of two completely separate management areas: the Pittsburg Area and the Hermitage Area, each offering a range of recreation opportunities for the entire
Cedar Bluff Trail on the Hermitage Area is a 1.5-mile natural surface trail that follows rocky bluffs along both sides of an upland ridge offering spectacular
views of the lake. The Indian Point Trail on the Pittsburg Area is a 2.75 mile natural surface trail that snakes through spectacular open woodlands to a natural
overlook with panoramic views of the lake scenery. Each area of the park has its own campground. The Hermitage campground offers level
campsites in a grassy setting for the ideal family camp-out under the many large shade trees.
The campground also offers electric and basic campsites close to the water, hot showers, a
playground, laundry facilities, and a dump station. A park store is conveniently located at the
entrance to the campground. The park store is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The store offers kayak and paddle-board
A large swim beach with picnic sites and a boat launch is located near the campground.
For lodging at the Hermitage Area, a secluded three bedroom Lake House is available.
Amenities include a full bathroom, central heat and air, television, and laundry facilities. Kitchen
amenities include a gas range, microwave, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and dining table
ten, coffee pot, and toaster. A boat launch and a picnic area are located near the Lake House.
The Pittsburg Area campground provides plenty of shade with many campsites that sit atop
the rock bluffs and others that slope to the water’s edge. This campground is located in an
conveniences if desired. Water/electric, electric, or basic campsites are all available in the
Pittsburg campground. Also located in the campground are hot showers, a playground,
laundry facilities, and a dump station. Near the campground is a swim beach, an open picnic
Pittsburg campground. The marina offers slip rentals, boat, pontoon, kayak and paddle board
hungry, the marina grill serves breakfast, lunch, and supper,
along with hand-dipped ice
Hermitage Mercantile after 1906.
(Photo credit: from the Hickory
County MO History Facebook
Page)
purchased right there at the marina store.
circular structure with a heavy fabric cover, much like a tent but with a wooden frame, that
makes it strong and weather tight. The yurt sits on a wooden platform with decking and a
locking door. Three large windows provide natural light and view of your surroundings.
A dorm-size refrigerator, microwave, lighting, heat, and air conditioning are also provided.
camping gear, such as lanterns, cooking and eating utensils, bed linens or sleeping bags,
and water containers. The yurts do not have running water.
by reservation. For more detailed information on amenities, fees, and
rules or to make reservations, visit mostateparks.com.
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