 175 miles of shoreline. Located just 20 miles from downtown Kansas City, there are several recreational opportunities available to the outdoor enthusiast that include: 2 swim beaches, 777 campsites, reservable shelters, 2 full service marinas including boat rentals, 1 sailboat only marina, 2 public 18-hole golf courses within the Paradise Poin

te Golf Complex, 4 disc golf courses, great fishing whether from shore or by boat, 25 miles of walking/biking trails, 11 miles of single-track mountain biking trails, 26 miles of equestrian trails, home to Kansas City Trapshooters Association, public hunting that includes managed goose hunts as well as youth and ADA white-tail deer and wild turkey hunts, and an aggressive 2,300 acre native grassland revitalization project.

Meet and Smoke and Davey trailhead and get your Passport stamp or if this is your first Park Walk, get a passport and st...
06/13/2026

Meet and Smoke and Davey trailhead and get your Passport stamp or if this is your first Park Walk, get a passport and start your adventure!
We will meet at the Smoke and Davey trailhead off of W Hwy.

06/12/2026

Kelsey Short is available for groups of all ages year round. SCA, who has occupied the group camp area the last 2 weeks, will have a fireworks show tonight and wrap up their event on Sunday. You will be able to see the fireworks from Camp Branch and the surrounding trailhead parking lots.
Have a great Friday!

Join us this weekend for our campground programs as we explore the fascinating world of Tree Life! Trees are more than j...
06/12/2026

Join us this weekend for our campground programs as we explore the fascinating world of Tree Life!

Trees are more than just part of the landscape—they provide food, shelter, and a place to call home for countless creatures. Discover some of the amazing arboreal animals that climb, nest, hide, and thrive among the branches, and learn how trees play an important role in their everyday adventures.

Friday Night – Camp Branch Campground, next to the playground
7:00 p.m.

Saturday Night – Crow’s Creek Campground, next to the playground
7:00 p.m.

Bring a lawn chair, bring your curiosity, and come learn about the hidden life in the trees around us. We hope to see you there!

06/11/2026

Jesse James Bank Museum is a historic site in Clay County offering an inside look at a bank from the 1800s.
This bank was one of the first robbed by the infamous James Gang.
Located in Liberty, this bank is full of Missouri history.
To see hours and admission fees visit https://www.visitclaymo.com/business/jesse-james-bank-museum

Big fish in the lake!
06/11/2026

Big fish in the lake!

06/10/2026

Relax by the shore all across the lake.
We have many great trails that can take you right by the water.
Take a walk across Smithville Lake anytime you like!

Unleash your creativity and join us for Drawing with a Naturalist this Saturday, June 13th! Have you ever wanted to impr...
06/09/2026

Unleash your creativity and join us for Drawing with a Naturalist this Saturday, June 13th!

Have you ever wanted to improve your ability to sketch wildlife and nature? Whether you’re picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to sharpen your artistic skills, this program will cover the fundamentals of drawing animals and techniques to help you become a better artist.

Come learn how to observe the natural world through an artist’s eye while practicing basic sketching skills in a fun and relaxed environment. All skill levels are welcome!

Saturday, June 13
10:00 a.m.
Camp Branch Office (17201 Paradesian Rd. Smithville, Mo. 64089)

06/08/2026

A walk on Anita B. Gorman Trail.
This 1.9 mile long trail is fully paved and runs from Collins Road to Crows Creek.
You can find the trailheads for both Gorman and Cabin Fever at the Crows Creek Boat Launch.

Address

17201 Paradesian
Smithville, MO
64089

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+18164073400

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