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Access Site MO

Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

Pony Express Lake • Little Platte River • West Fork Lost Creek

Source: missouri_department_of_conservation Updated 1 year ago

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City: Osborn, MO
County: DeKalb County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.79152926, -94.38716863
QJR7+J4 Osborn, MO, USA
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Little Platte River near Plattsburg, MO 9.6 mi away
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Marrowbone Creek near Gallatin, MO 9.8 mi away
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About This Access Site
Located near Osborn in DeKalb County, Missouri, Pony Express Lake Conservation Area offers a concrete boat ramp providing convenient access to the 45-acre Pony Express Lake. The facility is well-maintained and includes parking areas, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters looking to launch on this calm-water impoundment.

**Boating Restrictions:** This is an electric-motor-only lake, which makes it ideal for paddlers seeking a quieter, less congested experience. The conservation area is known for its clean, well-groomed facilities and also serves anglers interested in fishing. Additional amenities at the site include restroom facilities and nearby camping options, making it a good choice for a full-day or overnight paddling trip in the region.