Start of the trail for wagons bound west and hometown of President Truman, Independence, Missouri, is well-endowed with historic attractions including covered wagon tours through the old part of town.
Blue Springs Lake is a part of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Blue River Project for flood control, recreation and other water resource development. This park complex contains a large number of recreational features, managed by Jackson County. Located in Fleming Park, Blue Spring Lake offers 720 acres of water excitement. Power boating, water skiing, tubing and jet skiing are all familiar sights on this popular lake. The Blue Springs Lake Marina staff is eager to assist you with your marine needs. Conveniences such as boat rental, concessions, lakeside gasoline pumps, tackle, bait and overnight and annual slip rental make for a fun-filled visit.
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Approximately 15 minutes from Kansas City, 2-miles of East I-470/291 on Woods Chapel Road.
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