Recreation area

Hendrickson Boat Launch

Mark Twain National Forest · Missouri — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

This boat launch is located on the Black River near the town of Hendrickson. This is a popular location to launch for fishing. The site features an accessible loading platform, and also has a large parking lot.

Getting there

Poplar Bluff, MO, go north on Hwy 67 for 11 miles. Turn right/east onto Butler County Rd 501, after crossing the Black River, and travel for 150 yards At the Y go straight into the boat launch.

Activities

  • BOATING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.