Forsyth MO. – What is likely
to be a rare event for me, I planned to to do a spring report on three area parks
located in and around Forsyth Missouri.
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| Water flowing over Powersite dam! |
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| Covered picnic area! |
Just down Hwy Y off Route 160 in
Forsyth Missouri lies a very well maintained park under the
management of
Empire Electric (aka Liberty Utilities out of Canada).
The park features a boat ramp, walking paths, picnic tables and
bathrooms. This is a great location to go spend a nice day near the
waters of Lake Taneycomo.
As of April 12, 2019, the water level was
at 701.36' or just about normal. Just a short walk along a path to the east of the park
is Powersite dam, one of the first hydroelectric dams built in
Missouri way back in 1913. Fishing opportunities are excellent both
above and below the dam! I like this location to go and have a nice
walk and then eat lunch.
Shadowrock Park is split in
half by Hwy 160. That has resulted in two really different sorts of
experiences with the northern half being composed of a playground, a
bath house, tennis courts and basketball courts. Swan creek also
runs along one side. The younger crowd seems to prefer this area.
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| Southern end of SR is peaceful! |
The southern half of Shadowrock Park
has plenty of RV spots available many of which have power, sewage
hookups and water. There is also a recreational area where many
activities are held all during the warm part of the year. In
addition, there is a baseball diamond, boat ramp, a horse riding area
along with modern flush toilet bathrooms. Towards the back of the
park is an area with a second bathroom and dump station. A great
place to bring your RV or even to go tent camping at! The park is
leased and managed by the
City of Forsyth and does have an attendant (Melvin)
on site during the regular season starting in early April through November 1.
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| River Run seen in this photo! |
If Shadowrock is filled up, there is a
sort of sister Park just across Bull Shoals lake that is managed by
the
Corps of Engineers. River Run is where many really serious fishermen
go to launch their boats and have their RV's in spacious slots that come
complete with electric power and water. There's a dump station close
to the entrance, also. So, pretty much no matter what, you'll end up with a good selection of spots to set up and to enjoy nature!
Update: April 16 - Park was accessible but there are no bathrooms, power or water.
Shadowrock Park is split in
half by Hwy 160. That has resulted in two really different sorts of
experiences with the northern half being composed of a playground, a
bath house, tennis courts and basketball courts. Swan creek also
runs along one side. The younger crowd seems to prefer this area.
